NEXT SHOWS THE STRANGLERS AUS/NZ TOUR MARCH 2024
Presented by SBM Thu 13 March 2025 Powerstation, Auckland
Sat 15 March 2025 Meow Nui, Wellington Sun 16 March 2025 Town Hall, Christchurch Wed 19 March 2025 - Enmore Theatre, Sydney Thu 20 March 2025 - Tivoli, Brisbane Sat 22 March 2025 - Forum, Melbourne Sun 23 March 2025 - The Gov, Adelaide Tue 25 March 2025 - Astor Theatre, Perth
"The debut full length album from Australian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Merryn Jeann is all consuming. Her unique brand of art-pop with elements of jazz and folk paired with her rich vocals and clever lyricism is positively spellbinding. Dog Beach is an impressive first outing from an artist with a singular point of view that leaves the listener begging for more." — Chris Sanley, KEXP Musical Director
DOG BEACH is the debut album by Merryn Jeann, released 23 February ‘24 via Rescue + Return Records. The album takes shape as a ten track display of a meticulously crafted, sonic wonderment, demonstrating an enticing and profound storytelling, aligning with sounds from the 90s and early 2000s. The record is produced by the exceptionally talented Rob Ellis who’s worked with a plethora of remarkably talented artists incuding; PJ Harvey, Marianne Faithfull, Torres, & more.
2024 SHOWS SOLO/WITH BAND
REVIEWS & FEATURES
"..in short, I think it was one of the most creative and joyful musical partnerships l've ever had the pleasure to be involved with... In my production work, if possible, with both bands and solo artists, I like to have a very open-minded "anything goes", non-precious approach to making records, and actually seek out artists that I think are most likely to respond well to that...l had an instinct Merryn might be one of those, and my instincts were very much more than fulfilled...Over the six weeks of recording, it has to be said I think I learned more about taking that particular approach from Merryn than I think I have on any previous album recording sessions or artists I've worked with." - Rob Ellis
TOP TEN CHARTS MARCH ON KEXP
Stream every standout album released this Friday with The FADER’s weekly roundup. The Fader
The songwriter’s excellent debut album ‘Dog Beach’ is imbued with drama, and a rich, intense aura of purpose. Clash Magazine
Whether you're listening alone or sharing it with friends, "Dog Beach" is an album that will resonate with anyone who appreciates honest and heartfelt music. Rough Trade
DOG BEACH allows listeners to explore the many facets of Merryn Jeann’s talent and creativity, which, in combination, make her a true polymath in the music industry. Fault Magazine
With her voice, both intriguing and seductive, Merryn Jeann guides us into a transcendental odyssey. Nun at the Airport is an intriguing preview of her forthcoming album, Dog Beach, set to be unleashed on February next year, promising an era of sonic exploration that echoes the nostalgic tones of the ‘90s and early 2000s. Metal Mag
A transcendental pop odyssey which radiates like the exhilarating and sensitive mirror of the reflections and confidences of a young singer who contemplates our society, evokes the passage to adulthood, exorcises her fears and her loves with a writing talent and a rare honesty. Radio France
RADIO
Rotation and interviews on DOUBLE J, PBS, FBI 2SER, KEXP, TRIPLE R, SYN
PLAYLISTS
Monthly Mixtape - Zan Rowe. The Australian Music Scene SPOTIFY - Terra Incognita & Fresh Finds of AUS & NZ Double J Best New Music
COLLABORATIONS
4 x diamond award winning collaboration with MOME, TORA, KYSON,
COMMERCIAL WORK FOR TV AND FILM
Merryn Jeann is a diverse artist, always experimenting and proudly free from the confines of a box. She thrives in exploring both visual and sonic arts and the result is a sound that embodies a world of creativity, capable of transporting listeners into her one of a kind universe. After living in Paris for many years, Merryn recently returned to Australia to study Fine Arts in Melbourne, however after one semester, music drew her back in and became her primary focus once more. Through this short though profound experience at school, Merryn took the opportunity to truly recognise the visual arts angle as a lens to experience, see and understand her music making process and performance, to deepen this pre-existing relationship as demonstrated in her self directed, somewhat experimental videos (under the alias MAAMDAAM) and captivating live shows.