Blusher (band)

Blusher is an Australian pop band formed in Melbourne in 2021. The trio consists of Miranda Ward, Jade Ingvarson-Favretto, and Lauren Coutts. Each member had solo music careers before forming Blusher following the COVID-19 pandemic, aiming to create energetic, danceable pop music.
Their debut single, "Softly Spoken", released in February 2022, gained traction on Triple J Unearthed. The track was praised by Triple J presenter Declan Byrne and included in the station's Top 5 Songs of the Week.
In 2023, they released their debut EP, Should We Go Dance?, and signed with Atlantic Records.
The group has toured internationally, supporting artists like Aurora, Tove Lo, Sugababes, and NOTD. They have also performed at major events such as London Pride and BST Hyde Park.
In 2025, Blusher returned to Australia for Triple J's One Night Stand and participated in the "Perfect Sunday" segment.

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History

2021–2022: Formation and early work

Blusher formed in late 2021. Miranda Ward, Jade Ingvarson-Favretto, and Lauren Coutts were all solo musicians before uniting to make music inspired by the joy of dancing with friends, especially after the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.

2023: Breakthrough and Atlantic Records

The debut EP, Should We Go Dance?, was released in 2023 to positive reception, leading to a deal with Atlantic Records.
In 2025, Blusher collaborated with MECCA MAX and Warner Music Australia on a beauty campaign featuring their single "Racer".
Their second EP Racer was released on 31 July 2025.

Members

Miranda Ward

A classically trained musician and guitarist, Ward previously pursued a solo career combining classical and pop elements. She met Coutts in Brisbane before being introduced to Ingvarson-Favretto in Melbourne.

Jade Ingvarson-Favretto

Ingvarson-Favretto began performing in an ABBA tribute act with her parents before launching her solo career. She met the other members through Coutts.

Lauren Coutts

A producer and multi-instrumentalist, Coutts had a solo career before forming Blusher. She played a central role in uniting the group and leads much of their production and songwriting.

Tours

Blusher supported artists including Aurora, Tove Lo, Sugababes, Daði Freyr, NOTD and Kesha. They performed at London Pride, BST Hyde Park with Kylie Minogue, Latitude Festival, and the Coca-Cola Sip And Sounds Festival in Austin.

2024: Australian Headline Tour
2025: RACER Tour

Supporting Act
• 2026: The Tits Out Tour - Kesha - Australian Leg