Pacific Avenue are an Australian alternative rock group formed in 2017 and consisting of Harry O’Brien on vocals and guitar, Ben Fryer on lead guitar, Jack Kay on bass and vocals, and Dom Littrich on drums.[1][2] They have supported acts such as San Cisco, the Belligerents and British India[2] and released their debut album in May 2023.
History
2017–2021: Formation and Strawberry Skies
Pacific Avenue released their debut single "In Your Arms" in May 2017, followed by "Sally" in early 2018[2] and "Excuse Me" in October 2018.[3]
On 16 August 2019, the group released their debut EP, Strawberry Skies with the group saying "The collection of songs on this EP were written at a time where we were all living together in a little beach shack in Woonona. This was our first time out of home and we were all experiencing the surreal and wonderful feeling of absolute freedom. During this time strong relationships were made, parties were frequent, and we were starting to understand ourselves individually. The songs on the EP encapsulate this feeling and tell of the story's and emotions which come with the freedom of youth."[4] The EP was produced by Adrian Breakespear[5] and was supported with a national tour.[4]
2022–present: Flowers
In April 2022, it was announced the group had signed with BMG.[5]
The group released their debut studio album Flowers on 5 May 2023.[6] The album was preceded by the singles "Easy Love", "Give It Up for Yourself", "Leaving for London" and "Spin Me Like Your Records".[6]
On 15 November 2024, the group released "Lucy", the first single since Flowers.[7]
Members
- Harry O'Brien – vocals, guitar
- Ben Fryer – lead guitar
- Jack Kay – bass guitar, vocals
- Dom Littrich – drums, vocals[2][5]
Discography
Albums
| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions |
|---|---|---|
| AUS [8] | ||
| Flowers |
|
3 |
Extended plays
| Title | EP details |
|---|---|
| Strawberry Skies |
|
Certified songs
| Title | Year | Certifications | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Something Good" | 2019 |
|
Strawberry Skies |
Awards and nominations
AIR Awards
The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as AIR Awards) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Pacific Avenue | Breakthrough Independent Artist of the Year | Nominated | [10] |
| Flowers | Best Independent Rock Album or EP | Nominated |
ARIA Music Awards
The ARIA Music Awards is an annual award ceremony event celebrating the Australian music industry.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Flowers | Michael Gudinski Breakthrough Artist | Nominated | [11] |
| Best Rock Album | Nominated |
References
- ^ a b "Pacific Avenue Unearthed". Triple J. Retrieved 10 May 2023.
- ^ a b c d "Fall into a lover's daydream with Pacific Avenue's lush new video Sally". Happy Mag. March 2018. Retrieved 10 May 2023.
- ^ "Meet indie-rock four-piece Pacific Avenue and their riff-fuelled new single, Excuse Me". Pilerats. 2018. Retrieved 8 May 2023.
- ^ a b c "Premiere: Pacific Avenue Bring The Energy On Debut EP Strawberry Skies". 15 August 2019. Retrieved 10 May 2023.
- ^ a b c Lars Brandle (April 2022). "BMG Signs Pacific Avenue (Exclusive)". The Music Network. Retrieved 10 May 2023.
- ^ a b c "Pacific Avenue Announce National Tour Behind Debut Album 'Flowers'". Music Feeds. 21 April 2023. Retrieved 10 May 2023.
- ^ "Pacific Avenue Return With Romantic New Summer Anthem 'Lucy'". Music Feeds. 15 November 2024. Retrieved 17 November 2024.
- ^ "ARIA Top 50 Albums Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. 15 May 2023. Retrieved 12 May 2023.
- ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2025 Singles" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
- ^ "2024 AIR Awards Nominees: Genesis Owusu, Cub Sport, RVG, Teen Jesus & More". The Music. 14 May 2024. Retrieved 16 May 2024.
- ^ "Nominees Announced for 2023 ARIA Awards". Music Feeds. 21 September 2023. Retrieved 23 September 2023.
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