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Melbourne-based alt pop-rock band Joan & The Giants (originally from Western Australia) are fast becoming one of Australia’s most exciting breakthrough acts heading into 2026. After a huge 2024 supporting global superstars P!NK and Tones and I at Optus Stadium, the four-piece carried serious momentum into 2025 — touring nationally with The Fray for the 20th anniversary of 'How to Save a Life' and making their international debut at South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas, securing international representation with ITB in London. ​ Formed in 2019 by queer front-woman Grace Newton-Wordsworth — who grew up on an organic farm in regional Western Australia before relocating to Melbourne — the band with members Riley Sutton, Chris Mackenzie and Liam Olsen channels raw vulnerability, soaring hooks, and anthemic alt-rock energy into every performance.