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NYE On The Hill 2026 Finalizes Lineup With Electronic Acts Torren Foot, Brent Honey, Lexi and Daezy
NYE On The Hill has sealed its 2026 roster, adding four electronic‑centric performers to a program already brimming with Australian talent. The boutique three‑day festival, slated for Wednesday 30 December 2026 through Friday 1 January 2027, will take place on a farm near Loch Village in South Gippsland, Victoria. Organisers have maintained the 3,000‑attendee cap that has defined the event since its inaugural edition.
The new additions—Melbourne DJ‑producer Torren Foot, club‑focused DJ Brent Honey, Naarm selector Lexï, and indie‑pop‑rock outfit Daezy—inject a fresh dance pulse into a lineup that already showcases the country’s most exciting indie acts. The festival will also feature broadcaster‑DJ Milo Eastwood alongside more than 30 other bands and performers.
Torren Foot, a native of Melbourne’s inner west, has carved an international reputation through house productions and touring. His collaboration with Azealia Banks, “New Bottega,” reportedly amassed over 30 million streams and 130,000+ TikTok uses, underscoring Foot’s crossover appeal. Brent Honey, known for his high‑energy club and festival sets, has clocked more than 250 performances across Australia and Germany, bringing seasoned experience to the lineup. Lexï, a selector from Naarm, has appeared at A3 Festival, Beyond The Valley, Music Room and Glamorama, while Daezy—fronted by former AFLW player Daisy—offers a blend of indie pop and rock that has already resonated with Melbourne audiences through headline shows.
The festival’s core roster continues to spotlight established Australian acts. Brisbane’s Ball Park Music, five‑album ARIA Top‑Five powerhouses, have earned a dozen triple j Hottest 100 placements and released a No. 1 ARIA album with 2025’s “Like Love.” The Rions, winners of triple j Unearthed High in 2021, saw their 2025 debut Everything Every Single Day reach the top of the Australian charts, and they will perform a deluxe edition of the album in 2026. Old Mervs landed a No. 38 spot in the 2025 triple j Hottest 100 for “What You’ve Lost” and released a self‑titled debut produced by ARIA Award winner Chris Collins. Pacific Avenue has evolved from a South Coast live‑scene band to a touring and streaming success, while Darcie Haven’s Angel Of The Apocalypse peaked at No. 2 on the 2025 ARIA Australian Albums Chart. Brisbane five‑piece Mid Drift, following sold‑out national headline tours and appearances at Laneway, will add further depth to the festival’s indie‑rock offering.
NYE On The Hill grew out of The Hills Are Alive Festival, an invite‑only gathering for 334 music fans and musicians tied to Melbourne’s local scene. The organisers have deliberately kept the festival intimate, arguing that a 3,000‑person limit allows for a substantial program without the mass‑festival atmosphere that can dilute a concert experience. Tickets grant three days and two nights of free camping, with BYO alcohol permitted alongside themed and licensed bars. The program also includes late‑night DJs, comedians, art installations, morning yoga, food trucks, chill‑out areas and the Deck Disco.
Tickets for the 2026 edition are now on sale through NYE On The Hill’s official ticketing channel. The complete program will unfold as the year closes, carrying the event into the new year on Friday, 1 January 2027. By adding electronic acts to its roster, the festival reaffirms its commitment to a diverse musical offering while preserving its boutique charm. With a confirmed lineup that spans indie rock, pop, dance and emerging talent, NYE On The Hill promises a distinctive New Year’s experience for the 3,000 attendees who will gather under the Gippsland sky.
The new additions—Melbourne DJ‑producer Torren Foot, club‑focused DJ Brent Honey, Naarm selector Lexï, and indie‑pop‑rock outfit Daezy—inject a fresh dance pulse into a lineup that already showcases the country’s most exciting indie acts. The festival will also feature broadcaster‑DJ Milo Eastwood alongside more than 30 other bands and performers.
Torren Foot, a native of Melbourne’s inner west, has carved an international reputation through house productions and touring. His collaboration with Azealia Banks, “New Bottega,” reportedly amassed over 30 million streams and 130,000+ TikTok uses, underscoring Foot’s crossover appeal. Brent Honey, known for his high‑energy club and festival sets, has clocked more than 250 performances across Australia and Germany, bringing seasoned experience to the lineup. Lexï, a selector from Naarm, has appeared at A3 Festival, Beyond The Valley, Music Room and Glamorama, while Daezy—fronted by former AFLW player Daisy—offers a blend of indie pop and rock that has already resonated with Melbourne audiences through headline shows.
The festival’s core roster continues to spotlight established Australian acts. Brisbane’s Ball Park Music, five‑album ARIA Top‑Five powerhouses, have earned a dozen triple j Hottest 100 placements and released a No. 1 ARIA album with 2025’s “Like Love.” The Rions, winners of triple j Unearthed High in 2021, saw their 2025 debut Everything Every Single Day reach the top of the Australian charts, and they will perform a deluxe edition of the album in 2026. Old Mervs landed a No. 38 spot in the 2025 triple j Hottest 100 for “What You’ve Lost” and released a self‑titled debut produced by ARIA Award winner Chris Collins. Pacific Avenue has evolved from a South Coast live‑scene band to a touring and streaming success, while Darcie Haven’s Angel Of The Apocalypse peaked at No. 2 on the 2025 ARIA Australian Albums Chart. Brisbane five‑piece Mid Drift, following sold‑out national headline tours and appearances at Laneway, will add further depth to the festival’s indie‑rock offering.
NYE On The Hill grew out of The Hills Are Alive Festival, an invite‑only gathering for 334 music fans and musicians tied to Melbourne’s local scene. The organisers have deliberately kept the festival intimate, arguing that a 3,000‑person limit allows for a substantial program without the mass‑festival atmosphere that can dilute a concert experience. Tickets grant three days and two nights of free camping, with BYO alcohol permitted alongside themed and licensed bars. The program also includes late‑night DJs, comedians, art installations, morning yoga, food trucks, chill‑out areas and the Deck Disco.
Tickets for the 2026 edition are now on sale through NYE On The Hill’s official ticketing channel. The complete program will unfold as the year closes, carrying the event into the new year on Friday, 1 January 2027. By adding electronic acts to its roster, the festival reaffirms its commitment to a diverse musical offering while preserving its boutique charm. With a confirmed lineup that spans indie rock, pop, dance and emerging talent, NYE On The Hill promises a distinctive New Year’s experience for the 3,000 attendees who will gather under the Gippsland sky.