“one of Western Australia’s most hyped bands” – Rolling Stone

“reggae-infused indie rock that goes straight for the groove bone, with soaring melodies and basslines” – triple J, Feature Album

“The band’s sounding tighter than ever with a strut in their step. That’s the confidence that comes with dropping a great debut album” – triple j, Dave Ruby Howe

“Impressive stuff from the band we know and love so much….. South Summit feel ready for some big stage stadium shows at this point.” – triple j, Claire Mooney

“…it’s another big step forward for the group who have let their sound grow organically through consistent recording and performing.” – Xpress Mag

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After igniting a groundswell of new fans and momentum with ‘TOP OF THE HILL’, their biggest release to date, one of Australia’s most exciting new bands South Summit return with a major sonic pivot in their electrifying new single ‘WE ARE’ out today via G.Y.R.O.

LISTEN TO ‘WE ARE’ HERE

Where ‘TOP OF THE HILL’ soared with bright melodies and coastal warmth, ‘WE ARE’ dives into deeper territory – a gritty, production-heavy anthem that fuses reggae spirit with West Coast hip-hop energy, signalling a confident new chapter for the Perth-based five-piece.

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“WE ARE is about moving through life without listening to the norms of society. When we come together and have each other’s backs, we won’t fold to anything,” the band share. 

Built on bold rhythms and a commanding hook, the brand-new track explores the power of unity and the strength of self-belief; what we can achieve as one, and the potential of each person when surrounded by likeminded people. It’s raw, fearless, and reflective of South Summit’s evolution as artists unafraid to experiment. 

“Fans can expect energy and a bit more grit in this one compared to ‘Top of the Hill’. We love to keep our fans on their toes and give them something new with every release. This song reaches a new era for us – and it’s the perfect time to express that.”

Taking cues from American West Coast hip-hop and blending it with their signature reggae influences, ‘WE ARE’ marks the first time the band have leaned so heavily into production, crafting a hybrid sound they describe as “almost a rap song.” The track’s beat-driven energy stems from guitarist Josh’s original demo (which he imagined as “the loading screen for Grand Theft Auto”) setting the tone for the song’s cinematic, rebellious vibe. 

Recorded at Blackbird Studios in a single high-energy session, the heaving track captures the adrenaline of a band in full creative flow.

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Photo – Brendan Cecich

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Fans will soon get to experience the brand-new single live for the first time in Melbourne and Sydney this November, as part of their Eastside Headline Tour, joined by Cheeky Leash, Local The Neighbour, and Civic Video. The band promise an explosive live rendition: “The live version is hectic – such a gangster sound that’s gonna touch the soul. It’s got a massive singalong chorus that everyone will froth and join in on.” They first tested the track while supporting Tash Sultana at the Enmore Theatre and the crowd response confirmed it was destined to be a standout moment in their catalogue.

Earlier release ‘TOP OF THE HILL’ earned the band’s highest first-week streams, a First Play and interview on triple j Drive, additions and airplay across triple j, triple j Unearthed and Triple M Homegrown, media support from Rolling Stone and 10 Magazine Australia, plus placements across Spotify’s New Indie Arrivals and New Music Friday AU/NZ and Apple Music’s Today’s Indie Rock and New In Rock

They’ll continue a packed live schedule through the end of the year with performances at Triple J’s 50th Anniversary in Newcastle, Spilt Milk Festival, Sweet Home Aotearoa (NZ), and as main support for Tash Sultana’s 2026 UK/EU tour.

‘WE ARE’ signals a fearless new era for South Summit – a rallying cry of unity, rebellion and creative evolution from one of Australia’s most dynamic rising bands.

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SOUTH SUMMIT
EASTSIDE TOUR 2025

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

NOVEMBER 14 | 170 RUSSELL, MELBOURNE VIC
NOVEMBER 15 | FACTORY THEATRE, SYDNEY NSW 
NOVEMBER 21 | TRIPLE J 50 – KING STREET BANDROOM, NEWCASTLE NSW 
NOVEMBER 29 | BLUFF FEST, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND QLD
DECEMBER 6 | SPILT MILK FESTIVAL, BALLARAT VIC – SOLD OUT
DECEMBER 7 | SPILT MILK FESTIVAL, PERTH WA
DECEMBER 13 | SPILT MILK FESTIVAL, CANBERRA ACT – SOLD OUT
DECEMBER 14 | SPILT MILK FESTIVAL, GOLD COAST QLD – SOLD OUT
JANUARY 3 | SWEET HOME AOTEROA, MATAKANA AUCKLAND 
MARCH 13 | ADIDAS ARENA, PARIS FRANCE – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 14 | LOTTO ARENA, ANTWERP FLANDERS – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 15 | FESTHALLE MESSE, FRANKFURT GERMANY – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 17 | PORSCHE ARENA, STUTTGART GERMANY – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 18 | WIENER STADTHALLE, VIENNA AUSTRIA – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 20 | VELODROM, BERLIN GERMANY – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 21 | BARCLAYS ARENA, HAMBURG GERMANY – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 24 | LANXESS ARENA, COLOGNE GERMANY – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 25 | OLYMPIAHALLE, MUNICH GERMANY – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 26 | ZIGGO DOME, AMSTERDAM NETHERLANDS – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 28 | 3ARENA, DUBLIN IRELAND – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA
MARCH 31 | OVO ARENA WEMBLEY, LONDON UK – SUPPORTING TASH SULTANA

LISTEN TO ‘WE ARE’ SINGLE HERE