About
Jhalaena Mae
Jhalaena Mae is an authentic, people-driven emerging young singer/songwriter who has a passion for storytelling and emotions through her music. With inspirations drawn from Bella Kay, Lizzy McAlpine, and The Backseat Lovers, she creates her own unique sound shaped by introspective lyricism and soulful melodies.Bringing the stage to life with her warmth and energy, she hopes to expand her audience to further connect with the people around her. As a musician, her aim is to bring people together through the global love of music, and to share stories and inspiration with the world.Constantly working on new music, been working on future releases that she hopes to share with the world soon.
Upcoming!!
Gossy Weekender
3pm - 4pm Oct 17, 2026
William St Mall
21st Century Beauford w/ Rhys Frampton
From 7:30pm Oct 17, 2026
The Beauford Hotel
Amped Up
When: November 28
Where: The Orana Hotel
(tickets etc tbc)
Gigs
Jhalaena has performed at many venues, only recently beginning to dive into her solo gigging. She has played at small venues such as Under The Wishing Tree (Neighborhood Festival), What Were You Wearing National Rally, Faircravin' Cafe, and has over the years busked at Terrigal, the Entrance, and the streets of Sydney. She has also played at other events with her friends and peers, such as the Driftwood Tour, Country to Coast, Central Coast School's Showcase and more. Additionally, she has played at The Beauford with her personal band and is more than willing to continue gigs with them!!
See @jhalaenamusic on instagram for recent videos and updates!
For inquiries, contact: [email protected]
The Bands
KUTHULA
Jhalaena Mae plays the role of lead singer and frontwoman of Kuthula, longside her friends, Kian, Finn and Tom. Kuthula is four-piece young band from the Central Coast, NSW, that brings people though their energy in music. With inspirations from artists ranging from Bruno Mars and Michael Jackson, Arctic Monkeys and Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Kuthula revolves around pop-rock genres, however, tend to make covers entirely their own through their distinctive flavour and style.They have played at venues such as Six String Brewery, Wyong Milk Factory and others, they have played many events such as Coastal Music Fest, New Years Eve 2025, and have several breakthrough achievements such as being a finalist in the Central Coast Council Battle of the Bands!Be sure to check out @kuthulaband on instagram!For enquiries, contact: [email protected]
Cyrus and the Greats
Jhalaena has recently become the bassist of the new and upcoming band, Cyrus and the Greats, with her friends Rhys, Kian, Lily and Damon. Their style revolves around soft-grunge genres with elements of bands such as Pearl Jam and Fleetwood Mac. They've been stoked to be announced 'Band of the Night' for Heat 1 of Battle of the Bands this year, and are super excited to continue on this musical journey.Follow @thecyrusandthegreats on instagram, and stay tuned for this amazing new project!
