Before they return to Europe in July, where they are underground legends, self-described 'Australia's most unhinged, undefinable and utterly irresistible musical collective', Ukulele Death Squad will tour nationally.
Best known for their 2018 hit 'Not Afraid' (which we had the pleasure of premiering), the jazz-folk-funk-soul-world-music ensemble will headline concerts in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane this May-June.
The band have also shared their newest single, the folk-soul bop 'Cooee' that continues their genre-hopping bravado. Stay tuned next month when we premiere the 'Cooee' music video.
"We started writing this song after going on a hike through Morialta National Park on Kaurna Country yelling out 'cooee' to a bunch of school students who were on an excursion," explains Alice Barker, co-writer and lead vocalist on the track.
"It explores the contradictions of modern life, the push and pull of wanting to be alone whilst also not feeling alone. Wanting peace, but being surrounded by overstimulation – and the paradox of urban isolation versus the profound connection found in nature."
Read the band's 2024 European tour diary.
'Cooee' is lifted from their forthcoming EP 'Essentially My Life Is A Disaster', which drops 15 May.
It was recorded and mixed at Rolling Stock Studios throughout 2025, and features a mix of new compositions alongside fan-favourite festival moments.
"We love (and are incredibly proud) of these songs, and we're so excited to finally share this piece of our hearts with you," the band posted.
Ukulele Death Squad 2026 Tour Dates
Sat 16 May - Lion Arts Factory (Adelaide)
Sat 30 May - Metro Theatre (Sydney)
Sat 13 Jun - Howler (Melbourne)
Sat 27 Jun - Crowbar Brisbane
