Raised in Cronulla by a first-generation Greek mother and Aussie father, Adam Newling blends grungy alt-rock with country-folk storytelling to craft music that’s raw, poetic, and entirely his own. After years playing guitar for Ruby Fields (and appearing on her ARIA #1 debut album) Newling broke out with his solo EP Half Cut and Dangerous, now surpassing 5 million streams. His EP Dorothy Painted Portraits followed in 2023, charting at #9 on the ARIA Albums Chart and earning national radio support. Known for his magnetic stage presence, Adam has supported Gang of Youths, Amy Shark, King Stingray, and The Church, and toured the US with Skegss. In 2025, he joined Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners on their sold-out Australian run. With a growing fanbase and string of acclaimed releases behind him, Newling continues to stand out as one of Australia’s most vital emerging songwriters.