In Mallrat’s vision of the world, light is more than photons and electromagnetic radiation hitting the eye — it’s a moment of divine intervention. A bold swerve into the metaphysical, this is the premise of the prized Brisbane- born, LA-based pop songwriter and producer’s 2025 sophomore album, Light hit my face like a straight right.

Set against a newly informed backdrop of expressive breakbeats and dance music, its 12 songs explore the intangible and mysterious allure of human connection, held together by curious investigations into light — “the closest thing to a concept this album has,” Mallrat says. After years of solidifying herself as a master of well- crafted, timeless pop — fielding recognition from New York Times, NYLON, Teen Vogue, Billboard, The FADER, NPR, and more — it’s a step into the art of world-building, bolstered by her intuitive songwriting and clever, studied production.