DZ Deathrays release new video before upcoming album release
Brisbane’s most boisterous musical export, DZ Deathrays, has unveiled a fresh new video in anticipation of their upcoming sixth studio album, Easing Out of Control, slated for release on January 16th. Directed by filmmaker Rhys Bennett, the video serves as a dynamic visual representation of the album’s title track, capturing the pandemonium, humor, and relentless energy that have characterized the band’s career spanning over a decade.
This latest single marks a significant milestone in the band’s journey, originating from two friends in Bundaberg who transformed house parties into career-defining moments. Now seasoned veterans of the global touring circuit, DZ Deathrays continue to uphold their unyielding musical ethos, with Easing Out of Control setting the stage for one of their most ambitious tours to date.
The visually striking video, helmed by Bennett, is quintessentially DZ Deathrays: gritty, otherworldly, and artistically captivating. While the band is often associated with tongue-in-cheek chaos in their visual presentations, this latest creation seamlessly blends humor with a sharp artistic flair. Much like their music, the video oscillates between chaotic cuts and moments of artistic clarity, embodying the band’s trademark brand of anarchy and meticulous craftsmanship. It’s a visual offering that truly embodies the essence of DZ Deathrays, serving as a fitting introduction to the impending album release.
Scheduled to drop on January 16th, Easing Out of Control signals the band’s continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of noise rock and dance-punk. Known for their adept fusion of jagged guitar riffs with infectious rhythms, DZ Deathrays’ upcoming album is poised to deliver towering choruses, powerful riffs, and pockets of atmospheric intensity, all infused with the high-voltage energy that has propelled them from humble beginnings to festival headliners worldwide.
Accompanying the album release, DZ Deathrays will embark on the Easing Out of Control Album Tour, commencing in Perth and spanning through to Sydney. The tour will showcase the band’s notorious live prowess at some of the most iconic venues across the country, promising electrifying, adrenaline-fueled performances.
Throughout their career, DZ Deathrays have established a legacy that traces back to their roots as a house-party project in Bundaberg, formed in 2008 by Shane Parsons and Simon Ridley. With a reputation for explosive live shows blending fuzz-drenched riffs and relentless rhythms, the band caught the attention of audiences early on. Their debut EP, Ruined My Life, laid the groundwork for their ascent, leading to critical acclaim with their ARIA Award-winning debut album, Bloodstreams, in 2012. Subsequent releases like Black Rat, Bloody Lovely, and Positive Rising: Parts 1 and 2, have solidified their position as torchbearers of Australia’s guitar-driven chaos scene.
From intimate house parties to international festival stages, DZ Deathrays’ evolution into a trio with the addition of Lachlan Ewbank has allowed them to explore new sonic territories while staying true to their core identity of noise, sweat, and irreverent fun. As the band prepares for the release of Easing Out of Control, it’s evident that their enduring commitment to innovation and sonic exploration ensures that DZ Deathrays’ legacy continues to thrive.