Scared of Sharks is a rock n’ roll outfit with a punk approach originally hailing from Mogareeka in Australia. Founded in 2016 by Taylor Shwifty and his brother Jack Malolakis, the band initially came together to perform at the Cobargo folk festival. After relocating to Wollongong in 2017, Scared of Sharks spent several years developing their sound on stages across the Illawarra, eventually making their official debut in 2021 with the release of “Beach Wog.”
Following Jack’s departure for Europe in late 2022, Taylor enlisted the talents of Tim Jong Un on drums and Loui Crouton on bass, finalising the band’s lineup and embarking on a series of independently organised tours along Australia’s east coast. From the Port Kembla Festival to backyard house parties in Mullumbimby to iconic venues like Melbourne’s Cherry Bar, Scared of Sharks thrilled audiences with their high-energy performances and infectious sound. Their journey led to the release of sophomore single “Yuppie Land!” in October of last year with the band returning to share their third single, “Ode to Rose St.” in January.
Now, Scared of Sharks continues to showcase their evolution as a band with their latest offering, their brand new single titled “2nd Jingle Idea.” This new track channels the spirit of 60’s garage rock and punk-inspired power pop, delivering a dose of raucous energy and magnetic melodic writing.
Brought in by the gentle twang of guitar notes, the roll of drums ushers in a bouncy rhythm of jumpy chords cut with expressive vocal bursts, resulting in an instantly catchy garage rock jam that draws from the band’s influences from yesteryear while wrapping it in their own style. Riding above the melodic bass lines, lively guitar rhythms and galloping drums, the vocal leads lay down memorable hooks in the chorus to deliver an anthemic sound that’s highly catchy and entirely original.
Flowing into a dreamy breakdown where soft guitar notes contrast with the wild drum fills, the finale chorus lays down one final dose of Scared of Sharks’ superb rock sound. With more music and live shows lined up for the rest of the year, the band is sure to continue winning over fans across Australia and beyond with their compelling rock sound.
Listen to 2nd Jingle Idea below
Paired with the single is the music video starring co-director Harry Phillips. Capturing a retro feel via hazy lo-fi filters and grainy aesthetic, the video features Harry going through an alternative morning routine in a bathroom from starting with a cigarette to brushing his teeth before donning a red nose, false teeth and messy face paint, reflective the unique and rebellious sound of the band’s music via simple yet engaging visuals.
Watch the music video for 2nd Jingle Idea below
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