Off the back of unleashing the evocative ‘Pride’ single earlier this year, Sydney songwriter Vetty Vials returns to continue the story, with the release of her debut studio record, Conversations With Myself. A record a long time in the making, Conversations With Myself captures the heart and essence of Vetty Vials and her band as they explore a strengthening band dynamic. For the songwriter herself, this album is a culmination of lessons learned and observations gained through navigating those crucial years of early adulthood.
Written over the last three years, Conversations With Myself shines with honesty and candid execution. Perspectives and standpoints change creatively and personally over time, and what Vetty Vials does with this album is wear her maturation and creative development on her sleeve. “I was lucky enough to co-write some of the songs on this record with Tim Maxwell from Loser; that really changed the writing process for me as it gave me a fresh perspective on changing some of my old habits and getting a new sound.” Vetty Vials
‘Pride’ proved an early example of the direction Conversations With Myself was to head in. Continuing to thread strong indie rock influences with pop-punk tenacity (‘Too Much To Ask’, ‘Nowhere Feels Like Home’), the record bursts with a very natural energy.
Fans of Vetty Vials first became aware of this young songwriter’s talent back with her debut EP I Am Okay, I Promise in 2017 – this album is a fitting graduation. Across the course of eight tracks, Vetty Vials’ unique voice flourishes (‘Say’, ‘Tired’). “The line ‘Conversations with myself’ in the lead single ‘Tired’ stuck with me and became the inspiration for the record as a whole, because that’s essentially what songwriting is to me. Another way to get your feelings out when you feel no one will listen.” Vetty Vials
The release of Conversations With Myself this February will also see Vetty Vials on tour, performing the record in venues along the east coast and South Australia. Having already built an impressive reputation supporting the likes of Press Club, The Bennies and The Lazy Susans in previous years, Vetty Vials has truly come into her own. Catch her headlining at a venue near you soon!
VETTY VIALS TOUR DATES
Saturday, February 15th Transit Bar Canberra
With Paint Store, Cathy Diver, Hope Wilkins
Friday, February 21st Old Bar Melbourne
With Pocket Money, Apprehensive, Quinton Trembath
Saturday, February 22nd Tramway Melbourne [Acoustic Show]
with Gavin Styles