Speak Loud came to be at the end of a long summer of a dwindling relationship and the limbo of moving between living spaces. There was a tangible feeling of uncertainty amongst everyday life and the song begun as a note to convince myself of what I would hope to feel like in the future; a letter from a version of myself I would hope to be. Lyrically it focuses on a relationship where a power dynamic disables the ability to communicate, and each attempt leaves the person feeling smaller each time. The lyrics are about the continual push and pull of trying to speak my mind, and how difficult it is to express complicated thoughts. The subject matter is introspective, but despite this sheds a hopeful sense of self worth. It alludes to a realisation that I don’t have to fulfil others       expectations. Overall the song is kind of a step by step guide to expressing an inner dialogue.”

Chris Benato (Guitar), Toby Bostelman (Bass), Zac Wise (Drums) and myself (Luke Giglia) huddled into a small house in Donnelly River for a week and set up a studio in the old Workers hall to record an EP. We then took it to Tunafish studio for a couple days with Broderick Madden-Scott as our producer and Claudia Tero (Claudie Joy and The Joy Boys) on strings and some backing vocals, to finish off the tracks. Sonically we took inspiration from Big Thief, Andy Shauf, Fleet Foxes and Kurt Vile. For me, writing songs usually come in bursts, starting with lyrics and melody and quickly shuffling into the bones of a song later that day. Speak Loud was written fast and it started as a slow folk song but grew to sport a punchy rhythm section that breeds fresh life to it’s folk song structure. Sam Perrignon mixed the track and helped bring the moody, reflective tone to life in a way that feels like the sections melt into each other.

Speak Loud

A wonky folk song set in a less-than-lovely caravan park about the fear around achieving nothing and missing everything thats important to you. An ode to the anxieties of art and the ever-changing standards of society.

Caravan

Lloyd and the Leftovers, the emerging folk five piece, proudly announce the release of their debut EP, “In and Amongst The Mundane.” Embarking on a musical journey, this five-track collection serves as a poignant testament to the band's profound storytelling and immersive songs-scapes.

With a blend of acoustic instrumentation, heartfelt lyricism, and captivating harmonies, "In and Amongst The Mundane" invites listeners on a journey through the intricate tapestry of human emotions. Each track, meticulously crafted, reflects the band's dedication and their unwavering passion for storytelling through their modern take on folk songs.

Lead vocalist and songwriter, Luke Giglia shares, "This EP is a labor of love, a culmination of our collective experiences crafted in a small cottage in Donnelly River, through the middle of  a cold winter. Through-ought the EP, we strove to weave connections and resonate with the our audience, by spinning familiar story songs about the magic between everyday moments and how important the lows of life are amongst the highs.”

From the melancholic strains of “Bag Boy" to the uplifting anthem of resilience in "Caravan," Lloyd and the Leftovers demonstrate their versatility, effortlessly traversing between introspective ballads and foot-stomping folk tunes. Each track serves as a testament to the band's musical prowess and their ability to captivate listeners with their authentic expression.

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Four piece contemporary-alt-folk band, singing tunes to wonk our way through the weeks.

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