Ali Barter & Oscar Dawson Release Iso Track for Support Act

Yesterday my husband and I marked one month since locking down. We’ve taken this shit pretty seriously, ordering our groceries and never stepping any further than the kerb to put the bins out. We’re getting a little sick of staring at the same four walls to be honest, something Ali Barter and her boyfriend Oscar Dawson of Holy Holy can undoubtedly relate to. They’ve just released a love song for the isolation age, “Four Days.”

Of course, any song written in the confines of the pandemic will hardly be roses and rainbows. This track addresses the frustrations that come from time trapped together. It came about after the pair spent two weeks together following Ali’s return from the USA. Triple J’s Hing and Hobba challenged them to write a song about the ordeal over 24 hours, including listener lyric suggestions. It’s all for a good cause, with proceeds from the song’s streams and sales going to Support Act’s COVID-19 Emergency Appeal.

”The crisis is having a massive effect on the music industry and especially the folks involved in touring – session musos, roadies, sound engineers who literally can’t work now,”Ali explained. “Support Act is the best way to get much-needed funds and assistance to those people. Super happy to put something out there to make people smile and raise some money!”

So get streaming or purchase the single to help the fundraising efforts! You can also make additional donations through the Support Act website.

Image used with permission from Inertia Music

Get to Know Carla Geneve

With the recent release of her film clip for latest single “Things Change” and upcoming shows all around the country, including the coveted support gig for Holy Holy, there’s no better time to discover Perth singer Carla Geneve.

I love the easy country-folk vibes of “Things Change,” but this track really should be just a starting point for your listening. Carla’s recently released self-titled EP has so many more gems. Her music is heartfelt and raw, with such relatable lyrics.

Carla is also in fine form after recently touring North America for the first time with San Cisco. In fact, the clip for “Things Change” was captured while she was abroad. See her before everyone knows just how good she is at the following shows.

22 August 2019 – Oxford Art Factory Gallery, Sydney
23 August 2019 – Old Bar, Melbourne
24 August 2019 – Mojos Bar, Fremantle
12 September 2019 – Villa Noosa, Noosaville (supporting Holy Holy)
13 September 2019 – Kingscliff Beach Hotel, Kingscliff (supporting Holy Holy)
14 September 2019 – The Tivoli, Brisbane (supporting Holy Holy)
19 September 2019 – Mt Pleasant Tavern, Mackay (supporting Holy Holy)
20 September 2019 – Magnums, Airlie Beach (supporting Holy Holy)
21 September 2019 – Dalrymple Hotel, Townsville (supporting Holy Holy)
22 September 2019 – Edge Hill Tavern, Cairns (supporting Holy Holy)
27 September 2019 – The Gov, Adelaide (supporting Holy Holy)
28 September 2019 – Astor Theatre, Perth (supporting Holy Holy)
29 September 2019 – The River, Margaret River (supporting Holy Holy)
17 October 2019 – Uni Bar, Wollongong (supporting Holy Holy)
18 October 2019 – Roundhouse, Sydney (supporting Holy Holy)
19 October 2019 – Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle (supporting Holy Holy)
1 November 2019 – Torquay Hotel, Torquay (supporting Holy Holy)
2 November 2019 – Forum, Melbourne (supporting Holy Holy)

Image used with permission from Remote Control Records

Holy Holy Releases Retro New Single “True Lovers”

Holy Holy is one of those Aussie bands that doesn’t seem to put a foot wrong. Usually by the fourth single from an album some fatigue sets in, but that’s not the case with these guys. The new synth-heavy electro pop single “True Lovers” is something different from the band, but I’m digging it.

The single comes with a brand new clip directed by Aussie artist Erin Van Occi featuring footage from cinematographer Thom Neal.

Holy Holy is currently on tour around Australia. Many of these shows were sell outs, but if you’re lucky you’ll still find a ticket or two for the remaining gigs.

13 July 2017 – Mojos, Fremantle
14 July 2017 – Jack Rabbit Slims, Perth
15 July 2017 – Prince of Wales, Bunbury

Holy Holy Releases Another Awesome Single, “Elevator”

Holy Holy is continuing to build buzz for the release of their sophomore album with the launch of a brand new single “Elevator.” It’s another stellar slice of indie rock, with shimmery guitars and a chorus that should have you punching your fist in the air.

“I can’t recall how it germinated, but before we knew it we were playing this same two chords, over and over,” explained lead guitarist Oscar Dawson. “And it built from there, like a conversation; starting softly, then bouncing around to become louder and louder… It had been caught on a phone when we were touring in Europe, and back in Australia we put it together and decided that, in fact, it is a song.”

“Elevator” is the latest track from that highly anticipated new album Paint, which will drop on February 24. You needn’t wait that long to get your Holy Holy fix though. The band is currently touring the country with I Know Leopard and Alex L’Estrange. Here are the remaining dates.

17 November 2016 – Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle
18 November 2016 – Metro Theatre, Sydney
19 November 2016 – Uni Bar, Wollongong
20 November 2016 – The Basement, Canberra
24 November 2016 – Miami Marketta, Gold Coast
25 November 2016 – Solbar, Sunshine Coast
26 November 2016 – The Triffid, Brisbane

Image used with permission from On the Map PR

HOLY HOLY Announces Aussie Tour

When I wrote about HOLY HOLY’s killer new single “Darwinism” last month, I noted a tour wouldn’t be too far away. Now the Aussie act has announced some dates, and released a video for the single, I thought it only fair to put them on your radar.

Exciting stuff always happens when this band — which has members based in Launceston, Brisbane, and Melbourne — get together. Experience the magic for yourselves at the following shows. I Know Leopard and Alex L’Estrange will serve as supports except in Western Australia where Dream Rimmy will take I Know Leopard’s place.

3 November 2016 – Fat Controller, Adelaide
4 November 2016 – Prince of Wales, Bunbury
5 November 2016 – Amplifier, Perth
6 November 2016 – Mojos, Fremantle
11 November 2016 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
12 November 2016 – The Workers Club, Geelong
13 November 2016 – Karova Lounge, Ballarat
17 November 2016 – Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle
18 November 2016 – Metro Theatre, Sydney
19 November 2016 – Uni Bar, Wollongong
20 November 2016 – The Basement, Canberra
24 November 2016 – Miami Marketta, Gold Coast
25 November 2016 – Solbar, Sunshine Coast
26 November 2016 – The Triffid, Brisbane

HOLY HOLY Release Killer New Single “Darwinism”

Aussie act HOLY HOLY is giving us a taste of their highly anticipated second album with the release of the new single “Darwinism.”

It’s a sonic feast with grungy guitar and an easy vibe that grabs you from the start and doesn’t let go. It’s amazing really that this track sounds so coherent because the members of HOLY HOLY are scattered across Australia. From Launceston to Brisbane and Melbourne, ideas are sent backwards and forwards and songs developed despite the distance.

With such an unorthodox approach to music making, it’s only fitting that “Darwinism” had a strange beginning. Lead vocalist Timothy Carroll recalls conceiving the song in a hotel bathroom.

“I remember the boys were all asleep in the apartment and I was looking for a place to play so I locked myself in the bathroom and was making some recordings on my phone,” he said. “I felt straight away it could work as a full band track”.

The song starts sparsely with that melody from the bathroom before building to an orchestral crescendo with trumpet and trombone work from Ross Irwin and Kieran Conrau.

There are no firm dates scheduled yet, but HOLY HOLY will play shows from September to November in the United Kingdom, Europe, and here in Australia, ahead of the release of their next album in early 2017.

Holy Holy Impress with “You Cannot Call for Love Like a Dog”

Brisbane duo Holy Holy have knocked my fluffy winter-ready socks off with their latest single “You Cannot Call for Love Like a Dog.” It’s got much more than just an impressive name on its side. It’s got an epic feel and driving beat that will get under your skin from the first listen.

It’s got a dark undertone though. Listen to the lyrics and you’ll soon remember love’s not all chocolates and roses.

“We try in our lives to do all kinds of things to control it and manage it and bend it to our wills, but sometimes you just wake up one day and it’s gone…and that’s that. Like ice melted,” explained lead vocalist Tim Carroll. “And the point of that is, if you do find yourself in the enviable position of being ‘in love’ and feeling love – fucking enjoy it. Treat it like a good scotch. Breathe it in deep and wash it round your mouth and take in the bath and get drunk.”

Holy Holy are set for big things, after being named on the recent Splendour in the Grass line-up and locking in dates across Europe and the United Kingdom. No doubt the music lovers abroad are going to be just as taken with this Aussie act.

14 May 2015 – The Great Escape, Brighton
17 May 2015 – London Calling Festival, Amsterdam
18 May 2015 – MTC Club, Cologne
19 May 2015 – Cafe Video, Ghent
20 May 2015 – Comet Club, Berlin
22 May 2015 – Dot to Dot Festival, Manchester
23 May 2015 – Liverpool Sound City, Liverpool (DAY SHOW)
23 May 2015 – Dot to Dot Festival, Bristol (NIGHT SHOW)
24 May 2015 – Dot to Dot Festival, Nottingham
26 May 2015 – Old Blue Last, London
29 May 2015 – Primavera Pro, Barcelona
30 May 2015 – Primavera Sound, Barcelona