Methyl Ethel is an Australian art rock band from

Perth Perth is the capital and largest city of the Australian state of Western Australia. It is the fourth most populous city in Australia and Oceania, with a population of 2.1 million (80% of the state) living in Greater Perth in 2020. Perth i ...

, signed to

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in 2021 and formerly to Dot Dash and

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. 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 ''

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''. ''Everything Is Forgotten'' peaked at number 16 on the ARIA charts. They have supported acts including

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. 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

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. 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

. This was followed in September with 'Matters'. In January 2022, Methyl Ethel released the single 'Proof' with

Stella Donnelly Stella Donnelly (born 10 April 1992) is a Welsh-Australian indie rock singer-songwriter and guitarist. After the success of her debut EP ''Thrush Metal'' in 2017, she signed with Secretly Canadian in 2018. She released her debut studio album ''B ...

, and announced the release of their fourth studio album, ''Are You Haunted?''. In July 2022, Methyl Ethel released the stand-alone single "Talk Louder" ahead of Splendour in the Grass appearance.

Discography

Studio albums

Extended plays

Singles

Notes

Awards and nominations

AIR Awards

The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as

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. History The inaugural 2006 awards were held at ...

) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector. , - , rowspan="2",

AIR Awards of 2018 The AIR Awards of 2018 is the twelfth annual Australian Independent Record Labels Association Music Awards (generally known as the AIR Awards) and was an award ceremony at Queen's Theatre Adelaide, Australia on Thursday 26 July 2017. In 2018, ...

, ''Everything Is Forgotten'' , Best Independent Album , , - , "Ubu" , Best Independent Single or EP , , - ,

AIR Awards of 2019 The AIR Awards of 2019 is the thirteenth annual Australian Independent Record Labels Association Music Awards (generally known as the AIR Awards) and was an award ceremony at Freemasons Hall Adelaide, Australia on Thursday 25 July 2019. The awa ...

, herself , Best Independent Artist , , -

Australian Music Prize

The

Australian Music Prize The Australian Music Prize (often shortened to 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 award was made by Australian Music Pri ...

(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. , - , 2015 , ''Oh Inhumane Spectical'' , Australian Music Prize , , - , 2019 , ''Triage'' , Australian Music Prize ,

J Award

The

J Awards 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 and which are judged by the music and on-air teams from radio stations Triple J, ...

are an annual series of Australian music awards that were established by the

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's youth-focused radio station

Triple J Triple J (stylised in all lowercase) is a government-funded, national Australian radio station intended to appeal to listeners of alternative music, which began broadcasting in January 1975. The station also places a greater emphasis on broad ...

. They commenced in 2005. , - , rowspan="2", J Awards of 2017 , ''Everything Is Forgotten'' , Australian Album of the Year , , - , 'Ubu' , Australian Video of the Year , , -

National Live Music Awards

The

National Live Music Awards The National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) are a broad recognition of Australia's diverse and successful live industry, celebrating the diversity and success of the Australian live scene – recognising the best vocal talents and musicians alongside ...

(NLMAs) are a broad recognition of Australia's diverse live industry, celebrating the success of the Australian live scene. The awards commenced in 2016. , - , rowspan="2" ,

National Live Music Awards of 2016 The National Live Music Awards of 2016 are the inaugural National Live Music Awards The National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) are a broad recognition of Australia's diverse and successful live industry, celebrating the diversity and success of ...

, rowspan="2" , Methyl Ethel , The Heatseeker Award (Best New Act) , , - , West Australian Live Voice of the Year , , - , rowspan="2" ,

National Live Music Awards of 2017 The National Live Music Awards of 2017 are the second National Live Music Awards The National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) are a broad recognition of Australia's diverse and successful live industry, celebrating the diversity and success of the ...

, rowspan="2" , Methyl Ethel , International Live Achievement (Group) , , - , Best Live Act of the Year (People's Choice) , , - ,

National Live Music Awards of 2018 The National Live Music Awards of 2018 are the third National Live Music Awards. The event took place on 6 December 2018. The event moved its gala event to Brisbane – following events in Sydney and Melbourne Melbourne ( ; Boonwurrung/ W ...

, Methyl Ethel , International Live Achievement (Band) ,

WAM Song of the Year

The

WAM Song of the Year WAM was originally formed as 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. WAM first receiv ...

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. (wins only) , - , 2014 , "Rogues" , Pop Song of the Year , , -

West Australian Music Awards

The

West Australian Music Industry Awards The Western Australian Music Industry Awards (commonly known as WAMis) are annual awards presented to the local contemporary music industry, put on by the Western Australian Music Industry Association Inc (WAM). The WAMi Awards are Western Aust ...

(WAMIs) are annual awards presented to the local contemporary music industry, put on annually by the Western Australian Music Industry Association Inc (WAM). (wins only) , - , rowspan=2, 2015 , Methyl Ethel , Best Pop Act , , - , 'Twilight Driving' , Best Single , , - , 2016 , Methyl Ethel , Best Pop Act , , - , rowspan=3, 2017 , Methyl Ethel , Best Pop Act , , - , '' Everything Is Forgotten'' , Best Album , , - , Jake Webb (Methyl Ethel) , Best Male Vocalist , , -

References

External links

Bandcamp website of Methyl Ethel

Audio Tracks by Methyl Ethel

Allmusic profile of Methyl Ethel
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