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“Lonely Leaves” – PLTS

I love writing a music blog, but sometimes it’s a struggle. Sometimes you just want to listen to the album that’s currently revving you rather than sorting through the press releases and delving into the unknown. And sometimes you find a recording like Lonely Leaves, a release that’s so good that it makes you forget all about that thing you thought you wanted to listen to for the umpteenth time.

I’ve played Lonely Leaves for the last couple of days straight without putting my fingers to the keyboard. Why? Because once I did I’d have to move on, start sorting through the press releases and delving into the unknown again. Now this is the album that’s currently revving me.

Byron Bay band PLTS call Lonely Leaves an EP, but at seven tracks it feels more like a mini album. The songs explore feelings of nostalgia. Heartbreak and longing bookends the EP with “Without You” and the title track. But PLTS also know how to lift you up. “Young Ones” is an anthemic stadium rock banger about our youth. “A Play About the Ocean” soars. The frenetic energy in “August” perfectly captures a moment in time. The sombre “Silhouettes” is even more poignant coming after such an explosive track.

I’m waxing lyrical over these songs because there are no fillers. I’m hitting repeat constantly because there are no fillers. This is incredible stuff, accessible from the first listen but just a little more special with every subsequent play.

Lonely Leaves is out now. After recently supporting Dear Seattle, PLTS will headline their first shows in a year with a performance at Brisbane’s Black Bear Lodge on June 1 and another gig at Sydney’s OAF Gallery Bar on June 13.

Image used with permission from Macro Music

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PLTS Drop Rocking New Single Ahead Of EP Release & Tour

PLTS might hail from Byron Bay, but there’s nothing sleepy about this indie-rock band. While their hometown is better known for its super-chill vibes, these guys create big stadium rock tracks like their latest single “Young Ones,” a nostalgic track about the stories that shape us and the memories we love to reflect upon. Turn it up loud readers!

There’s more where this came from too. PLTS are preparing to release their new Lonely Leaves on May 24, which is not so coincidentally the day they hit the road. Catch them doing what they do best at the following venues.

24 May 2019 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
25 May 2019 – Brisbane Hotel, Hobart
1 June 2019 – Black Bear Lodge, Brisbane
13 June 2019 – OAF Gallery Bar, Sydney

Image used with permission from Bianca Blancato

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PLTS Pulls Me In With “Maelstrom”

With Byron Bay band PLTS kicking off their East Coast single tour tonight, I figured I’d better introduce you to their kick-arse new song! “Maelstrom” is such a great indie rock anthem which sees the lads wearing their hearts on their sleeves and being a little more vulnerable than we’ve seen in the past.

“Writing this track proved the most challenging process we’ve navigated as a group to date, this shines through in a strong theme of melancholy,” they explained. “We chose to focus on a water theme, it’s such as significant theme in our personal lives and also is a great representation of the unpredictable nature and challenges in navigating the creation of music and in particular, this track. It’s a high-energy song and we can’t wait to convert that energy in to the live space. Delve beneath the surface and see things from the other side. Let the Maelstrom pull you in.”

If you like what you hear, make sure you get up close and personal with the band at one of their intimate single shows.

6 July 2018 – Bloodhound Bar, Brisbane
12 July 2018 – Waywards Bar, Sydney
14 July 2018 – The Brewery, Byron Bay

Image used with permission from Habit Music Company

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PLTS Celebrate Signing With “Spill” Single Release

It’s an exciting time for Byron Bay band PLTS. The group has just released a killer new single “Spill,” an anthemic slice of indie-rock that I can’t stop playing. They’ve also just signed up with Collective Artists Agency and announced a string of new shows. Music lovers can catch them in the coming months headlining their own shows at Bigsound and supporting Hands like Houses in the Eastern states.

But back to “Spill,” which saw the band teaming up again with Sydney producer JP Fung, whose credits include Art VS Science and Josh Pyke.

“With ‘Spill’ we again worked with JP Fung due to his intelligent approach to songwriting. His polished execution worked wonders for this track,” explained vocalist Kit Bray. “Lyrically, ‘Spill’ is an examination of the modern love story and how it’s somewhat failing. Taking in to account social pressures, anxieties, drugs and alcohol – the song deals with the letting go and moving on from relationships, capturing that fragile period of acceptance.”

If you love the song, make sure you don’t miss the chance to hear more from PLTS at the following shows.

5 September 2017 – The Zoo, Brisbane
7 September 2017 – The Brightside, Brisbane
6 October 2017 – 170 Russell, Melbourne (with Hands like Houses)
7 October 2017 – UC Refectory, Canberra (with Hands like Houses)
13 October 2017 – Metro Theatre, Sydney (with Hands like Houses)
14 October 2017 – The Triffid, Brisbane (with Hands like Houses)

Image used with permission from Habit Music Company

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PLTS Announce More Summer Shows for Single Release

Byron Bay band PLTS are in for a busy few months. Not only will they tour the country supporting The Amity Affliction in January, they’ve just announced some headlining shows in February to celebrate the release of their brand new single “Call Me Out.”

I just love this song. I fell for its relatable lyrics and catchy chorus instantly. Yet with every subsequent listen I love it a little more. Its release is a great way to close out the year for PLTS, who played Splendour, supported Columbus, and sold out their own shows along the East Coast. They’ve also generated a lot of buzz from Spotify, Triple J, FBi Radio, and other tastemakers.

You can discover what all the fuss is about when PLTS plays the following shows.

21 January 2017 – Lake Kawana Community Centre, Sunshine Coast
23 January 2017 – Convention Centre, Gold Coast
25 January 2017 – Ex Services Club, Coffs Harbour
26 January 2017 – Bar On The Hill, Newcastle
27 January 2017 – Waves, Wollongong
4 February 2017 – The Northern, Byron Bay
9 February 2017 – The Foundry, Brisbane
16 February 2017 – The Workers Club, Melbourne
17 February 2017 – Brighton Up Bar, Sydney

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PLTS and Pro Vita Team Up for Summer Tour

Fresh from the release of their epic summer anthem “On & On”, PLTS are set to follow the sun along the East Coast with a string of shows next month.

The Byron Bay band will take Brisbane rockers Pro Vita along for the ride for all but the Broadbeach gig. With two of Australia’s most exciting up-and-coming acts on the bill, you can expect good times from the following shows.

22 January 2016 – The Northern, Byron Bay (FREE)
24 January 2016 – Broadbeach Tavern, Broadbeach
29 January 2016 – Sol Bar, Maroochydore
30 January 2016 – The Foundry, Brisbane