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“Ruin & Repair” – The Audreys

It’s been 11 long years since The Audreys’ released their fourth album ‘Til My Tears Roll Away. After the death of founding member and guitarist Tristan Goodall in 2022, many wondered whether that album would be their last. But now the patience of fans has been rewarded with a beautiful new album, Ruin & Repair.

This release builds on the promise of two stellar singles, “Second Hand Boots” and “Beatles V Stones.” Both songs tell the story of love stories that are as flawed as they are important, destined to end but life-changing while they last. There are many more songs of imperfect love here. “Subterranean,” with its evocative lyrics painting the picture of an all-consuming relationship, drew me in. “Sober” is also stunning, a heartbreaking ballad that charts how an overreliance on alcohol can undermine a connection. Songs like “Beyond Compare” and “Norfolk Island Pine” bring some balance with their stories of love that feels healthier and steadier, at least for a while.

The Audreys excel at creating delicate folk songs, but this album sees them taking a few risks too. “To Want To Be Loved” shows an irresistible rock edge that reminds me of The Cranberries or Cowboy Junkies. “Seen The Last of You” is a simmering, sultry blues number bound to get underneath your skin.

No matter the genre, Taasha Coates voice anchors this music. It’s so warm and compelling, the perfect foil for the uber-talented musicians she surrounds herself with.

The release of Ruin & Repair marks the start of a new chapter for The Audreys. While this band will be forever changed by the loss of Tristan, this album shows they’re still a creative force capable of releasing some beautiful music. Take the time to get to know it this weekend, then make sure you get your tickets for one of their upcoming shows.

28 March 2025 – Lyrics Underground, Boorloo/Perth (18+)
29 March 2025 – Mojos, Walyalup/Fremantle (18+)
4 April 2025 – Imperial Hotel, Ngumundi/Eumundi (18+)
5 April 2025 – Old Museum (Studio), Meeanjin/Brisbane (18+)
6 April 2025 – Wallaby Hotel, Yugambeh Country/Gold Coast (18+)
10 April 2025 – Camelot Lounge, Eora/Sydney (18+)
11 April 2025 – Street Theatre, Ngambri/Canberra (18+)
12 April 2025 – Milton Theatre, Yuin Country/Milton (18+)
13 April 2025 – Avoca Theatre, Darkinjung Country/Avoca Beach (ALL AGES)
24 April 2025 – Sooki Lounge, Wurundjeri Country/Belgrave (18+)
25 April 2025 – Brunswick Ballroom, Bulleke-bek /Brunswick (18+)
26 April 2025 – Memo Music Hall, Euro Yuroke/St Kilda (18+)
16 May 2025 – Quirkz, Wonnarua Country/Abermain (18+)
17 May 2025 – Brass Monkey, Kurranulla/Cronulla (18+)
18 May 2025 – Heritage Hotel, Wodi Wodi Country/Bulli (18+)
22 May 2025 – The Royal Oak, Letteremairrener Country/Launceston (18+)
23 May 2025 – Mount Gnomon Farm, Larapuna/Penguin (ALL AGES)
24 May 2025 – Craigie Knowe Vineyard, Palawa Country/Cranbrook (18+)
25 May 2025 – Republic Bar, Nipaluna/Hobart (18+)
7 June 2025 – The Gov, Tarntanya/Adelaide (18+)
29 August 2025 – Gympie Muster, Gimpi-Gimpi/Gympie (ALL AGES)
26 October 2025 – Nimbin Roots Festival, Bundjalung/Nimbin (ALL AGES)

Images used with permission from On the Map PR

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The Audreys Back With Beautiful Song, “Secondhand Boots”

After The Audreys guitarist and founding member Tristan Goodall passed away in 2022, you might thought the band was done. However, they’re back with a beautiful new song “Secondhand Boots,” their first release since their 2014 album ‘Til My Tears Roll Away. As you might expect with Taasha Coates remaining at the helm, this gorgeous song is worth the wait.

“On our last tour we did a cover of Lonely Girls by Lucinda Williams,” she shared, “and we love the way the track locks into a gentle but driving two-feel and sticks to it throughout the whole song. Our drummer Beej [Barker] would stand at the front and play shaker, something that is surprisingly difficult to do well. So that song became a reference track for us when we were recording ‘Secondhand Boots’ because it was such a fave.”

“I’ve made a lot of bad decisions in my life, but a few years ago I made an absolute doozy,” she added. “This song is about that, and that’s pretty much all I can say without getting sued. They are my boots in the cover art. I bought them in Texas nearly 20 years ago, so they’d have some stories to tell. Sadly, they’re not actually the secondhand boots referred to in the song – those ones I threw away.”

Recording more music as The Audreys has helped Taasha deal with the grief she experienced losing Tristan, who gave his blessing to continue the band without him.

“Losing Tristan really devastated me,” Taasha said. “He’d been my dearest friend for 25 years, but we remember and honour his legacy all the time on stage and in the studio. I’ve been healing through music.”

We won’t need to wait too long to hear more new music, as The Audreys will release their new album Ruin & Repair on March 14. Pre-order it on vinyl now to get a signed copy when it drops. They’re also planning some tour dates, so 2025 looks to be a massive year for fans of The Audreys!

Photo credit: Todd Bennett

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The Audreys Kick Off Tour This Week

The Audreys are about to kick off their national tour supporting their critically acclaimed fourth album Til My Tears Roll Away this week!

This is the first time The Audreys have toured Australia with a full band in more than three years, but it should be worth the wait. The Adelaide duo promises to play their new album in full, as well as plenty of fan favourites. To make sure you hear the songs you want, remember to send through your song requests to the band by leaving a comment on their Facebook page.

Expect the merch stand to be crowded as the band will be selling their limited edition Monsters EP exclusively at the gigs. It features all four versions of the track “Monster” plus the previously unreleased “Monster Part IV” and a gorgeous hand-pressed hand-drawn cover from multi-award winning illustrator Luke Jurevicious.

There are still tickets available for most of the following shows.

5 June 2014 – The Abbey, Canberra
6 June 2014 – The Heritage Hotel, Bulli
7 June 2014 – Lizotte’s, Newcastle
8 June 2014 – The Factory, Sydney
12 June 2014 – Sooki Lounge, Belgrave
13 June 2014 – Kyneton Town Hall, Kyneton
14 June 2014 – Ormond Hall, Melbourne
15 June 2014 – Golden Vine Hotel, Bendigo
19 June 2014 – The Byron Theatre, Byron Bay
20 June 2014 – Sol Bar, Sunshine Coast
21 June 2014 – The Zoo, Brisbane
22 June 2014 – Sound Lounge, Gold Coast
26 June 2014 – Fresh, Launceston
27 June 2014 – Tapas Lounge Bar, Devonport
28 June 2014 – Republic Bar, Hobart
4 July 2014 – Fly By Night, Fremantle
5 July 2014 – Dunsborough Tavern, Dunsborough
11 July 2014 – The Gov, Adelaide

Image used with permission from Revolutions Per Minute

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The Audreys Hit the Road

South Australia’s finest The Audreys will hit the road this November to support their ARIA-nominated album When the Flood Comes.

This country-folk band really shines in the live arena thanks to their unique blend of traditional instruments and emotive tunes.

Check them out at the following venues this November!

13-15 November 2008 – The Promethean, Adelaide
20 November 2008 – Heritage Hotel, Bulli
21 November 2008 –  Oxford Art Factory, Sydney
22 November 2008 –  Brass Monkey, Cronulla
27 November 2008 – Northcote Social Club, Melbourne
28 November 2008 –  Theatre Royal, Castlemaine
29 November 2008 –  Queenscliff Music Festival, Queenscliff

Image source: The Audreys press page

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New Album, Tour For The Audreys

The Audreys burst onto the local scene in 2006 with their debut album Between Last Night & Us. Now they’re back, with their much-anticipated follow-up When The Flood Comes.

The new release has been described in a press release as “an album of lyrical and sonic beauty” that builds on The Audreys’ trademark alt-country sound

When The Flood Comes hits stores on 19 April. To celebrate its release, The Audreys will hit the road for a massive national tour in May and June. They’ll visit all the country’s capitals and plenty of regional centres too. Tickets to these gigs go on sale tomorrow from all the usual outlets.

Here are The Audreys’ national dates.

7 May 2008 – The Loft, Warrnambool
8 May 2008 – Rubys Lounge, Belgrave
9 May 2008 – Town Hall, Meeniyan
10 May 2008 – The Corner, Richmond
11 May 2008 – Wellers, Kangaroo Ground
14 May 2008 – The Clarendon Guesthouse, Katoomba
16 & 17 May 2008 – The Basement, Circular Quay
20 May 2008 – Lizotte’s, Kincumber
22 May 2008 – Sound Lounge, Gold Coast
23 May 2008 – The Zoo, Brisbane
24 May 2008 – Bass in the Grass Festival, Darwin
28 May 2008 – Great Northern Hotel, Byron Bay
29 May 2008 – Hoey Moey, Coffs Harbour
30 May 2008 – Northern Star, Newcastle
31 May 2008 – ANU Bar, Canberra
6 June 2008 – Her Majesty’s Theatre, Adelaide
13 June 2008 – Country Club, Launceston
14 June 2008 – Wrestpoint, Hobart
19 June 2008 – Albies Bar, Busselton
20 June 2008 – Fly By Night, Fremantle
21 June 2008 – Civic Hotel, Perth