Welcome back to another rendition of Future Focus. In this feature we have two sultry remixes of Austen’s ‘Money’ from local legends, Handsome and DVNA, a mammoth collaboration from 2 Man Embassy and Snocker, and a single that marks new era for Nicole Millar.

Austen - Money (Handsome x DVNA Remixes)

Austen is back, but not how you’d expect, the Brissy based act has employed Handsome and DVNA for remixes of ‘Money’.

We previously described ‘Money’ as a “balance between underground and approachability”. Handsome envelopes herself around the single’s underground character, flipping the record into the realm of experimental pop. The ornate artistry of remixing a track is full apparent as original elements delicately dance through altered aspects, resulting in a completely different listening experience.

Known for her swooning R&B, the DVNA supersedes expectations, flipping ‘Money’ into a club ready house tune. The remix retains the “spirited tone and charismatic presentation” of the original composition while adding flair and an infectious aura. I could see DVNA’s flip being dropped into sets at renown house nights at Sydney’s Chinese Laundry, Melbourne’s Revolver or the iconic but now defunct TBC Club in Brisbane.

2 Man Embassy x Snocker - Memory (Feat. Perrin Xthona)

There’s a reason I love seeing emails from the team from CloudKid, the tastemaker and label have a knack of releasing top tier music.

The label’s latest bop to hit my inbox is 'Memory’ courtesy of 2 Man Embassy and Snocker, featuring Perrin Xthona on vocal duties. The bubbly pop ensemble blends grooving production with a lush vocal. The power of five minds working on ‘Memory’ is infused into the track’s delightful DNA. The syrupy nature of ‘Memory’ prompts resemblance with the sweet sonics of Louis The Child, San Holo, or Mura Masa. If you love dance pop, ‘Memory’ is a track that’ll be in your playlists looping all day.

Nicole Millar - Favours

Nicole Millar’s name that goes hand in hand with the Australian pop scene, now she’s returned with a new look and single, 'Favours’.

‘Favours’ mature sonic delivers a new era for Nicole Millar. The pristine pop composition is contorted into an enigmatic and mature tone. This subversion of expectations results in a refreshing rebrand. Nicole Millar has positioned herself as a power player for the decade to come. Be sure to keep a close eye on this audacious act as she’s set to claim the pop throne.