Southern River Band Release New Anthem ‘F**k You, Pay Me’ Before Their Busiest Year!
the Aussie rock scene and following in the footsteps of Amyl and The Sniffers and The Chats before them – the band, comprising members Dan Carroll, Cal Kramer, Tyler Michie, and Pat Smith, has gained recognition as the Aussie equivalent of The Darkness. Their frontman Justin Hawkins himself has praised them, leading to a support slot on their last tour in the country.
This acclaim has not only helped raise their profile nationwide but has also opened up opportunities for the band to perform at renowned UK and European festivals, including Hellfest in France, Resurrection Fest in Spain, Copenhell in Denmark, and the prestigious Download Festival UK in June. But before embarking on this overseas adventure, The Southern River Band has treated fans to a new single titled ‘F**k You, Pay Me’. This track is a no-holds-barred demand for fair compensation for services rendered, with energetic riffs and Cal’s distinctive Aussie pub rock vocals making it a potential anthem for freelancers and laborers alike.
Lead vocalist Cal describes the motivation behind the song, stating, “This song is for everyone who has ever been stiffed, ripped off, bullshitted, or flat out not received what they were promised. To the guilty parties – F**k You, Pay Me.” To mark the release of this new track, the band is set to embark on an Australian tour in May, crisscrossing the country before heading off to perform at the aforementioned festivals in the UK and Europe. Fans are encouraged to give the song a listen, belt out their own rendition, and perhaps subtly hint at its message by sharing the video with tardy payroll departments.
The Southern River Band’s ‘F**k You, Pay Me’ Australian tour kicks off on May 9 at Crowbar in Brisbane, followed by shows in Sydney, Hobart, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth. The band’s European and UK festival circuit includes performances at Rock For People in the Czech Republic, Download Festival UK, Copenhell in Copenhagen, Hellfest in France, and Resurrection Fest in Spain in June. Fans can purchase tickets for these shows and catch The Southern River Band live in action.
This energetic group from Western Australia is proving that distance is no barrier to making noise and gaining recognition in the competitive music industry. Drawing inspiration from the likes of The Chats and Amyl and The Sniffers, The Southern River Band is carving out its own path with a blend of pub rock and punk vibes that resonate with audiences worldwide. As they gear up for their busiest year yet, fans and music enthusiasts alike can look forward to experiencing the electrifying energy and unapologetic attitude that define The Southern River Band’s unique sound.