With 2024 proving to be a busy debut year for the band, the first half of this year is already looking to be a positive one for Perth’s HAZEL. With ‘The Void’, the indie five-piece deliver their first slice of new music for the year – a rich blend of influences that speak to the band’s ever-growing range.
Recorded at Debaser Studios with Andy Lawson (Noah Dillon, Mitch Santiago), ‘The Void’ is a sharp new entry to the Hazel catalogue. Following on from their debut EP Dreamstate last year, this is a perfect moment of re-entry for the WA group who are becoming ones to watch in their local community and beyond.
Of their new single, Hazel say “‘The Void’ has definitely become one of the band’s favorite tracks we’ve created so far. The way it shifts from moody, introspective verses to a powerful, impactful chorus really draws listeners in—exactly the emotional journey we hoped to create. The style of this track flows naturally between the five of us, making the writing and recording process feel effortless.
Lyrically, the song is told from the perspective of someone watching a loved one navigate the aftermath of loss. It explores the quiet strength in observing their journey—how over time, pain slowly shifts from an open wound to a scar. That grief never fully disappears, but it begins to hurt a little less as time goes on. It’s a reflection on how healing often comes in subtle, silent steps, and how witnessing that growth can be just as powerful as experiencing it yourself.”
Melodic and dynamic, Hazel’s latest is an exciting peek into what is still to come as this year rolls out with planned new projects and shows. Already, the band has proven themselves to be a captivating live unit, locking in shows on the West Coast supporting the likes of Matt Corby, Eskimo Joe, Great Gable and more, while their fanbase has only continued to strengthen with each release.
Having enjoyed sold out shows of their own at venues including Jack Rabbit Slims, The Rosemount Hotel and the Indi Bar, Hazel are preparing to kick things off again for the year with an unmissable single launch for ‘The Void’, taking place at Mojo’s this May, supported by Lazy Haze, Figurehead and Mistica.
