Oscar the Wild isn't a band that shies away from a challenge. After tearing up 2023 with a debut EP and a string of high-profile gigs, the Kaurna/Adelaide four-piece is back, and they're not pulling any punches.
'Roll With The Punches' is a raw, unflinching look at the epidemic of violence against women. Ruby's vocals cut through the noise like a siren, her voice both a lament and a call to arms. The chorus is a stark reminder of the cyclical nature of these tragedies; a collective sigh of frustration that echoes long after the music fades.
As Ruby explains, the song was inspired by the Bondi Junction attack and the media's fleeting attention to the issue of violence against women. It's a song about feeling trapped, about the fear that lingers in the back of your mind every time you leave the house.
The accompanying music video, directed by Jon Luc D'Lima, is equally unsettling. It follows Ruby on a seemingly mundane jog that takes a sinister turn as darkness falls. It's a chilling reminder of the vulnerability that women face every day.
Produced by Rhys Williams, who also helmed their debut EP 'She'll Be Right', 'Roll With The Punches' is another triumph for Oscar the Wild. The band's signature blend of indie-grunge is as potent as ever, with soaring harmonies and driving rhythms that will leave you breathless.
If you've been following Oscar the Wild's meteoric rise, 'Roll With The Punches' is a must-listen. It's a song that will stay with you long after the final chord rings out, a powerful reminder that we still have a long way to go in the fight for equality.
Oscar the Wild is hitting the road this October to launch 'Roll With The Punches', so grab your tickets and prepare to be blown away. This is a band that's only getting started, and they're ready to take the world by storm.
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