INTERVIEW: Markus Hamence is in The Jungle Room with Australian Music Artist Kathleen Halloran.
With a new track out ‘Wolves Like You’ an upcoming album release (Nobody’s Baby) on 8 May 2026 and an Australian Tour, Kathleen is busy and a creative force. From touring with the Pierce Brothers and Kate Ceberano, Kathleen is killing it. On top of all of that, a heck of a nice human.
Watch the video to find out her ‘go-to’ karaoke song…
About Kathleen Halloran:
Kathleen Halloran is fast becoming one of Australia’s most captivating musical forces, a guitarist and songwriter whose sound feels both deeply rooted and refreshingly unfiltered. With a presence that leans into raw emotion and sharp musical instinct, she brings a kind of magnetic honesty to the stage – where blues, rock, and soul textures collide with a contemporary edge that refuses to sit quietly in the background.
Raised on a rich palette of influences, Halloran’s artistry is driven by feel as much as finesse. Her guitar work cuts through with clarity and grit, balancing technical precision with a looseness that keeps every performance alive and unpredictable. Whether she’s delivering a slow-burning groove or pushing into something more urgent and electric, there’s always a sense that the music is happening in real time – lived, not just played.
Beyond the fretboard, her songwriting carries a reflective, grounded quality, often exploring connection, resilience, and the quiet moments that shape who we become. It’s this duality – strength and vulnerability, control and abandon—that defines her voice as an artist. On stage, she doesn’t just perform; she creates a space that feels immersive, pulling audiences into her world with an effortless cool that lingers long after the final note.
As she continues to carve out her place within the Australian music landscape, Kathleen Halloran stands as an artist to watch – one who isn’t chasing trends, but shaping her own lane with conviction, craft, and a sound that feels unmistakably her own.
Jack Pierce, Markus Hamence, Kathleen Halloran & Pat Pierce at The Ed Castle, Adelaide, SA
