The band's eight-date tour of Australia is in support of their newest track.
Denver, Colorado’s indie-rock sensation Mainland Break is crossing oceans to embark on their debut Australian Tour, gracing our shores with their bittersweet jangle pop vibes. They’ll be heading to local spots Geelong and Melbourne, as well as venues in New South Wales and Queensland.
The band’s latest single, ‘Promises,’ serves as both a teaser for the upcoming tour and a testament to their musical prowess.
Mainland Break Australian Tour 2024
Thursday, 8th of February – The Barwon Club- Geelong, VIC w/ Paraguay, Winksy
Friday, 9th of February – The Gasometer Hotel – Melbourne, VIC w/ Hot Glue, Jacqui Lumsden
Saturday, 10th of February – Tanswell’s Hotel – Melbourne, VIC w/ Hot Glue
Sunday 11th of February – The Servo – Port Kembla, NSW w/ Scared Of Sharks, Misso
Thursday, 15th of February – OAF Gallery – Sydney, NSW w/ Civic Video, Camino Gold, The Causeway
Friday, 16th of February – Lass O’Gowrie – Newcastle, NSW w/ Camino Gold, Lucky Day
Saturday, 17th of February – tba, Port Macquarie NSW supporting Sesame Girl w/ Archie
Sunday, 18th of February – The Bearded Lady – Brisbane , QLD w/ Terra Pines, Sectionals
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“A lot of our musical influences and idols come from Australia and we’re excited to perform in the same communities of which those bands are a part. We are a band from the middle of the US, trying to capture a sunny, surfy, coastal sound so we wanted to celebrate our new release in a place that has all of those qualities. We’re looking forward to performing, meeting people, and getting a taste of Australian culture.”
Following the success of their debut LP, One Way Ticket To Midnight, released in July 2023, Mainland Break has dropped another gem with ‘Promises.’ The track, exploring the aftermath of a relationship, weaves a tapestry of contemplative vocals, a Joy Division-esque bass line, and shimmering guitar leads that build to a cathartic crescendo.
Recorded by Mark Anderson at Cowboy Cowabunga Recordings in Colorado (known for his work with John Oates and Nathaniel Rateliff), mixed by Joey Oaxaca (whose credits include White Reaper and Starchild), and mastered by Dave Cooley for Elysian Masters (notable for his work with DIIV and M83), ‘Promises’ exudes a level of production sophistication that matches its musical depth. Originally recorded during the One Way Ticket To Midnight sessions, the band decided it deserved a solo release due to its unique tone.
As the Australian indie scene continues to thrive with bands like Floodlights, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, and RVG, Mainland Break finds themselves drawn to the vibrant atmosphere Down Under. ‘Promises’ brings a blend of post-punk and pub-rock sounds that resonate with the Melbourne indie scene.
The band, admirers of the Australian musical landscape, is eager to immerse themselves in the culture they’ve long admired from afar during their 8-date tour in February 2024.
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