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There’s no stopping IVY!

The Dunedin rockers have been taking the country by storm with their unique blend of 90s alt-rock, post-grunge, shoegaze and post-punk – a sound that shines bright on their latest single, ‘Tall Grass’ out today.

Following the recent release of the single ‘Loon’ – the band’s ‘love-hate’ letter to Dunedin, ‘Tall Grass’ also takes its inspiration from their hometown.

“It’s a similar song to ‘Loon’, but less about the individuals of Dunedin and more about the aesthetic of the place. It’s inspired by the likes of ‘Skins’, it’s an abstract portrayal of raw, gritty themes set against a familiar, everyday backdrop.”

‘Tall Grass’ holds your attention with a steady rhythm, spacious guitars, and vocals that carry a sense of restraint. The frustration under the surface is palpable.

“It’s dark and beautiful all at the same time. The weather is harsh and exposing, which allows you to be creative, but it can have a negative effect. Simply the equilibrium of something beautiful.”

Both ‘Loon’ and ‘Tall Grass’ feature on IVY’s upcoming debut album HUSH which is out on Friday September 12.

To celebrate the milestone, IVY will be taking their distinctive blend of alt-rock, post-grunge, post-punk and shoegaze to the people of Aotearoa on their first nationwide headline tour, kicking off in Dunedin at Pearl Diver on October 3 and then an all ages show at Pearl Diver on October 5; then Wellington at Meow on October 9, Auckland at Double Whammy on October 11, finishing up in Christchurch at Wunderbar on October 17.

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IVY will also perform at this year’s Going Global in Auckland on Thursday August 28, a conference attended by industry leaders from around the world and a festival, with a line-up that includes some of the hottest new names in Aotearoa music.

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