Brisbane northside musician Dublin Rose is preparing to release her long-awaited debut album, marking a milestone after years building her presence across local venues and community stages.
The self-titled nine-track record will be released on 8 May, blending pop, indie rock and folk influences. It features her latest single They Say, continuing the emotionally grounded, instinctive songwriting that has shaped her rise through the Brisbane music scene.
Many of the tracks date back several years, with the finished album capturing both their original form and the artist’s development in the studio. The result is a project that reflects both longevity and creative progression.
Her writing style remains rooted in spontaneity, with ideas often forming quickly from everyday moments and evolving into fully realised songs in a short space of time. That immediacy carries through the album’s tone, giving it a consistent sense of authenticity across genres.
From northside stages to international dates
The release will be marked with an 18+ launch show at Black Bear Lodge on 23 May, with strong support expected from Brisbane’s northside communities.
Having started performing at local markets and festivals as a teenager, the release represents a full-circle moment roughly a decade into her live career, moving from grassroots performances to a headline album launch in one of the city’s established live venues.
The album also sets up an international run, with a three-month European trip to follow. Performances are planned across London, Paris and Ireland, with a focus on smaller, intimate shows that align with the personal nature of her music.
The debut album will be available from 8 May.
About Dublin Rose
Dublin Rose is a 21-year-old Brisbane-based singer-songwriter and guitarist whose sound blends indie pop-rock and folk, driven by sharp storytelling and a clear soprano vocal style.
She began busking at local markets at 12 and has since developed into a regular performer across Brisbane, both solo and with her three-piece band. Her live experience includes performances at venues such as The Tivoli, The Regatta, Felons Barrel Hall, The Brightside and Black Bear Lodge.
In 2024, she completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music at Queensland University of Technology, where she was selected for the student-run label Vermilion and formed her current band. She went on to win the QUT Battle of the Bands.
Her recent highlights include winning the People’s Choice Award at Brisbane City Council’s QUBE Effect program, supporting touring acts, selling out headline shows at The Brightside and The Junk Bar, and receiving airplay across ABC Radio Brisbane and community radio.
With growing momentum and an expanding live footprint, Dublin Rose is continuing to build her audience both locally and internationally.
Published 28-April-2026
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