Australia’s indie-punk firestarters, HATERS, have never shied away from raw emotions, and their latest single, “DEAD INSIDE MY HEAD”, is a visceral punch straight to the soul. Back in 2022, the trio jetted off to Canada to craft their debut album, “NON-VIOLENT”, under the expert guidance of Scott Middleton. The track was fully formed when they stepped into the studio, but Scott’s keen ear brought out its sharpest edges, refining its structure and injecting new depth. The recording process was intense, with pre-production sessions dissecting every note, every drum hit, and every lyric. The result? A song that grips like a vice, building to the haunting refrain: “When I grow up I will be dead inside my head”. Brutal, beautiful, and undeniably HATERS. Slash Music takes you behind the scenes of this sonic storm.
When I grow up I will be dead inside my head” – HEATERS
“NON-VIOLENT”: The album that will Shake
Born from the Brisbane underground, HATERS, Jai Sparks (vocals/guitar), James Priest (drums), and Kaitlyn Hold (bass/vocals), carry the torch of punk’s rebellious spirit, drawing inspiration from Fontaines D.C., The Beths, and Idles, while channeling the raw energy of The Clash. With the highly anticipated release of “NON-VIOLENT” just days away, they’re gearing up for a blistering run of shows. First up: an album launch gig in Brisbane on March 29th, where they’ll share the stage with Wifecult and TAILLIGHT. Then, they will kick off a series of tour dates in BC and Alberta starting in early June.
Before unleashing “NON-VIOLENT”, HATERS made waves with tracks like “LAST NIGHT”, a raw burst of energy, “WANDER//WONDER”, a perfect mix of grit and melody, and “YOUNG ONES”, a youth anthem packed with urgency. Each song cemented their place as a band to watch. A new era is dawning for these Aussie punks, 2025 is just getting started, so keep your eyes locked on HATERS.
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