Melbourne's Belair Lip Bombs have cemented their reputation as one of Australia's most exciting indie rock acts with their latest album, Again. The band - comprising Maisie Everett, Jimmy Droughton, Daniel Devlin, and Mike Bradvica - has been making waves in the local scene for years, but it's their second album that truly showcases their potential.
Recorded on Jack White's Third Man Records, Again marks a significant leap forward from the band's 2023 debut, Lush Life. The production is sleeker, the songwriting more refined, and the overall sound more direct and impactful. It's clear that the band has been working hard to hone their craft, with a renewed focus on creating music that resonates.
The leap in quality is undeniable, and it's largely due to the band's own determination to push themselves creatively. "We've always felt like we were on the cusp of something special," says Everett. "And then suddenly, we're like, 'This could be it.' And that just fuels everything."
Devlin adds that working with Third Man Records has been a game-changer. The label's passion for their music and commitment to supporting emerging artists is palpable, and the band feels grateful to have found such a supportive partner.
But what sets the Belair Lip Bombs apart from other rising Australian bands? Their sound is refreshingly clean-cut and direct, with a focus on melody that's hard to ignore. It's a far cry from the post-punk or art rock that dominates the Melbourne scene - they're more Pavement than post-punk, in short.
As for their future plans, it's clear that the band is determined to make a bigger impact on the global stage. "We've been living in Melbourne so far... and everything's sort of worked out!" says Everett, but it's hard to imagine them staying put for long. The Belair Lip Bombs have already made waves in North America, supporting Spacey Jane on their latest tour - and with Again set to drop on October 31st, they're poised to take their music to an even wider audience.
For now, though, the focus is on supporting their label and making the most of this exciting new chapter. As Devlin puts it, "We've all got a bit more ambitious and more invested... we want to give it as much of a shot as possible, because we don't want to regret not giving it a proper crack."
Recorded on Jack White's Third Man Records, Again marks a significant leap forward from the band's 2023 debut, Lush Life. The production is sleeker, the songwriting more refined, and the overall sound more direct and impactful. It's clear that the band has been working hard to hone their craft, with a renewed focus on creating music that resonates.
The leap in quality is undeniable, and it's largely due to the band's own determination to push themselves creatively. "We've always felt like we were on the cusp of something special," says Everett. "And then suddenly, we're like, 'This could be it.' And that just fuels everything."
Devlin adds that working with Third Man Records has been a game-changer. The label's passion for their music and commitment to supporting emerging artists is palpable, and the band feels grateful to have found such a supportive partner.
But what sets the Belair Lip Bombs apart from other rising Australian bands? Their sound is refreshingly clean-cut and direct, with a focus on melody that's hard to ignore. It's a far cry from the post-punk or art rock that dominates the Melbourne scene - they're more Pavement than post-punk, in short.
As for their future plans, it's clear that the band is determined to make a bigger impact on the global stage. "We've been living in Melbourne so far... and everything's sort of worked out!" says Everett, but it's hard to imagine them staying put for long. The Belair Lip Bombs have already made waves in North America, supporting Spacey Jane on their latest tour - and with Again set to drop on October 31st, they're poised to take their music to an even wider audience.
For now, though, the focus is on supporting their label and making the most of this exciting new chapter. As Devlin puts it, "We've all got a bit more ambitious and more invested... we want to give it as much of a shot as possible, because we don't want to regret not giving it a proper crack."
! I mean, I've been listening to their music for ages and they're always improving. The production on this one is crazy good - it's like they took all the best parts of their previous sound and polished them up. And the songwriting? Mind blown 
. They really know how to craft a catchy tune that gets stuck in your head. I love how they've evolved from just being a local Melbourne band to actually making waves globally 
. Now, let's hope they can make it work for the schoolies and come out with a sick concert 
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the fact that they've got jack white's third man records backing them up must be a game-changer for them too 
i love how determined they are to push themselves creatively, it's inspiring! can't wait to hear what they do next 
! I mean, who wouldn't want to be part of the Third Man Records fam? They're really pushing themselves creatively and it's paying off. Maisie Everett's vocals are on another level 
. And I think they've definitely cracked the code. With their upcoming tour supporting Spacey Jane, I'm hyped for what's next! Who knows, maybe we'll see them on a big festival stage soon? Fingers crossed 
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. I mean, their sound is just so infectious and catchy - it's like Pavement on steroids 
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. And I gotta say, working with Jack White's Third Man Records has definitely given them a boost 
. It's awesome that they're finding a supportive partner who believes in their music.
. And can we talk about Maisie Everett's vocals? She's got this whole range of emotions going on, and it's just so compelling 
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This band is literally blowing up and I'm loving it! They're like the perfect indie rock act - all that raw energy and emotion in their music. I've been listening to 'Again' nonstop since it came out 
. The way they've refines their sound from the first album is insane... I mean, who doesn't love a good Pavement reference? They're like the next big thing and I'm all about it 
. The production is so sleek and the songwriting is fire 
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. That must be such a game-changer for them. And can we talk about how refreshing it is that they're not following the usual post-punk or art rock trend? I mean, Pavement vibes are always on point 
. They've already made a big impact in North America and now it's time to take their music global 
. Fingers crossed they'll stay true to themselves and keep pushing out amazing music 
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), they're just gonna make music that makes people wanna move 
! as for their future plans, idk about the world tour thing... but one thing's for sure - again is gonna be a banger 
its cool and all but has anyone even listened to the whole album or is it just gonna be that one catchy song that gets played on repeat