Our favourite day in Aussie music is right around the corner! triple J's Hottest 100 is set to unveil the nation's top tracks of 2024, and we're eagerly awaiting to see who'll take the crown. From homegrown talent like The Kid Laroi to international icons like Kendrick Lamar, this year's list is anyone's game. To get you in the mood, we've picked some of our favourite tracks that are likely to make the cut. The countdown kicks off at 12pm AEDT on Saturday 25 Jan - so don't forget to get your votes in before the deadline at 5pm AEDT on Monday 20 Jan!

Let the countdown begin! In no particular order...

Fontaines D.C. - Starburster

Ireland's post-punk pioneers Fontaines D.C. came in hot with 'Starburster' - a track packed with booming drums, pulsating bass, and raw, breathy intensity. It's an anthem for the restless and the rebellious, showing off the band's ability to ignite both the studio and the stage.

You can catch Fontaines D.C. live at Yours and Owls Festival on Sun 2 March. Grab your tickets now!

Amyl & The Sniffers - U Should Not Be Doing That

Amyl & The Sniffers returned in 2024 with a bang, dropping the electric 'U Should Not Be Doing That', a cheeky anthem for the bold. It's got all the raucous, punk-rock energy we've come to expect from these Aussie legends - think fast-paced riffs and an unapologetic attitude. 

Amyl & The Sniffers are currently tearing up stages on a sold-out tour this January, but if you missed out on tickets Moshtix has you covered with resale! If someone you know can't make it to the event, they can sell it safely to you via resale. Find more info here. 

Magdalena Bay - Image

Magdalena Bay is leading the new era of modern, female-fronted pop with 'Image', a track that perfectly blends dreamy Y2K vibes with fresh synth production. The result? A hypnotic, electrifying song that gets stuck in your head long after the first listen.

Keen to see Magdalena Bay live? Catch their Imaginal Mystery Tour at the Roundhouse in Sydney on Sun 2 Mar - Mon 3 Mar, or you can catch their Yours & Owls Festival set in Wollongong on Sat 1 March. Lock in your tickets now!

Peach PRC - time of my life

Aussie pop sensation Peach PRC has a knack for creating dancefloor bangers with real emotional depth. 'Time of My Life' is no exception, blending glossy synths with an upbeat pace that perfectly captures the joy and chaos of a night out. The chorus hits hard and before you know it, you're singing along with all the feels.

Have the time of your life at Yours & Owls Festival, where you can party to this song with Peach PRC IRL on Sat 1 Mar!

Charli xcx & Billie Eilish - Guess

Pop music's dream team came together and created one of 2024's most viral tracks when Charli XCX dropped the remix of 'Guess,' featuring none other than Billie Eilish. It's pure club-ready chaos-Charli's infectious energy and Billie's sultry verse make for a combo that's impossible to ignore. If you love a timeless club anthem, this one's a must-vote!

Brat summer isn't over 'till we say it's over - keep the spring breaker vibes high at these Brat Summer parties in Sydney and Adelaide on Sat 1 Feb.