The Empty Threats Share Noisy Post-Punk Track, 'The One' Ahead Of Sold-Out Dark Mofo Slot
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"Trailblazers in the Australian music scene...fierce advocates against oppression — carving their own path, and not giving a fuck what anyone else thinks.' – Music JUNKEE
'Sonic euphoria.' – The Music
Rising Kaurna land / Adelaide self-proclaimed 'queer party rock' quintet The Empty Threats are back with new single 'the one', following news they'll be playing Dark Mofo's official 2025 line-up, supporting post-punk outfit, The Peep Temple, on Sunday, June 15 (Sold Out).
'the one' offers a glimpse into the tangled dynamics of close-knit communities, examining the often-blurry lines between platonic and romantic relationships, and is taken from their forthcoming album, happy birthday, set for release later this year.
happy birthday, recorded and produced by The Empty Threats' Matt Shultz, represents a significant shift inward for the band. While their politically charged debut, Monster Truck Mondays, tackled societal issues head-on, this sprawling fourteen-track offering honestly explores the queer and neurodiverse experiences of each member: Stu Patterson (they/them - [vocals / saxophone / clarinet]), Matt Schultz (they/them - [guitars / vocals]), Lenny Regione (he/him - [bass guitar]), Michael Bond (he/him - [drums]), Alex Dearman (him/him - [guitar]), and Grace Vandals (she/her - [vocals / guitar / synth]).
Charged and rambunctious, happy birthday was recorded live, capturing the energy and theatrics of their legendary live set. A powerful statement about embracing individuality and celebrating diverse perspectives, the album explores the messy reality of navigating a world that often refuses to understand.
Since the release of Monster Truck Mondays, The Empty Threats ' impact has been celebrated with multiple wins at the South Australian Music Awards, co-signs from Rolling Stone and KEXP, community radio support and showcasing opportunities at BIGSOUND and The Great Escape.
Empties' reputation for liberating live shows, where amps are scaled, roofs climbed, and rafters swung from, has seen them tour relentlessly across Australia and internationally, including a headline show at the iconic Rough Trade East in London. Empties' ability to connect with diverse audiences via their powerful and provocative performances is evident in their impressive list of support slots, sharing the stage with everyone from indie-pop sensation BENEE to Australian rock icons Jimmy Barnes and ICEHOUSE, and captivating new audiences on festival stages at Camp A Low Hum, WOMADelaide and Yours & Owls.
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