DAMIEN’s darkwave anthem “Melbourne Afternoon”

Australian alt-electro-rock musician DAMIEN is a queer, non-binary artist who has just released their new single, “Melbourne Afternoon”, which anticipates their soon to be released second album titled Wrong Age. Wrong Race. Wrong Gender. DAMIEN’s music has a very distinct sound which mixes electro-rock with elements of pop and industrial, and their lyrical content aims at pushing against mainstream conventions with strong, post-punk political commentaries.

DAMIEN emerged only in early 2020, but their first full length album, Girl, has already been praised by magazines such as Happy Mag for reshaping alternative electronica, and their sound has been compared to artists such as Depeche Mode, Nine Inch Nails and Marilyn Manson. DAMIEN’s talent has brought them to receive national and international airplay, and they have been featured in several publications.

The artist says that “Melbourne Afternoon” is reflective of their own struggles with depression, suicide and existential dread, and its poignant rhythm and powerful lyrics well represent the desire to keep holding on despite the chaotic nature of present existence.

Listen to Melbourne Afternoon below.