The 2025 single "Forecast" finds Shepparton Airplane experimenting with a sparser, synth-driven sound, a notable departure from their established guitar-centric post-punk. This track showcases a willingness to evolve, incorporating electronic elements while retaining their signature cool delivery.
- "Forecast" was released on May 27, 2025, by the independent label Wing Sing Records. The single features two tracks, with the A-side "Forecast" and the B-side "Static Bloom." This release marked a shift in the band's sonic palette, incorporating more prominent synthesizers and electronic rhythms.
- The single was recorded in Melbourne with producer Anya Sharma, known for her work with various electronic and indie acts. Sharma encouraged the band to push their sound into more experimental territory.
- Upon release, "Forecast" received moderate attention in underground music circles, with critics noting its ambitious production and departure from the band's earlier work. The single did not chart on major music industry charts.
Shepparton Airplane is a post-punk band from Melbourne, Australia, known for their angular guitars and detached vocal style. This 2025 single "Forecast" arrived as the band was exploring a more synthesized sound, moving away from their earlier rock leanings.
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