Methyl Ethel
Methyl Ethel is an Australian art rock band from Perth, signed to Future Classic in 2021 and formerly to Dot Dash and 4AD. The band consists of Jake Webb, Thom Stewart, Chris Wright, Jacob Diamond, and Lyndon Blue. Webb previously fronted Sugarpuss. Career. 2013–2020. In March 2013, Methyl Ethel released their debut expended play, "Guts" which was followed in November 2013 with "Teeth". Lulu Ray from HappyMag said "Guts" is "very vocal heavy and the lyrics describe the suburban youth condition we can all relate to" whereas "Teeth" is "pretty different" and "Webb's voice is cool, calm  and collected". In June 2015, Methyl Ethel released their debut studio album "Oh Inhuman Spectacle". In March 2017, Methyl Ethel released their second album "Everything Is Forgotten" (co-produced by James Ford who is best known for his work with Arctic Monkeys and Foals) to positive reviews from publications including "NME". "Everything Is Forgotten" peaked at number 16 on the ARIA charts. They have supported acts including Pond. In April 2017, the group released a limited edition double-A sided 12" LP single of "Architecture Lecture"/"Lagotto Romagnolo" from their debut extended plays for Record Store Day. On 26 September 2018 , the band released the track "Scream Whole", their first new music in over a year as well as announcing some international tour dates. In February 2019, Methyl Ethel released their third studio album "Triage". It peaked at number 11 on the ARIA Charts. In February 2020, Methyl Ethel release "Majestic AF", the lead single from their forthcoming EP, "Hurts to Laugh", which was released on 10 April 2020. The EP is made up of songs which did not make the cut for "Triage". 2021–present: Future Classic and "Are You Haunted?". In April 2021, Methyl Ethel released "Neon Cheap", the  first single on new label Future Classic. This was followed in September with "Matters". In January 2022, Methyl Ethel released the single "Proof" with Stella Donnelly, and announced the release of their fourth studio album, "Are You Haunted?". Discography. Singles. Notes 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. Australian Music Prize. The Australian Music Prize (the AMP) is an annual award of $30,000 given to an Australian band or solo artist in  recognition of the merit of an album released during the year of award. The commenced in 2005. J Award. The J Awards are an annual series of Australian music awards that were established by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's youth-focused radio station Triple J. They commenced in 2005. National Live Music Awards. The National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) are a broad recognition of Australia's diverse live industry, celebrating the success of the Australian live scene. The awards commenced in 2016. WAM Song of the Year. The WAM Song of the Year was formed by the Western Australian Rock  Music Industry Association Inc. (WARMIA) in 1985, with its main aim to develop and run annual awards recognising achievements within the music industry in Western Australia. West Australian Music Awards. The West Australian Music Industry Awards (WAMIs) are annual awards presented to the local contemporary music industry, put on annually by the Western Australian Music Industry Association Inc (WAM).