Brisbane artist Dublin Rose will bring her long-awaited debut album to Fortitude Valley, headlining a launch show at one of the precinct’s intimate live music venues.
The self-titled nine-track record is set for release on 8 May, blending pop, indie rock and folk influences. It includes her latest single They Say, continuing the instinctive, emotionally driven songwriting that has shaped her rise across Brisbane’s live scene.
Many of the tracks were written years earlier, with the final album reflecting both their original form and her development through the recording process. The project captures a period of creative growth, with earlier material reworked and refined in the studio.
Her songwriting remains grounded in spontaneity, with ideas often forming quickly and evolving into fully realised songs in a short space of time. That immediacy carries through the record, giving it a consistent, authentic tone across genres.
Valley launch set for May 23
The album will be officially launched with an 18+ show at Black Bear Lodge on 23 May, adding to the venue’s run of emerging and established acts within the Valley’s live music circuit.
Known for its close-up setting and strong focus on independent artists, Black Bear Lodge provides a fitting backdrop for the release, with a mix of local supporters and wider Brisbane audiences expected to attend.
The launch marks a key moment in Dublin Rose’s live trajectory, following years performing across Brisbane venues and building a steady following.
Following the show, she is set to head overseas for a three-month European run, with performances planned in London, Paris and Ireland, focusing on smaller, intimate shows.
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 12 and has since developed into a regular performer across Brisbane, both solo and with her three-piece band. Her live résumé includes venues such as The Tivoli, The Regatta, Felons Barrel Hall, The Brightside and Black Bear Lodge.
In 2024, she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music from 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 a growing live presence and upcoming international performances, Dublin Rose is continuing to build momentum within Brisbane’s music scene and beyond.
Published 28-April-2026
