Hana & Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits are a Melbourne-based outfit known nationwide for their electrifying live shows, sharp lyrics, and a dynamic blend of country, rock ’n’ roll, and soul. Fronted by Hana Brenecki’s gritty, emotionally rich vocals and Jessie-Lee Zubkevych’s commanding guitar work, the band delivers a modern, genre-defying take on country music.

Formed over a decade ago by two former punk-scene musicians from Adelaide, the duo’s debut album Southlands (2017) made waves with its raw honesty, landing them festival slots at WOMADelaide, Out on the Weekend, and more, as well as support gigs for Jason Isbell, Cold Chisel, and Kasey Chambers.

Relocating to Melbourne, their sophomore album Say What You Mean (2024), recorded by ARIA-nominated producer Alexander O’Gorman, took their sound to new heights. The record won the 2024 Music Victoria Award for Best Country Work and Double J’s Tower of Song of the Year, earning praise from Australian Guitar Magazine, Rhythms, and more.

Since the album’s release, the band has performed at top festivals including Port Fairy Folk Festival, Riverboats, Queenscliff, Gympie Muster, and Tamworth Country Music Festival, touring extensively and building a devoted national following.

Closing out 2025, Hana & Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits will support U.S. country star Nikki Lane before embarking on a 23-date national tour with Mick Thomas & The Roving Commission, sharing new material ahead of their anticipated third album.