Storming the Queensland scene with the type of musical chemistry that only the tumultuous nature of siblinghood delivers are Favourite Kid, bringing with them the bouncy country-pop and indie folk sounds of their single Eyes On The Road. Alongside the release is the announcement of their debut album ‘Two Cent Journal’, out Friday, November 21.
Headed by Ethan Roberts, who performs solo as Aspy Jones and was awarded a 2024 Queensland Music Award, Favourite Kid is driven by the creative bond he shares with his two equally musical siblings.
Joining forces with his sister Jaimie and brother Saul, the trio known as Favourite Kid is a pop/indie/country powerhouse to be reckoned with, already supporting icons like The Fabulous Caprettos and performing at killer festivals like Woodford Folk Festival, Mitchell Creek, Rock and Blues Fest, Undercover Artist Festival, Gympie Music Muster, and the Caloundra Music Festival, where they earned a Limelight Award for their incredible showcase of talent.
After spending their teen years studying at the Australian Institute of Country Music’s ‘Rockskool’ and working on their separate bands, they’ve come together in harmony once and for all, though the timeless sibling question still persists: ‘Who is the Favourite Kid?’
Marking a major milestone for the band, Favourite Kid are set to release their debut album, ‘Two Cent Journal’. Spanning five years in the making, the record captures the heart and honesty that define the trio’s sound, blending the charm of indie-folk, the grit of alt-country, and the polish of modern pop. It’s a body of work shaped by personal growth, hard-earned lessons, and the power of music as a coping tool. Ethan states: “The album is called Two Cent Journal, and it’s a collection of songs about how I try to maintain good mental health whilst dealing with life. The songs are a real genre mix of indie-folk, alt-country and pop because I really find it difficult to stay in one lane. Two Cent Journal reflects my views of some of the hard lessons I’ve learned throughout my life, and I’m hoping it might help someone else who is struggling. This album has been five years in the making, so it’s a bit of an understatement to say I’m excited (and very nervous) for people to hear it.”
Off their debut album, Eyes On The Road features a bright, bubbly beat with sparkling guitar riffs that open the song with a welcoming feel. The bridges are softer, more stripped-back as they reflect on how hard life’s valleys can be to climb from, and the chorus is clear and hopeful as all of the instruments rise and come together, encouraging people to keep their heads up and keep moving forward. Sun-soaked vocal layering reminds the listener that everyone is on their own journey, and no one is alone, while the drums tap out an optimistic beat.
This single is all about focusing inward, moving at one’s own pace, and remembering that comparison is the thief of joy. It’s important to walk one’s own path and remember that life is a ride, not a race!
Walk your own path with sibling trio Favourite Kid and their new single Eyes On The Road when it releases on Friday, September 26th, followed by their debut album ‘Two Cent Journal’ on Friday, November 21.
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