Founded: 2010
Location: Australia
The Paper Kites are an Australian indie rock/folk rock band from Melbourne. The band was formed in 2009 by lead vocalist/guitarist Sam Bentley and keyboardist/guitarist Christina Lacy. As of 2024, they have released five studio albums and two EPs. Their latest, At the Roadhouse, came out on 1 September 2023.
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The Paper Kites released their new album, 'At The Roadhouse' today. Vocalist and guitarist Sam Bentley has taken us track-by-track behind the record.
"It’s hard to believe that these places, that were the absolute beating heart of Melbourne and Australia’s vital music industry, are now just relegated to fading memories."
The brainchild of Chugg Music and Select Music launches with a stunning roster of 19 heavyweight names.
The Paper Kites became an eight-piece during the recording of 'At The Roadhouse'.
Hitting the road in August, with their new album dropping today.
"While The Paper Kites are mesmerising overall, their songs only occasionally reach amazing heights."
Kicking off in March.
The Paper Kites recently achieved Gold status in the US with their single 'Bloom'. When Bryget Chrisfield checks in with frontman Sam Bentley she learns he "brewed up a lot of the direction" for the band's latest pair of companion-piece albums while working late shifts in a cinema.
"'On The Corner Where You Live' is devastating, captivating and damn right brilliant."
Get excited for their new album.