A Euphoric Homecoming Tom Nethersole Unveils New Single ‘Ardmona Rd'
Pop artist Tom Nethersole is back with Ardmona Rd, a track that captures the rush of falling in love for the first time - the kind of love that feels safe, hopeful, and worth taking home to meet the family.
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Ardmona Rd is a wistful and optimistic take on young queer romance, drawing on subtle elements of country and folk as a testament to Nethersole’s regional roots'.
Blending warm, and fuzzy melodies with a pop sensibility and elements of country and folk, Ardmona Road is a wistful and optimistic take on young queer romance. Inspired by artists like Ryan Beatty and Noah Kahan, Tom’s raw storytelling shines through, making Ardmona Rd a song that lingers long after the first listen.
Cupid knows about love;
but does he know about this?
"This track is about the kind of love you dream of - where everything just clicks, and for the first time, you feel like you belong,"
"It’s deeply personal but also relatable, especially for queer listeners who are searching for that fairytale moment we don’t always see reflected in music."
Pairing the song release with a music video directed by emerging creative talent Cole Surrey (ChangebyCole), Ardmona Rd is a dream cast of rising Australia talent
Tom has already established himself as a must-watch talent, performing at Midsumma’s Pride Street Party, Rockhampton River Festival, Always Live, and opening for Drax Project. He’s been featured on Rolling Stone’s “Best Australian Music of the Week”, as well as JOY FM, FBi Radio, Rhythm Club FM, and SYN.
With over 200k streams and a growing fanbase in Australia and the US, Tom Nethersole is cementing himself as a powerful new voice in Australian pop. Ardmona Rd is just the beginning of what’s set to be his most compelling year of music yet.
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Tom Nethersole Releases Debut EP "Hindsight" with launch at Kindred Studios.
This deeply personal collection of songs offers an intimate insight into Tom’s past as he unpacks the concept of ‘hindsight bias’.
The title "Hindsight" encapsulates Tom's continuing journey of understanding the traumatic events of his childhood through a queer lens. "Growing up, I didn’t comprehend the traumatic things that were happening until much later. Losing my mum at 8 was a pivotal moment that deeply affected how I process emotions," Tom shares. The EP captures this childlike innocence and naivety about hindsight and its impact on one's life.
"Knowing where you’ve been is how you know where you want to go. Whether it’s the soundtrack to current experiences or a reflection on past relationships, I hope this EP provides a sense of closure and introspection," he explains.
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Queer pop artist Tom Nethersole uses his music
to explore his past and power, talking debut EP Hindsight.
"What a beautiful little coming of age moment for Tom Nethersole. A hard working act on the come up!" - Anika Luna
Tom Nethersole is creating pop music that hits straight to the heart. Blending raw emotion with soaring melodies, he crafts songs that dive deep into love, loss, and everything in between. Whether he’s throwing himself into lustful pop tracks or reflecting on family ties, Tom has a knack for turning personal stories into something universal. His live performances? Electric. His storytelling? Honest. His goal? To make you feel everything.
Tom’s already making waves, performing at Midsumma’s Pride Street Party, Rockhampton River Festival, Always Live, plus supporting Drax Project in Melbourne. He’s also even caught the attention of Rolling Stone, landing on their “Best Australian Music of the Week” list.
"he creates a sound that's uniquely his own, sprinkled with hints of pop, dashes of soul, and a whole lot of authenticity"
"A beautifully cathartic song, enriched with personable emotion, 'Meant To Be Alone' slowly builds with a stream of Tom's unfettered mental thoughts that vocalise everyday worries and fears."
