Royel Otis have rapidly become musical royalty not only in their home Australia but globally, and we have been keenly following their ascendancy since their debut single back in 2021. And it is easy to see why they have rapidly risen to the top like cream: they have released a series of luscious, quirky hyperkinetic …

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On Friday night, Royel Otis, the Australian guitar-pop sensation, cast a spell over Liberty Hall in Eora/Sydney with a swirling cloud of blue smoke and a dynamic indie-rock showcase. The sold-out crowd was treated to a performance that seemingly etched itself into their hearts, leaving a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to witness the …

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We here at the antipodean outpost of Backseat Mafia have followed Royel Otis (consisting of members Otis Pavlovic and Royel Maddell) ever since hearing their single ‘Oysters In My Pocket’ back in 2021 with great fascination. This single has been followed by a series of indelible releases that have cemented their place in indie pop royalty. Undoubtedly …

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The indefatigable Royel Otis are continuing their rapid ascent into the firmament with their new single ‘Heading For The Door’ and news of a massive Australian, US and EU tour. All this will be bolstered by their forthcoming album ‘Pratts & Pain’, being released through OURNESS on 16 February 2024 We here at the antipodean …

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Given their tasty single ‘Oysters In My Pocket’ (see my review here), the irrepressible duo from Sydney, Royel Otis, (Otis Pavlovic and Royel Maddell) continue with their whacky food obsession with their new single ‘Fried Rice’, as they announce a tour and the release of their debut album ‘Pratts & Pain’ through Ourness. ‘Fried Rice’ …

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With a refrain that sings out you’re so fucking gorgeous with an impish, exultant delight, the new single ‘Sofa King’ from Sydney duo Royel Otis is utterly enchanting. The rambling refrain and the floating melodies mark out something that is euphoric and joyous with a raffish demanour and a thread of melancholy desire. The lyrics …

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With the joyous swagger of unruly schoolboys and a barely repressed incandescent sense of joy, the new single ‘Oysters in My Pocket’ from Sydney duo Royel Otis is like an intravenous shot of pure happiness. Think of an antipodean Supergrass. There’s shouty, rowdy delivery skipping over a riffy layering of guitars and a whole heap …

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The annual Party in the Paddock Festival in lutruwita/Tasmania has announced the most extraordinary line up for 2024 – and this is just the first round. While the international guest list is impressive, what I find most exciting is the number of local acts that have been drafted in (many of who we have covered …

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With the band EP ‘Not Until Tomorrow Night’ out now, Backseat Mafia found out a little bit more about the up and commers. Give us a potted history of NOISE NOISE began with two young brothers, Luke Doleman (rhythm guitar and vocals) and Evan Doleman (drums and backing vocals) jamming The Smashing Pumpkins in their …

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