Shaky Stills bring their signature tight sound and three part vocal harmonies to their latest single 'Ditty of Sobriety'.
Known for their tight instrumental arrangements, vocal harmonies and no-nonsense country sound, Shaky Stills bring a uniquely Australian edge to the genres of country western, tex mex, trucker and western swing.
Full of infectiously toe-tapping guitar riffs undercut by the eerie wail of pedal steel guitar that brings a classic country flavour to the track, their latest single ‘Ditty of Sobriety’ is reminiscent of the roots-oriented sound of melancholy Americana. Written as as an answer to their song ‘Alone’ off their 2017 album Genuine, ‘Ditty of Sobriety’ is inspired by the electricity of atmosphere as well as the assertion that “nobody wants to be alone”. The single was released today, August 25, ahead of their upcoming free gig at Merri Creek Tavern on August 26.
What you need to know
- Melbourne’s own western country and swing band Shaky Stills have released their latest single ‘Ditty of Sobriety’
- Written as a response to their song ‘Alone’, it’s a tight and honest track about the pitfalls of isolation
- They’re playing a free gig as a three piece at the Merri Creek Tavern on August 26
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If you can’t make that gig, not to worry – they’re also playing as the full five piece band at The Gem Bar on September 10, at The Woodlands Hotel on September 18, Rainbow Fitzroy on October 8 and The Bridge Hotel on October 23.
‘Ditty of Sobriety’ was written, recorded by Ed Bates, Tom Rodd, Matt Rodd and Patrick Carr, with Scott Bennett on the drums. It was mastered by Matt Rodd at Maivary Lane Studios, and the album’s cover art is by Kate Reid.
‘Ditty of Sobriety’ is out now. Give it a listen by heading here.
