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“Hollow Threats” – A Swift Farewell

Eora/Sydney act A Swift Farewell show they’re a band unafraid to take risks with their latest release, Hollow Threats. This six-track EP sees them evolving from the pop-punk act we once knew to a grittier emo act.

Expanding their sound beyond the pop-punk genre has given A Swift Farewell more space for self-expression. Every song on Hollow Threats tells its own story of struggle. Through introspective lyrics, they tackle big topics like depression, betrayal, and coming out.

The sombre opener “I Never Wanted This…” establishes early that A Swift Farewell are doing things differently. It’s vocal-driven, with ambient synths and beats underscoring the words. The drums and guitars kick in with “Silence,” an anthemic, moody track that should have you punching your fists in the air by the time the chorus kicks in.

On such a personal EP, it’s interesting that two collaborations – “The Haunting” featuring Amariah and “Just Breathe” featuring Besties – take the central positions. Collaborating with other artists can take music in different directions, but these tracks work so cohesively with A Swift Farewell’s own creations.

“Hold Me Down” is a breakup anthem for the ages, pairing introspective lyrics with a soundscape punctuated by driving drums and acoustic guitars. It’s a unique blend, but it works so well. Most of these tracks hit hard, but A Swift Farewell take another left turn with the closer “Homeless.” It’s an incredible piano-led ballad that builds beautifully to an epic crescendo.

Individually A Swift Farewell’s tracks are so powerful, but together they’re an emotional onslaught. Hollow Threats often isn’t an easy listen, but it’s a cathartic one. Press play, turn it up, and appreciate this killer EP from one of Australia’s finest emerging acts.

Hollow Threats is out now. See A Swift Farewell at 2 Pizza 2 Planet Festival at Stay Gold in Naarm/Melbourne on August 9.

Photo credit: Max Pasalic

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Amariah Cook Joins A Swift Farewell For “The Haunting”

A Swift Farewell have teamed up with Amariah Cook from Future Static for their epic new single “The Haunting.” This is a bit heavier than the music A Swift Farewell usually release, but it’s so good that I think most fans will be along for the ride. I know I’m cranking this one up today!

“Working with Amariah has been an incredible experience,” said A Swift Farewell’s frontman, Ryo Andi. “Every time I hear her voice, I’m in awe of her talent. She is such a gifted vocalist, and having her on this project has truly taken the song to the next level.”

Ryo also directed and edited the music video, which was shot at Valhalla by Viking Lounge.

“This shoot has been an absolute blast to direct and edit,” he said. “The idea revolves around switching between day and night, drawing inspiration from the horror genre. During the daytime, the room is ‘brighter’ to highlight life and energy, while at night, the furniture is draped with bedclothes to create a haunted, abandoned house atmosphere.”

A Swift Farewell will celebrate today’s release of “The Haunting” with a string of shows along the East Coast.

19 April 2025 – AM//PM Emo Night @ Burdekin Hotel, Eora/Sydney
3 May 2025 – AM//PM Emo Night @ The Brightside, Meeanjin/Brisbane
17 May 2025 – Bergy Bandroom, Naarm/Melbourne (supporting nightlight)

Photo credit: Niko Bon Frere

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A Swift Farewell Make Their Mark With “Silence”

Eora/Sydney emo powerhouse A Swift Farewell are back with their first single of 2025, “Silence.” Don’t let the title or gentle start fool you. This track really kicks in when the chorus drops.

It’s also the first song the band recorded with their new bassist, Gabrielle Michael. “I’m beyond excited to be teaming up with my very best friends in A Swift Farewell,” they enthused. “It feels like a long time coming after filling in on bass for them on tour. Nothing feels better than sharing the stage with people who you not only love, but know that they share the same deep passion for the art you create together.”

A Swift Farewell have a couple of gigs at The Lansdowne coming up to celebrate the release of “Silence”. Catch them at the following hometown shows:

15 February 2025 – The Lansdowne, Eora/Sydney (supporting As December Falls)
28 February 2025 – Good Intent’s After Dark Event @ The Lansdowne, Eora/Sydney (FREE)

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A Swift Farewell Release Latest Emo Banger, “Like This (I Don’t Wanna Die)”

The lads from Eora/Sydney pop-punk trio A Swift Farewell are back doing what they do best with the release of “Like This (I Don’t Wanna Die)”. This is their fourth release of the year and the music’s still sounding fresh.

“’Like this (I Don’t Wanna Die)’ is a song about being deeply unhappy and unsatisfied with where you are in life and letting it ruin your mental health,” explained A Swift Farewell’s vocalist, Ryo Andi. “We wrote it last year when the band wasn’t really doing anything or playing shows. Because of that I felt like my life was just wake up – work at my boring job – sleep – repeat … And it made me feel so depressed that I started withdrawing from things and people … I guess this song was a way to say ‘Hey, sorry I’m not replying to texts but I feel so stuck in a hole right now and I just hope I won’t feel like this forever.’”

A Swift Farewell headed to Metronome Studio to film the single’s music video, which they also produced.

“We love focusing on angles and aesthetic and trying to re-create these old school/’90s emo vibes with the blue wash effect and the fish eye looks was a fun challenge,” Ryo added.

Thankfully A Swift Farewell should be out of that rut because they’ve played plenty of shows in 2023, and they’re not slowing down. They’ll support Bellweather on their “Bloodline” release show at The Vanguard in Eora/Sydney on November 18.

Photo credit: Gabrielle Michael

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A Swift Farewell and Cassie Jade Join Forces For “FWMH”

Eora/Sydney emo act A Swift Farewell have teamed up with Cassie Jade from Terra for their latest single “FWMH.” Just a tip, if you’re in the office you may want to grab the headphones before you hit play on this one. You’ll figure out what that acronym stands for soon enough! I love the way the male and female voices really bring this song, which deals with reclaiming your power after ending a toxic relationship, to life.

“’We really wanted a second voice, a feature to emphasise the feeling of this song being about a relationship. Cassie’s voice ended up being perfect for it,” said A Swift Farewell guitarist Sarah Bonnet. “Ryo [Sprott, A Swift Farewell frontman] was so nervous on asking Cassie, but as soon as he asked, she immediately said yes without listening to it. When we heard the first mix we knew we created something amazing, and had to show the world.”

I’m a sucker for a male-female duet, but usually they celebrate coupledom instead of independence. I love hearing the way A Swift Farewell and Cassie Jade have flipped things for “FWMH.” This is a fantastic joint release that helps cement A Swift Farewell and Cassie Jade as some of the most exciting acts on the scene.

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A Swift Farewell Drop Tasty New Single, “Salt”

Eora/Sydney pop-punk trio A Swift Farewell are back with their killer new single “Salt.” If you’re running low on energy today, this anthemic track, co-written by Yours Truly’s former guitar Lachlan Cronin, will give you the kickstart you need. Hit that volume, because this one sounds best loud.

“’Salt’ is the first track we worked with someone externally, and we were so excited when Lachlan Cronin wanted to work with us,” explained A Swift Farewell’s vocalist Ryo Sprott. “I’ve held on to these lyrics for a while now, and it was a time where I was constantly told I was weird, and no one liked me. But I realise why should I change to someone’s needs?”

Fresh from performances at Perish Fest and supporting acts like Yours Truly, Rumours, and Clay J Gladstone, A Swift Farewell will play AM/PM’s 6th Birthday show at the Burdekin Hotel in Eora/Sydney tomorrow night, April 29.

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A Swift Farewell and Clay J Gladstone Team Up For “Stressed Out”

Sydney punk acts A Swift Farewell and Clay J Gladstone have joined forces for the collaboration of your dreams. Their new single “Stressed Out” perfectly showcases everything that makes these two local acts so special. If you’re feeling frustrated or struggling in any way today, you’re going to want to turn the volume all the way up on this one.

“The song is about not expressing emotions and often hiding and burying feelings until it gets too much.” A Swift Farewell explained. “We wanted to show our darker side with this track, as we felt our two previous singles were a fair bit more pop-influenced and mid-tempo. Funnily enough, its working title was actually ‘angry boi’.”

Creating the film clip at Marrickville’s Sydney Props Studio was a labour of love, according to A Swift Farewell frontwoman Emma Mather.

“We built the set ourselves,” she said. “It was a hustle! First, we had to build huge panels of fake grass. It represents the chaotic ‘inside’ of that same person who’s pretending they’re fine but hiding all their bad feelings. Then, at the end of the video, we tried representing ‘getting buried’ by having people throw gardening soil at us while we played. We thought this was a good idea, but it was so painful as the soil was getting into our eyes and mouths and clothes.”

A Swift Farewell will support the release of “Stressed Out” with a show at the Burdekin Hotel on March 27 supporting Heroes for Hire. If you heard the buzz when they supported FANGZ, Headstrong, or Cambridge, you’ll want to check this gig out.

Image used with permission from Good Intent; photo credit: Robbie Walcott

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Rock Out With A Swift Farewell’s “Sunburn”

Sydney pop-punk act A Swift Farewell are back with “Sunburn,” a track that uses the physical pain of sun exposure as a metaphor for the wrong kind of relationship. By the time that chorus kicked in with powerful vocals from Emma Mather, I was right on board.

Like so many bands impacted by lockdowns, A Swift Farewell had to pivot on the single’s music video.

“We initially wanted to film a live music video of us playing the song at our headline show. However, with the ever-changing situation, we had to find an alternative,” explained the band’s drummer, Dwayne Morris. “Sarah, our bassist, messaged us one day and showed us a homemade green screen idea. From there, we hit up our good friend Robbie and the rest is history. It was a fun experience, especially since I got to hit my drums for the first time in god knows how long.”

Hopefully it won’t be too long before A Swift Farewell plays those live shows they’re craving. Until then, crank this one up!

Image used with permission from Good Intent; credit: Robbie Walcott

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Get Caught Up With A Swift Farewell’s New Single, “Mousetrap”

Sydney pop-punk band A Swift Farewell have been doing great things over the last few years, earning praise from tastemakers like Alternative Press, idobi Radio, triple j, and Wall of Sound and supporting the likes of Hands Like Houses and FANGZ. If you’re not already across their music, you soon will be. Their latest track “Mousetrap” is bound to make you sit up and take notice.

“Mousetrap” is such a ballsy track, with insane vocals from Emma Mather and dynamic instrumentation that matches her intensity. Its lyrics are so relatable. The film clip, which shows the band finding themselves at the mercy of evil scientists, is also a stroke of genius.

“’Mousetrap’ is about feeling trapped in a relationship in which you are not able to give someone the time and attention they demand from you and feeling burnt out from trying,” explained the band’s bassist, Sarah Bonnet. “In the end, the person doesn’t notice they are asking too much from you and you feel yourself grow emotionally distant from them.”

It’s been a couple of months since A Swift Farewell played live, but hopefully the release of this single inspires them to get out in front of punters again. Give their Facebook page a follow to learn all about any gig announcements as they happen.

Image used with permission from Good Intent; credit: Robbie Walcott