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Bow and Arrow Release Electrifying New Single “Triad”

Published

1 year ago

April 14, 2025

Dynamic contemporary First Nations electro-soul trio Bow and Arrow have just released their highly anticipated new single, “Triad.” This electrifying track draws listeners in with its unapologetic intensity and captivating allure, offering a grimy, hard-hitting, sensual experience.

“Triad” delivers a visceral journey through the complexities of love, embracing the irresistible allure of passion with bold confidence. The song hooks and reels listeners in, blossoming into the rarest flower, an ode to those who embrace love in all its forms: the obsessive, the curious, the fearless, the courageous, the passionate, and the bold. It serves as a reminder to be cautious and not fly too close to the sun.

The band, composed of talented artists from the Wiradjuri, Ngunawal, Ngambri, and Gamilaraay peoples, crafted this track during the first lockdown in Sydney. As the city shut down, Bow and Arrow moved into their recording studio, spending countless nights jamming and writing music. They often took their music to the streets, playing for vagabonds and creating unforgettable, impromptu performances that made the uncertain times a little brighter.

Bow and Arrow’s unique sound comes from their fusion of modern and traditional instruments, creating an unforgettable live experience. The trio is known for their monster vocals, big rhythms, electro beats, live sampling, and looping, as well as incorporating the traditional languages of the Wiradjuri and Gamilaraay peoples.

Having played at major festivals throughout Australia, including Parrtjima, Homeground, Byron Bay Blues Festival, Adelaide Fringe, Boomerang Festival, Spirit Festival, Bigsound, Blaksound, and SXSW Opening Concert, Bow and Arrow have established themselves as a powerful force in the music scene. They’ve graced major venues like The Factory, The Museum of Contemporary Art, Parliament House, and The Australian Museum, and have a cherished relationship with The Sydney Opera House, earning the nickname “The Sydney Opera House House Band” for their performances at ‘Badu Gili.’

Their notable live performances include an extraordinary session from the Joan Sutherland Opera Theatre during lockdown for the ‘Our House To Yours’ digital special, and numerous live appearances on NITV, including the Jan 26 ‘Sunrise Ceremony’ and a stirring rendition of Archie Roach’s classic ‘A Child Was Born Here.’

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Dysmusia Keeps “In your eyes” Honest, Warm And Straight To The Point

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5 hours ago

August 23, 2026

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It is easy to see why a songwriter might be drawn to a story like this. Relationships rarely finish as neatly as people would like, and the space between “it is over” and “maybe we should try again” can produce plenty of material. For Dysmusia, that space becomes the setting for latest single “In your eyes”, out now through Now Listen.

The Irish singer-songwriter has a knack for keeping his writing close to everyday life, and this track benefits from that approach. He looks at an old relationship that has already gone through several attempts at making things work, then focuses on what happens when those feelings start creeping back in.

What makes the song appealing is the balance between sincerity and a lighter touch. Dysmusia is clearly invested in the situation, but he does not turn every moment into a grand declaration. There is room for a bit of humour and hesitation along the way, which keeps the song feeling natural.

The arrangement gives the song a pleasing lift. Acoustic guitar sits at the heart of it, with the dropped tuning adding some richness and a second guitar bringing extra colour. The result has folk at its core but carries enough indie-rock influence to give it a little extra punch.

Dysmusia’s Irish background is another part of the picture. Based between Antrim and Dublin and coming from a musical family, he has developed a style that puts storytelling alongside contemporary guitar sounds.

“In your eyes” brings those influences together without making a fuss about them. It is a personable, melodic track about feelings that refuse to follow a neat timetable, delivered with enough warmth to make the story easy to get behind.