Category: Single Releases

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Mermaid Avenue Releases Stunning Sixth Single From “Sugartown”

Most albums have a few strong singles and a whole lot of filler. So it’s impressive that Mermaid Avenue are still delivering the goods with “Prisoner,” the sixth (yes, sixth!) single from their soon-to-be-released album Sugartown.

This track has got everything you want to hear. Incredible multipart harmonies, a soaring slide, killer guitar solos, incredible lyrics about the human condition. It’s all here, and it’s glorious.

Mermaid Avenue have definitely left us waiting a long time for Sugartown, but they should stop teasing us soon. I hear it’s dropping sometime early this year.

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Raging Hormones Are Definitely “Worth Your While”

In their press release for their latest single “Worth Your While,” Melbourne five-piece Raging Hormones encourage you to “Check your baggage at the door. Or, drag it in and destroy it altogether.” Either way, the bold energy of this track is all you’re going to need to forget about your problems, at least for a little while. It’s so much fun, so press play and turn that volume right up.

The press release also shares the urban legend that seeing Raging Hormones live “gets you the equivalent of 12 hours sleep, a shot of adrenaline to the heart, a two-week beach holiday, and a giant bear-hug.” I understand the source is a little biased, but until I see them live I’m just going to believe it.

Raging Hormones were all set to take over a Lygon Street shopfront and write and record an EP in front of passers-by this month, but COVID got in the way. Give their Facebook page a follow to find out all about other exciting plans they’re making as they’re announced.

Image used with permission from Little Giant Agency; credit: Nick Manuell

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Seph Cove Releases Beautiful New Single, “Helen”

The last couple of years have been pretty tough on most of us. We’ve had lockdowns, letdowns, and with the threat of the virus still looming it seems there’s a lot more in store. Seph Cove gives voice to these challenges in “Helen,” a song he penned for a friend who suffered through recent lockdowns. It might have been written with a certain person in mind, but I’m sure it’s going to resonate with so many of you.

“I wrote this song in response to learning about the upsetting half-year a friend of mine had during the lockdown in 2020,” Seph explained. “It was such an important reminder to have perspective. I wanted to let my friend know they had support and that despite everything, they were a very, very good person.”

In good news for Seph fans, there’s more new music on the way. He’ll drop his latest EP, Unsafe Passage, on February 18.

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Tessa Thames Joins Fellow First Nations Artists For “Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo”

Australia Day seemed like the right time to shine a light on some of this country’s most exciting First Nations artists. “Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo” came out of APRA/AMCOS’s first First Nations Songhub event, RESONATE. During the four-day songwriting camp, Tessa Thames ended up in a room with 18YOMAN and Becca Hatch. Tasman Keith stuck his head into the studio and the magic happened.

Getting artists with such different styles together is always exciting to me. Tessa usually creates bedroom-pop numbers, but the influences of her collaborators have brought a little hip-hop, R&B flavour to this song. It’s totally addictive.

“A lot of times you can end up in the studio with people you love and think they’re the best and then not come up with anything! Just being lucky enough to work with these guys was such a blessing, but to click like we did and create something I really love is a crazy bonus,” Tessa said. “Vin (18YOMAN) is such a genius and just a lovely calming presence in the studio and Becca and I were bouncing off each other with melodies and harmonies and lyrical concepts … it was such a fun time! Then having Tas stick his head in the door and be like ‘I think I can do something here…’ it’s just incredible. Not to mention after all that, Tas passed the track onto his boy Kwame who then shared it with Kymie and they both added these slick, cool production elements to 18YOMAN’s already ridiculous foundation … I feel like I’ve accidentally assembled the Avengers on this one!”

“Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo” has become Tessa’s biggest single after being added to Spotify’s New Music AU & NZ, Indie Arrivals, and Local List playlists.

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Karise Eden Gets Nostalgic With “My Old Friend”

I’ve forgotten most of the people who won The Voice in recent years, but I can still remember Karise Eden’s appearance on the show all those years ago. The streamlined format of recent years which gives contestants very little airtime is a factor, but Karise’s unique, powerful voice is certainly another. As much as I have enjoyed other artists, no one left such a big impression on me. The good news is that we don’t just have to get nostalgic about Karise; she’s still releasing amazing music. Her current single “My Old Friend” is the perfect reminder of just how awesome she is.

“My Old Friend. There is a lot of raw, honest power in that track,” Karise admitted. “ It is still painful for me to sing. I’d hope that anyone who has lost someone they love, can find comfort in this song. Grief is a tricky emotion to experience but know that you are not alone. I’d hope you could listen, raise a glass and remember those we love so dearly that are no longer with us.”

“My Old Friend” is the first track Karise has released since 2018, but she won’t leave us waiting too long to hear more new material. This is the first song lifted from her new EP, which will drop really soon.

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Take a Listen to “Mum’s Advice” From Little Guilt

Western Australia’s Little Guilt have just dropped their cracking new single “Mum’s Advice,” and it’s bound to resonate with anyone who pursued relationships their folks warned them about. This relatable indie-pop ditty has taken me back to a time when bad boys seemed so appealing.

Little Guilt started like so many new music acts, in a suburban bedroom. The brainchild of lead guitarist Joe Knowles, the band members came together like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, creating something so special and authentic. They’ve built a name for themselves on the local circuit and now that they’re recording music that reputation is sure to spread. I’m sure I’m not the only one hoping those borders open soon so the rest of us can see them on stage. If you’re local, you can catch them at Ludic Fest at Mandurah Performing Arts Centre on February 5.

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Aussie Rock Royalty Become Truck

With Andy McLean from Horsehead and Dave Leslie of Baby Animals in the line-up, you know new act Truck is going to be a serious rock outfit. Just take one listen to their debut single “Make Hay” and you know you’re in good hands. This is Aussie rock the way it used to be done, the kind of music you want to hear in a sweaty pub with a sticky floor. Of course, it’s almost as enjoyable cranked at home with a cold beer in hand!

“When Horsehead were starting out, Baby Animals were the biggest band in the land,” Andy recounted. “We were lucky enough to do some shows with them and as soon as I saw Dave on stage, I thought, ‘What a mighty player – who wouldn’t want to be in a band with him?’ And here we are, in 2021, and our stars aligned.”

“Make Hay” is our first taste of Truck’s EP Lighthill, which will be released really soon. They’ll preview their new tracks at Bendigo Hotel on January 16. Get along so you can tell everyone you saw them before they got big!

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Brock Makes Her Mark With “Drunk”

After spending most of 2020 as a songwriter, Brock is ready to spend time behind the microphone. Her debut single “Drunk” is an all-too-relatable pop ballad about the alcohol-induced mistakes many of us make when we’re trying to move on.

I can imagine this song sitting comfortably on the charts with tracks from Dua Lipa and Olivia Rodrigo. Expect to hear a lot more from Brock this year.

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Eliza & The Delusionals Release “Nothing Yet” Single Against the Odds

The pandemic has posed more than its fair share for musicians around the country, but few acts had it as tough as Eliza & The Delusionals. The band had members living on either side of the New South Wales and Queensland borders, but it wasn’t going to stop them from making fabulous music together. Their latest single “Nothing Yet” is a fantastic indie-rock track that takes me right back to the late ‘90s and early ‘00s. Its fun nostalgic feel is the perfect counterweight for its heartbreaking lyrics.

It’s a sign of the times that Eliza & The Delusionals have had to postpone their single launch shows, which were due to kick off in Sydney tonight. Stay tight for the rescheduling, but it looks like international fans may get the opportunity to see them first. Eliza & The Delusionals will head to Napa Valley to play the Bottlerock Festival this May.

Image used with permission from Beehive PR; credit: Luke Henery

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Satin Cali Deliver With “Fool”

Satin Cali are one of Wollongong’s best-kept secrets, selling out multiple headline shows in their hometown. However, with the release of their latest track “Fool,” it’s time for the rest of the country to catch up. This is such a good rock track, I can’t stop listening.

“Fool is a failed love story, taking inspiration from the perspective of letting someone go, only to realise later that they may have been perfect for you all along, and living with the regret of letting that person go and watching them move on without you. Constantly questioning what could have been and the what-ifs of everything in between, while reminding yourself how foolish you can be,” the band explained. “We decided to accompany these lyrics to a more upbeat, happy-ish instrumental piece we had been working on, to counteract and balance the song out a bit and hopefully give a different perspective to the “broken heart” stereotypical tune we all have heard before.”

Satin Cali have a stack of shows coming up including festival appearances and dates with The Terrys, if coronavirus doesn’t get in the way. Here are all the places you can (hopefully!) see them play!

21 January 2022 – The Red Steer Hotel, Wagga Wagga (with The Terrys)
22 January 2022 – Wombarra Bowlo, Wombarra (with The Terrys)
29 January 2022 – Full-Time Festival @ Ron Costello Oval, Shoalhaven
4 February 2022 – The Espy, Melbourne (with The Terrys)
5 February 2022 – Hotel Westwood, Melbourne (ALL AGES – with The Terrys)
11 February 2022 – Thirsty Chiefs Brewing Co, North Lakes (with The Terrys)
4 March 2022 – University of Canberra, Canberra (with The Terrys)
24 March 2022 – Jive, Adelaide (with The Terrys)
26 March 2022 – Milk Bar, Perth (with The Terrys)
27 March 2022 – Settlers Tavern, Margaret River (with The Terrys)
3 April 2022 – Yours & Owls @ Stuart Park, North Wollongong

Image used with permission from Habit Music Co.; credit: Chris Frape Photography