# Karly Jewell – Drops New Single, Rock Ain’t Pretty From #3 Australia Aria Album **New Music** — On Your Markus **Published:** 15 August 2025 **Author:** Markus Hamence **Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/new-music-releases/karly-jewell-drops-new-single-rock-aint-pretty-from-3-australia-aria-album/ --- Melbourne vocalist, **Karly Jewell’s** recently released second full length album, **There’s A Jewell In Town** came crashing into the ARIA Australian Artists Chart at Number 3! One of Melbourne’s most powerful rock voices, Karly is captivating audiences globally with her dynamic sound and heartfelt performances. The next single from the album is the high energy, **Rock Ain’t Pretty.** In her own words, Karly says that* “Rock Ain’t Pretty embodies the spirit of rock music, forged through years of overcoming obstacles. The song came to life in the pursuit of living the dream and putting in the hard work. So here’s to more rock and roll and one for all the rock and roll rebels. Keep dreaming big and make your own path. It’s a reminder to keep going – it’s your story!!”* Listen to it here **[https://lnk.to/BAaVUV](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=eb6627c547&e=c982cfcc7a)** Karly’s musical journey began at age five, inspired by her late grandfather, **Tony Jewell**, an acclaimed country singer-songwriter known for his work with **Slim Dusty**. Her versatility across genres has led her to form a hard-hitting rock band, playing iconic Melbourne venues like The Corner Hotel, Revolver, and The Boogie Man Bar. Internationally, Karly has performed at renowned venues such as **Whisky A Go Go** and the **Viper Room** in Los Angeles. Highlights of her career include a nomination for Up & Coming Rock Band at the** Vegas Rock Magazine Awards** and top-charting releases on **Triple J Unearthed**. Karly recently returned from yet another successful tour of **Japan**, playing at key events in Tokyo, Yokohama and Osaka! After teaming up with **Mark Dalbeth** at management company Rav Medic in 2018, Karly released her debut album “**Phoenix**” in 2019 and the single “**Dancing With The Devil**” in 2021. With global radio features and widespread acclaim, her 2022 single “**Trouble We Are**” received significant love worldwide. In 2024 Karly signed with XMusic and immediately set about releasing the singles, [Sad Girl](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=b22ec25b82&e=c982cfcc7a), [In The Dark](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=22e8f05b58&e=c982cfcc7a), [Burn](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=47d4f50250&e=c982cfcc7a) and [Other Side](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=534d1ec403&e=c982cfcc7a), all of which feature on There’s A Jewel In Town. The album, There’s A Jewell In Town is out now **[https://lnk.to/w86fWw](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=ec69f38117&e=c982cfcc7a)** ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/28551/3a37b0a8-d24c-21a8-b2d0-2ce40c653647.png) **TOUR DATES** Sat, Aug 16: Musicland, **Melbourne** **[Tickets](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=38e0d2447f&e=c982cfcc7a)** Sat, Sept 13: Hellzarockin Festival, Leadbeater Hotel, **Melbourne** [Tickets](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=f290c14b48&e=c982cfcc7a) Sat, Oct 11: Rock Hard Festival, **Adelaide** **[Tickets](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=1597bcef70&e=c982cfcc7a)** Fri, Nov 21: Blvd Of Eyes, Cherry bar, **Melbourne** [Tickets](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=c42afe9904&e=c982cfcc7a) Sat, Nov 29: Dellacoma Album Launch, Musicland, **Melbourne** [Tickets](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=7e57ab1ce2&e=c982cfcc7a) Check out Karly Jewell’s Album Merch Range at **[xmusiclabel.bigcartel.com/karly-jewell](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=6789997ba6&e=c982cfcc7a)** Karly is part of the XMusic that features,  **Audio Reign**, **Blvd Of Eyes, Cicadastone**, **Dellacoma**, **Frankenbok**, **Goatzilla**, **Kaosphere**, **PistonFist**, **Sisters Doll**, **Wayward Kings, Whiteford, Wicked Things** and **XCalibre** Follow Karly **[karlyjewell.com](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=56d82ef10a&e=c982cfcc7a)** Follow all XMusic artists updates and live dates on **[xmusic.au](https://maricmedia.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=727b0946ab3fa65fe60bec739&id=14c75e2761&e=c982cfcc7a)** ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/28550/dee0eeec-9a22-6361-7320-434236713e93.jpg)