Patience Hodgson is no stranger to the Hottest 100. 

As lead singer of The Grates, she is certified alumni – with 8 entries and plenty of memories with her beloved band. And as we celebrate a special Hottest 100 of Australian songs, who better to wear their love of local on their sleeve. 

I roped Pae in for a pre-party and she delivered; not just with incredible songs but a peek behind the curtain of the beautiful community in the Australian music scene.

• The Mavis’s – 'Cry'
• Violent Soho – 'Covered In Chrome'
• WAAX – 'Labrador'
• Sekiden – 'Up In The Air'
• Regurgitator - '! (The Song Formerly Known As)'