Australian Music Centre | Breaking sound barriers

The Vampires celebrate 20 years together as one of Australia's most distinctive and acclaimed ensembles with the release of their eighth studio album, Skydancer. Building on the ARIA Award-winning Nightjar (2023, with The Necks' Chris Abrahams), Skydancer sees the quartet reimagining their fundamentals - expanding their sound while remaining grounded in their signature of hypnotic grooves, intertwining horn lines, and melodic invention. Recorded simply as a quartet, the album features extensive overdubbing, synthesizers, and explorations that stretch the boundaries of their acoustic base.

Across eleven tracks, Skydancer explores The Vampires' fascination with time, melody, and texture. It's a record that consolidates the group's evolution: a sound that feels both familiar and freshly redefined. The music unfolds organically, weaving rhythmic intricacy with atmospheric production and a deep sense of place. Whether through the reflective pulse of Asiago, the ambient shimmer of South Coast Noir, or the cinematic sway of Spirit, The Vampires draw listeners into a world that is immersive, rhythmic, and emotionally resonant.

Jeremy Rose tenor sax, bass clarinet, synthesizers
Nick Garbett trumpet
Noel Mason bass
Alex Masso drums

Available via Bandcamp