Loon Lake On Fire

Loon Lake are a Melbourne-based garage rock band consisting of three brothers and their two mates. Their single "Cherry Lips" finished at #29 (smack bang between Bat for Lashes and Django Django) in the 2012 edition of Triple J's Hottest 100, and they've gained a significant following locally, having sold out numerous shows around the country. Now they're taking their music to the rest of the world, with two tracks now available for a free download in anticipation of their upcoming debut album release.

"On Fire" is a track full of drive and energy; their music has always had a certain bravado, and this one if full of it. From the howling vocals, the ripping guitar riffs, and the pounding percussion, this is a band dripping with classic rock influences. What's surprising is the short, almost delicate, interlude towards the end, before they finish off the frantic track as it began. Sitting here listening to their SoundCloud, I'm immediately surprised at how many of their songs have been stuck in my head at one time or another - they're just that catchy.

Keep an eye out later in the year for the album release, but in the meantime, visit their SoundCloud!