Courtney Barnett drops new single ‘Stay In Your Lane’ and headlines Triple J’s 50th …

Australian singer-songwriter and guitarist, Courtney Barnett, has made a triumphant return with her latest single “Stay In Your Lane,” released under Fiction Records. This new track signifies a fresh chapter in Barnett’s career, known for her incisive observations and dry humor that have reshaped the landscape of modern indie rock in recent years.

“Stay In Your Lane” follows Barnett’s 2021 album “Things Take Time, Take Time” and her instrumental album “End Of The Day” from 2023, which served as the score for the acclaimed documentary “Anonymous Club.” The single showcases Barnett’s signature style, combining gritty guitar work with poignant lyrics that delve into themes of personal introspection and frustration, delivered with her trademark wit and edge.

In the song, Barnett sings, “Gotta get this off my chest, this never would’ve happened if I stayed in my lane, stayed the same way.” This line serves as a declaration of her artistic growth since her emergence on Melbourne’s indie scene over a decade ago. The accompanying music video for “Stay In Your Lane,” directed by filmmaker Alex Ross Perry, captures the raw energy of Barnett’s performance, blending elements of discomfort and surrealism in true Perry fashion.

Fans can catch Barnett’s live performance of “Stay In Your Lane” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on October 22, marking her return to US television after a hiatus of several years. Additionally, Australian audiences can look forward to seeing her headline Triple J’s 50th Anniversary Show in Hobart on November 15, where she will be joined by musicians such as Luca Brasi, Emily Wurramara, and Gordon’s Grandson for what is sure to be a memorable event at the Odeon Theatre.

Born in Sydney in 1987, Courtney Melba Barnett grew up on the Northern Beaches before relocating to Hobart during her teenage years. Inspired by her middle name, a tribute to Dame Nellie Melba, Barnett has emerged as a prominent figure in Australia’s cultural landscape. After studying at the Tasmanian School of Art, she made her way to Melbourne, where she immersed herself in the vibrant live music scene, playing in local bands like Rapid Transit and Immigrant Union.

Establishing her own label, Milk! Records, in 2012, Barnett gained a cult following with her debut EP “I’ve Got A Friend Called Emily Ferris.” International acclaim soon followed with the release of “The Double EP: A Sea Of Split Peas” in 2013, featuring the breakout single “Avant Gardener.” Her debut album “Sometimes I Sit And Think, And Sometimes I Just Sit” in 2015 propelled her to global recognition, earning her four ARIA Awards and a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist.

Over the years, Barnett has continued to evolve her sound, collaborating with artists like Kurt Vile on “Lotta Sea Lice” in 2017 and releasing solo albums like “Tell Me How You Really Feel” in 2018 and “Things Take Time, Take Time” in 2021. Her instrumental album “End Of The Day” marked the end of an era for Milk! Records, the label she co-founded with Jen Cloher, as it concluded operations after twelve years.

With a rich musical legacy and a knack for blending introspection with humor, Courtney Barnett’s latest single “Stay In Your Lane” showcases her growth as an artist while staying true to her distinctive style. Fans can expect to see more of her bold and thoughtful work in the years to come.