Album out now via Cheersquad Records & Tapes.
Acclaimed musician and songwriter Davey Lane has today released his long-awaited fourth solo album, Finally, A Party Record. Carving out its place as one of the year’s essential listens, this eclectic, deeply crafted record is all swagger, hooks, and heart – with rich emotional undercurrents beneath the glitter.
Of the record’s title, Davey says: “The title’s pretty clearly ironic. It presented itself as a bit of a gag on the thematic tone of the record. While it’s up-tempo musically, for the most part it’s a bit of a bummer trip, maaan.”
The underlying themes of the album delve into trauma and heartbreak, but Lane delivers them by marrying emotional depth with a vibrant, hook-heavy, late-70s LA sound. Co-produced by Davey and Rob Muinos (Julia Jacklin, Didirri, Rowena Wise, Sasquatch), the record features singles God, I’m Fcked Up Over You, and Over, Over & Out – the latter currently on high rotation on Double J.
Also joining the party are Nitida Atkinson, who lends lead vocals on the opener (An Absent Lover), with backing vocals throughout the record from the likes of Phil Jamieson (Flippant Words), Angus Leslie (Not Expecting To Fly), Loretta Miller(Not Expecting To Fly, Flippant Words, Remedies), Gem Choir (If It Can Rain, It’ll Rain), and even a scream from Kram on Remedies.
Adding to the sonic palette are touches of horns, marimbas, pedal steel, double bass, and a Mellotron — all in service of Lane’s technicolour take on melancholy funk/pop.
Finally, A Party Record. is out now via Cheersquad Records & Tapes.
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To celebrate the release of the album, Davey Lane and band will hit the East Coast to officially launch the record this month.
Don’t miss.
DAVEY LANE – FINALLY, A PARTY TOUR
TICKETS ON SALE NOW – AVAILABLE HERE
THURSDAY AUGUST 28
John Curtin Hotel, Melbourne
FRIDAY AUGUST 29
The Chippo Hotel, Sydney
SATURDAY AUGUST 30
The Outpost Bar, Brisbane
ABOUT DAVEY LANE
Davey Lane is renowned for his iconic guitar work with the legendary Australian rock band You Am I, and a successful solo career, which includes three acclaimed studio albums and now, Finally, A Party Record.
As one of the most sought-after musicians in today’s music scene, this gun-for-hire has shared the stage and collaborated with notable artists such as Crowded House, Todd Rundgren, Robyn Hitchcock, Jimmy Barnes, Masters’ Apprentices, The Saints and many others.
Check out my INTERVIEW with Davey
