The debut album is a tricky beast. For many artists, it’s the culmination of years of work and a chance to make a definitive statement. For Australia’s Kristina Wilson, her first full-length effort, ‘Dating Broken Boys’, is exactly that and so much more. Set for release on the 4th of October 2025, the record is a masterclass in turning personal hardship into art, cementing her place as a fresh, vital voice in the indie scene.
Written in the solitude of a tiny Forestville studio, the album began as a deeply personal outlet for Wilson to process a life-altering breakup. But as she dug deeper into her own story, she found a common thread of experience connecting her to others. “While writing the album, I would be on my phone or chat to an old friend or a stranger, and it felt like stories with similar threads were finding me,” she says. This realisation is the album’s emotional core, transforming it from a simple breakup record into a raw and compelling exploration of modern relationships and the messy process of reclaiming yourself.
To celebrate the upcoming release of the album, Kristina has shared a surprise new single, ‘Let The Boy Go’. A track that doubles as the opening track from the album, ‘Let The Boy Go’ is a tender and beautiful release, offering a rustic acoustic sound that sets the stage for Kristina’s stunning vocals. Haunting, graceful, and poignant, she captures a heartbreaking and fragile sound that will have you enchanted.
As the single progresses, it builds into a warm and luscious sound, bolstered incredibly by shining strings, rising, textured tones, and a gorgeous cascading melody. It’s a lovely introduction to the album, offering a glimpse of what we can all expect from ‘Dating Broken Boys’.
Alongside collaborators Ethan Saunders and Ian Mehrle, Kristina has crafted a sound that is both intimate and expansive. The indie-pop arrangements are a delicate balancing act, blending the raw vulnerability of Phoebe Bridgers with the warm, storytelling sensibility of Julia Jacklin and the infectious energy of HAIM. From the opening track to the final note, Wilson’s honest lyricism shines through, inviting listeners into her world with an almost disarming sincerity.
Available on all major streaming platforms on the 4th of October, this record is a must-listen for anyone who has ever had to pick up the pieces and start anew. You can stream her new single above, and be sure to stay in touch with Kristina on Instagram and TikTok.
