Following a breakout 2025 that saw them dominate stages across the country, Adelaide’s Molly Rocket have officially opened a sophisticated new chapter with the release of their highly anticipated EP, 'The Dogs Are Barking'. This latest body of work isn't just a collection of songs; it’s a vivid snapshot of a band evolving in real-time, trading some of their adolescent fuzz for a more seasoned, atmospheric punch.
At the heart of the release is the lead single, ‘Another Year’, a track that perfectly encapsulates the quartet's knack for blending heavy themes with infectious melodies. It’s a song that pulls you into a specific, slightly uncomfortable headspace, balancing raw rock energy with shimmeringly sharp pop hooks.
The EP was brought to life at Wrangler Studios in Melbourne, where the band collaborated with Tim Maxwell (LOSER). This partnership has yielded a sound that feels both expansive and intimate, born from a year-long writing process that allowed the band to dig deeper into the complexities of their own lives.
Speaking candidly, they shared, “In those early stages it was really only melodies and chord progressions taking shape. Over the months that followed, those sketches slowly turned into something that felt like ours. Lyrically, we leaned into a more poetic approach than we ever had before, focusing on how certain words or phrases made us feel and trusting that those feelings might land with other people too."
Across the five tracks, including the standout previously released singles ‘Breathing Lead’ and ‘When He Walks Around’, there is a palpable sense of unity. The band worked to ensure every member’s contribution was essential to the final puzzle.
“Across The Dogs Are Barking, the lyrics reflect a lot of uncertainty and the worry that comes with it. That was heavily influenced by the wider challenges happening around us while we were writing. Even so, there are small moments of optimism woven throughout the EP, little flashes of light cutting through all that uncertainty. The songs came together through collaboration. As a band we reworked structures, tempos, rhythms and overall atmosphere until everything felt right. We shaped each song around everyone’s strengths, so that in the end each of us filled a piece of the puzzle and the EP felt complete.”
You can stream 'The Dogs Are Barking' on all major platforms now. To keep up with their upcoming tour dates and studio antics, make sure to follow Molly Rocket on Instagram, Facebook, and X.
