The Wolfe Brothers might be on top of the music world with their catchy tunes and energetic performances, but behind the glamour and glory, they are facing the harsh reality of the cost-of-living crisis.
Despite their collaboration with popular children's music group The Wiggles and playing to packed crowds at NRL half-time shows, the duo is not immune to the financial struggles that many Australians are facing.
In a recent interview, the brothers opened up about the challenges they are facing in making ends meet, despite their apparent success.
"It's tough out there," said one of the brothers. "People think that because we're playing to big crowds and topping the charts, we must be raking it in, but the reality is that the cost of living is going up and up, and it's getting harder to make a living from music alone."
The brothers explained that they have had to get creative with their finances, taking on extra work and being mindful of their expenses in order to stay afloat.
"We're not complaining or anything," said the other brother. "We feel lucky to be able to do what we love for a living, but it's just not as easy as people think it is. We have to work hard to make sure we can keep doing what we do, and that means being smart with our money."
The Wolfe Brothers' honesty about their financial struggles is a refreshing change from the usual glitz and glamour of the music industry.
By speaking out about the cost-of-living crisis, the duo hopes to raise awareness about the issue and encourage others to speak out about their own struggles.
"We're not alone in this," said one of the brothers. "There are so many people out there who are struggling to make ends meet, and we want to use our platform to help bring attention to the issue."
The Wolfe Brothers' music may be all about having a good time and living in the moment, but their message is one of resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
As they continue to tour and perform, the brothers will be taking their message of hope and awareness to fans all over the country, proving that even in the toughest of times, music can bring people together and inspire positive change.