I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again.
Nothing makes me happier than seeing emerging bands forge unique paths in the music biz. Especially the ones I get to know at the beginning of their journey.
So I was stoked to hear that Newgate Crowd’s newest track is still that big, punchy, energetic sound that got my attention in the first place.
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It feels like ages since I interviewed Newgate Crowd for my Silly Talks Music podcast. But it was only in the spring of last year that the SA-based indie rockers introduced me to their local music scene in the new “Spotlight” segment.
Heaps of good things have been happening in the trio’s camp since our chat. According to the wrap-up on their website, they had “a massive year” in 2024. And they’re “just getting started.”
I couldn’t agree more. So, if the Barrosa Valley (Ngadjuri Land) reps are not on your emerging bands’ radar yet, you’re totally missing out.
Newgate Crowd (NGC) are Kai Bingham on drums, Joey Mulholland on bass and vocals and Wil (Viddy) Vidovich on lead vocals and guitar. Their sound fits the alternative/indie rock tag. I’d call their vibe “a grunge revival” as well – in the best possible way.
I totally respect them for it. It’s the type of music their parents’ generation listened to when they were young. (So did I.) So it’s pretty special to see that cross-generational synergy in their music.
Newgate Crowd’s short but sweet story can be summarised as a casual thing that quickly turned into a serious engagement. In other words, three teenagers were occasionally jamming in a garage during COVID. Then, “Viddy drew the short straw and took on vocals, forming a teenage garage band,” according to the band’s bio.
Mind you – that was just a few years ago.
Fast-forward to 2025, and those teenagers have grown up. So has the fire to write indie anthems and share them live with fans. That authentic and genuine love for music has since scored them radio and TV appearances, magazine features, some awards and other types of recognition. There have also been “countless gigs alongside indie music legends.”
Indeed, the band have been flat out since we chatted last year.
They’ve released new singles, including original music (“Change of Mood”) and a wicked take on Britney Spears’ banger (“Toxic”). They’ve been involved in innovative projects, like creative bootcamps, with other artists and music biz professionals. One of those collabs resulted in the video for “Remote” – a track from their debut EP, Auditory Processing.
The band even rocked up to the South Australian Music Awards to suss out the buzz. (And just in case, I assume, they were to pick up one of the awards themselves in the future.)
Their number one engagement has been shredding it on various stages in their home state, though. And that – if I remember correctly from the convo with the lads – is what the trio digs the most.
Sadly, I haven’t had a chance to see the band live yet. But I trust a fellow music biz professional’s words when he says this of what to expect at a Newgate Crowd’s gig:
“For a band so young and at the very first steps of their career, it’s impossible to ignore the power and skill they bring to the stage. Newgate Crowd had the audience at our sold-out ‘No Quiet’ festival in the palm of their hands with a set of songs that cover some epic territory with everything from stadium rock to angsty introspection. One to watch!” (Kieran Lomax, NO QUIET Festival)
On my pod, Viddy and Joey mentioned that playing a show in Melbourne was one of the things to tick off the band’s bucket list. And it looks like, only 12 months later, that dream is turning into reality.
But first things first.
Newgate Crowd have just dropped a new single, which they’re “super proud of.” According to the members: “It gives a real taste of who we are as a band right now.” Well – they have every reason to feel that way.
“Miss You, Everyday” hit streaming platforms on April 18th, 2025. The track delves into a very relatable topic these days – the heartbreak of wanting the best for someone who refuses to recognise their own potential. It tells the story of one person’s struggle to help another break free from self-doubt, stagnation, and negativity, even when their best efforts are met with indifference or rejection.
What caught my eye (and ear) with this release is the song’s structure. It cleverly imitates a difficult conversation with somebody you care about who just doesn’t want to listen to logical arguments.
After all, clearing our voices before delivering the worrying news is how we often approach interventions, right? Plus, the slower verses reflect carefully weighing one’s words.
Also, in nearly every difficult interaction, there’s a moment when we unintentionally end up raising our voices. The faster part of the song, starting with “Are you there tonight?”, feels exactly like that moment of agitation, frustration or helplessness.
The poignant refrain, “I miss you, every day”, captures the deep sense of loss as well. And it’s not just for who that person experiencing self-doubt once was, but who they could have become. The question, “Are you alright?”, is repeated throughout the track, amplifying that genuine concern.
So yeah, this is a pretty grown-up track. Especially if you compare it to the band’s previous playful release, covering a pop hit (“Toxic”).
The band have revealed this is the first single from an upcoming EP. They promise other big announcements soon, too. And I’m guessing one of them will be “Alright” – a song they’ll soon be playing live in a different state.
That’s right. Newgate Crowd are finally heading to Melbourne on May 9th, 2025, making one of their music biz goals come true. Known for teaming up with other up-and-coming talent, they’ve chosen local bands, All Regards and TILE, to support them in the capital of Victoria.
And they obviously won’t miss the opportunity to bring the energy to their home state. On May 23rd, 2025, in Adelaide, they’ll share the stage with Townhouse and Violet Harlot.
So, if any of you, dear readers, are in the area for those gigs, feel free to rep me. And I’ll do my best to appear in person when the indie rockers drop a whole album.
Newgate Crowd – do we have a deal?
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