Today, Brisbane based four piece Beddy Rays have announced their highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘Do What Ya Wanna‘, set for release 18 April 2025. To mark the occasion the Brisbane four-piece have also shared the lead single from the album Red Lights out now everywhere, alongside a western-themed official video clip.
Following on from recent singles Stay The Same and Hold On that will also be featured on the record, Red Lights encapsulates the band’s signature high-voltage, larrikin-punk energy whilst lyrically exploring themes of otherness, self-discovery and giving yourself the time and space to figure it all out. Speaking of the new single, the band explains “’Red Lights’ is the lead single of our next record ‘Do What Ya Wanna’. We chose this song because we feel like it sets the tone for the record. It’s about overcoming adversity, going through tough times but remaining positive and growing from those moments. Hoping it will resonate with those going through a tough time as it’s a reminder that things will always get better.”
To mark the occasion, Beddy Rays have also released a western-inspired video clip directed, produced and edited by Natalie Sim. The band say of the video clip “Red Lights leans into our jangly, indie style of songwriting, which directly inspired the western-themed clip. We wanted to blend classic Sergio Leone-style cinematography with absurd humour and gritty western vibes — and Nat Day (Method To My Madness) was instrumental in bringing it all together. Honestly, any excuse to whip out the Akubra works for us.”
Beddy Rays’ second album, ;Do What Ya Wanna’, captures the heart of the band’s irresistible charm – raw, fun-loving, and heartfelt – whilst also pushing their sound into fresh territory. The record is a celebration of navigating life’s highs and lows, with a unique blend of slapstick humor, heartfelt sincerity, and unapologetic fervor. Themes of mateship, mental health and self-discovery are woven throughout, making it both a cathartic release and a soundtrack for living in the moment. Across the album, themes of escape and release resonate powerfully. Expect songs which tackle the overwhelming excesses of modern life – expectations, authenticity and stress – and offer a simple antidote: being with the people and places you love.
With a sound that nods to the early eras of punk icons like Green Day and Weezer while embracing the melodic expansiveness of bands like Catfish and The Bottlemen, ‘Do What Ya Wanna’ marks a natural evolution for Beddy Rays. It’s a reminder of the power of letting loose, staying true to yourself and finding the beautiful in both chaos and connection.
Frontman Jacko reflects, “This album is us – our highs, our lows, and everything in between. Writing it was a way to make sense of all the craziness life throws at you, but it’s also about not taking yourself too seriously and enjoying the ride. That’s what Beddy Rays is all about.”
Red Lights IS OUT NOW
‘Do What Ya Wanna’ will be out on 18 April 2025 – PRE-ORDER HERE // PRE-SAVE HERE
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