Hollow Coves is an independent band from Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. The band consists of two members, Ryan Henderson and Matt Carins, who sing and play guitar in folk style.
Career
editThe pair recorded music in a garage that was uploaded just before they parted ways to Canada and England. The music became popular on Spotify in a very short amount of time which resulted in immediate fame and record deals. They decided to stay where they were living, but recorded and wrote songs long distance using online resources.[1][2][3]
Officially formed in 2013, they released their first EP "Drifting" in October 2014 and now both reside in Queensland.
In January 2024, the group announced the forthcoming release of their second studio album Nothing to Lose. It was produced by Matt Corby.[4]
Members
editRyan Henderson grew up without a musical background. When he was in high school, his friends took him to the Woodford Folk Festival to see the Folk and Indie pop group "Angus & Julia Stone." This music inspired him to learn the guitar and eventually to his career.[5]
Matt Carins grew up in Brisbane surrounded by music. His father is in a local cover band and has written albums. His mother plays and teaches piano and flute. He also has a sister who plays the piano and a brother who is in an alternative rock band.[5]
Carins has stated in the past that he was a carpenter and during the COVID-19 pandemic, he and Henderson built a production studio and soundproof "room" to practice and record their music.[1]
Discography
editAlbums
edit| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Moments |
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| Nothing to Lose |
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EPs
edit| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Drifting |
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| Wanderlust |
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| Blessings |
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Awards
editGold Coast Music Awards
edit| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result (win only) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | "Coastline" | Song of the Year | Won | [7] |
| Hollow Coves | Breakout Artist of the Year | Won | ||
| 2024 | Hollow Coves | Artist of the Year | Won | [8] |
| Nothing to Lose | Release of the Year | Won |
References
edit- ^ a b "For Folk's Sake | Hollow Coves Share Their Vision Of Experiencing "The Richness Of Life"". NBHAP (in German). 2021-07-15. Retrieved 2022-09-03.
- ^ Browne, Sally (9 March 2017). "These Guys are Licensed to Chill".
- ^ Barr, Eliza (13 January 2017). "Brisbane band Hollow Coves take new music on tour".
- ^ a b "Hollow Coves Announce Highly Anticipated New Album 'Nothing To Lose'". The Music. 12 January 2024. Retrieved 14 January 2024.
- ^ a b Hollow Coves interview - Ryan and Matt (part 1), retrieved 2022-09-03
- ^ "Hollow Coves". Discogs. Retrieved 2020-01-21.
- ^ "Amy Shark, Hollow Coves Win Big At The 2018 Gold Coast Music Awards". The Music. 3 May 2018.
- ^ "Hollow Coves, JK-47, Chloe Styler Win Big At Gold Coast Music Awards". The Music. 30 August 2024. Retrieved 31 August 2024.