Tickets to Space sound like a band truly enjoying the momentum around them. And on their third single ‘True’, the Meanjin/Brisbane outfit take the scrappy charm of their earlier material and push it into something brighter, louder and more emotionally direct.
The song starts from the refreshingly modest idea that a good life doesn't need to look particularly glamorous. Fraser Stott writes about friendship, family and the hope of carrying those connections into the future, giving ‘True’ an optimism that feels grounded throughout.
The verses keep things loose and wiry before the chorus kicks harder, pulling the track towards punk without losing the surf-rock character already associated with the band. Stott’s vocal gives the song much of its lift, moving from a more relaxed delivery into something far more forceful when the arrangement opens up.
But what's especially encouraging is how naturally the band are beginning to broaden their range. ‘Uncovered’ introduced them with enough personality to make an impression, while ‘You Know Where I’ll Be Tonight’ strengthened that momentum. ‘True’ feels like another step forward, but one that doesn't overcomplicate what made the earlier singles appealing.
Bright, energetic and full of promise, ‘True’ turns an ordinary vision of the future into something worth getting excited about.