Dateline reveal punchy new single 'Meltdown'🎸
Introducing: Dateline
& new single Meltdown
Today, New Zealand born and based alt-indie band Dateline revealed their brand new single ‘Meltdown’, serving fans with an enticing teaser ahead of their UK tour later this year.
Meltdown was recorded on Karangahape road, in Auckland at Jon Pearce (The Beths) studio. Recorded by Jon Pearce & MIchael Howell. Produced and mixed by Pip Brown AKA Ladyhawke and Mastered by Tom Healy.
Listen to Meltdown on Bandcamp HERE
(Meltdown will be available on all other DSPs June 5th)
Honest and punchy, ‘Meltdown’ emerges from the beautifully chaotic and conflicting reality of being a mother. Through building guitars and cathartic percussion, Katie Everingham’s effortless vocals capture the complete upheaval that occurs the moment you decide to bring a new life into the world. Sharing more, Katie explained: “Not a day goes by where I am not so grateful for my daughter and so aware of how lucky I am to be her mum; however , in the last 4 years I have also experienced some really significant personal challenges that arose from parenting. There is immense pressure to get it right and this little person exists who knows exactly how to push your buttons and the combination lead me to some pretty tricky places from a mental health
perspective. I wouldn't have things any other way but trying to be a good parent really does impact and change everything.”
Today’s new single follows the recent news of a return to the UK. Last year Dateline were invited to join beloved fellow Kiwi band The Beths on their 24-date tour across the UK and Europe. This saw Dateline firmly establish themselves as a band to watch, making bold strides towards global recognition. This autumn will see them embark on their own UK tour, - see the dates and get your tickets HERE.
Dateline has been making waves since they launched in 2017. Fronted and founded by Katie Everingham, the band has taken on many forms since launching but its trajectory has only continued upward following Everingham’s move to Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington. Working with trusted collaborators including band mate Reuben McDonald, Dateline has cultivated an impressive reputation. With two critically acclaimed albums already out in the wild, their impressive sound has not gone unnoticed, seeing them sell out shows across NZ and scoop acclaim from the likes of Rolling Stone, Under The Radar NZ, Loud Women and more. They have also been a finalist for the Silver Scroll Award.
‘Meltdown’ marks a new chapter for Dateline and one sees them collaborate with esteemed singer-songwriter Ladyhawke who produced both this and upcoming releases. Sharing more, Katie said: “From a production standpoint she brings amazing ideas to the songs that would never occur to me to try out or include. It has meant branching out slightly from almost straightforward grunge/rock songs but I feel like everything she does adds so much magic. I couldn't be more excited about the stuff we are working on.”
As Everingham continues to refine and evolve her artistry through this new material, her fervent, vulnerable, and insightful storytelling shines through.
Gig-goers can expect purring guitars, raw emotion, unforgettable humour, and effortless showmanship. See the full tour dates below and where to stay in the loop with your new favourite band;
Instagram / YouTube / Bandcamp
30th September - Puzzle Hall Inn, Sowerby Bridge,
2nd October - Gulliver’s Manchester
3rd October - Edinburgh Indiepop Alldayer
4th October - Central Bar, New Castle
7th October - Santiago Bar, Leeds
8th October - The Prince Albert, Brighton
9th October - The Waiting Room, London
10th October - Exchange, Bristol
Photo credit: Kate Glasson
