New Music & Video Release - South Summit releases singles 'Heartless' & 'On The Dash' - 7th May 2026
Artist Name - South Summit
Release Name - Heartless
Release Date - 7th May 2026
Genre - Indie-Rock, Reggae, Hip-Hop
Label - Virgin Music Australia
Fresh on the back of news that South Summit is returning to Aotearoa shores, the Australian five-piece has this week released their latest single and video, the highly infectious ‘HEARTLESS’.
Watch the video for ‘HEARTLESS’ HERE
Known for their genre-fluid approach to songwriting, ‘HEARTLESS’ leans into dance and house-inspired melodies while retaining South Summit’s signature storytelling and warmth. The song captures a moment of raw inspiration and clarity for South Summit. What began as a last-day idea on a week-long writing trip quickly became one of the standout tracks on the band’s upcoming sophomore album RUN IT BACK (out June 12).
The accompanying video was filmed atop Western Australia’s iconic Bluff Knoll, adding a striking visual layer to the song’s emotional intensity.
‘HEARTLESS’ comes hot on the heels of February’s killer track ‘ON THE DASH’ – co-written with Six60 legend Marlon Gerbes. South Summit describes ‘ON THE DASH’ as “a laid-back groove built for open roads, kicking back, staying steezy and enjoying the moment”.
‘HEARTLESS’, ‘ON THE DASH’ and 2025’s singles ‘WE ARE’ and ‘TOP OF THE HILL’ give fans a taste of what to expect from South Summit’s highly anticipated second album RUN IT BACK as the Perth outfit continues its rapid ascent.
Since forming in 2020, the band has rapidly earned a reputation for their high energy live shows, emotional depth, and impressive musicality. Josh, a Kamilaroi/Yuin man (New South Wales), Zaya and Nemo, brothers from Erub Islands (Torres Straits) and Māori (New Zealand), along with Nathan and Fynn are proud to present their different cultures and demonstrate how music can unite people no matter where you come from.
Their debut album THE BLISS marked a major creative milestone. Featuring standout singles ‘Givin’ It Up’, ‘Ottoway’, and ‘Exceptional’, the album debuted at #2 on the ARIA Albums Chart and hit #10 on the Vinyl Charts. It showcased a band unafraid to push sonic boundaries while delivering deeply human storytelling.
Touring has also been at the heart of South Summit’s rise and after selling out multiple Australian headline runs, and touring internationally in 2024 and 2025, the band is excited to be returning to New Zealand.
NZ TOUR DATES:
Thursday July 30th - Yonder – Queenstown - Tickets
Friday July 31st - Loons – Christchurch - Tickets
Saturday August 1st - San Fran – Wellington - Tickets
Sunday August 2nd - Double Whammy – Auckland - Tickets