Noah Learmonth is the frontman of Australian indie band Radio Free Alice, a trio that’s been turning heads on the festival circuit since early 2026.
Born and raised in Australia, Learmonth leads the group alongside drummer Lochie Dowd and guitarist Jules Paradiso, blending the jangly spirit of The Jam with the synth‑laden nostalgia of New Order.
Meet Noah Learmonth
The band first broke through by supporting the UK act Geese during a summer of Australian shows, a moment Learmonth describes as “crazy to see Geese in person.” Their live energy landed them a slot at Reading 2026, where they played a full‑tent afternoon set that the frontman called “sick.”
Radio Free Alice spent the rest of the year dropping singles “Kick In The Shins” and “Crying For You,” tracks that quickly became staples on indie radio and streamed heavily online.
Sound and the road ahead
Influences range from The Smiths to The Cure, giving their music an open‑hearted yet bittersweet vibe that feels both widescreen and intimate. The upcoming debut album What’s In Between continues that thread, mixing newer jams with songs written years earlier.
While the album promises a familiar palette, the band sees it as a step forward, hinting at a slightly broader sonic canvas without abandoning the core indie sensibility that earned them a place on the Reading stage.
Fans can follow the band’s progress through their social feeds and keep an eye on future festival line‑ups, where Learmonth’s knack for connecting classic indie influences with fresh energy is likely to keep the momentum going. For a deeper dive into the Learmonth name, check out Noel Learmonth biography.
