Methyl Ethel

Methyl Ethel
Jake Webb performing with Methyl Ethel in 2016
Background information
OriginPerth, Western Australia
Genres
Years active2013 (2013)–present
Labels
Members
  • Jake Webb
Past members
  • Thom Stewart
  • Chris Wright
  • Hamish Rahm
  • Jacob Diamond
  • Lyndon Blue
  • Stella Donnelly
Websitemethylethel.com

Methyl Ethel is an Australian art rock band from Perth, signed to Future Classic in 2021 and formerly to Dot Dash and 4AD.

As a recording outfit, Methyl Ethel is the solo project of Jake Webb.[1] When performing, Webb is joined by an accompanying band, whose core members were bassist Thom Stewart and drummer Chris Wright,.[2][3][4] Webb previously fronted Sugarpuss.[5]

Career

2013–2020

In March 2013, Methyl Ethel released their debut expended play, Guts which was followed in November 2013 with Teeth.[6] Lulu Ray from HappyMag said Guts is 'very vocal heavy and the lyrics describe the suburban youth condition we can all relate to' whereas Teeth is 'pretty different' and 'Webb's voice is cool, calm and collected'.[6]

In June 2015, Methyl Ethel released their debut studio album Oh Inhuman Spectacle.

In March 2017, Methyl Ethel released their second album Everything Is Forgotten (co-produced by James Ford who is best known for his work with Arctic Monkeys and Foals) to positive reviews from publications including NME. Everything Is Forgotten peaked at number 16 on the ARIA charts. They have supported acts including Pond.[citation needed]

In April 2017, the group released a limited edition double-A sided 12" LP single of 'Architecture Lecture'/'Lagotto Romagnolo' from their debut extended plays for Record Store Day.[7]

On 26 September 2018, the band released the track 'Scream Whole',[8] their first new music in over a year as well as announcing some international tour dates.

In February 2019, Methyl Ethel released their third studio album Triage. It peaked at number 11 on the ARIA Charts.

In February 2020, Methyl Ethel release 'Majestic AF', the lead single from their forthcoming EP, Hurts to Laugh, which was released on 10 April 2020.[9] The EP is made up of songs which did not make the cut for Triage.[10]

2021–present: Future Classic and Are You Haunted?

In April 2021, Methyl Ethel released 'Neon Cheap', the first single on new label Future Classic. This was followed in September with 'Matters'.[11]

In January 2022, Methyl Ethel released the single 'Proof' with Stella Donnelly, and announced the release of their fourth studio album, Are You Haunted?.[12]

In July 2022, Methyl Ethel released the stand-alone single "Talk Louder" ahead of Splendour in the Grass appearance.[13]

Discography

Studio albums

Title Details Peak chart positions
AUS
[14]
Oh Inhuman Spectacle —
Everything Is Forgotten
  • Released: March 2017
  • Label: Dot Dash (DASH044CD) / 4AD (CAD3701CD)
  • Format: CD, LP, digital download, streaming
 16
Triage
  • Released: February 2019
  • Label: Dot Dash (DASH055CD) / 4AD (4AD0114CD)
  • Format: CD, LP, digital download, streaming
 11
Are You Haunted?
  • Released: 18 February 2022[12]
  • Label: Future Classic (FCL443CD)
  • Format: CD, LP, digital download, streaming
 22
[15]

Extended plays

Title Details
Guts
  • Released: March 2013[6]
  • Label: Methyl Ethel (me001)
  • Format: digital download
Teeth
  • Released: November 2013[6]
  • Label: Methyl Ethel
  • Format: digital download
Hurts to Laugh
  • Released: 10 April 2020[9]
  • Label: Dot Dash
  • Format: digital download

Singles

Year Title Peak chart
position 		Certifications Album
AUS[16]
2015 "Rogue" — Oh Inhuman Spectacle
"Twilight Driving" —
2016 "Idée Fixe"[17] —
"No. 28"[18] — Everything Is Forgotten
2017 "Ubu"[19] 106 ARIA: Platinum[20]
"L'Heure des Sorcieres"[21] —
"Architecture Lecture"/"Lagotto Romagnolo"[7] —[A] Guts/Teeth
2018 "Cry Me a River" {Triple J Like a Version}[22] — Like a Version: Volume Twelve
"Scream Whole"[23] — Triage
"Real Tight"[24] —
2019 "Trip the Mains"[25] —
"Ruiner"[26] —
2020 "Majestic AF"[27] — Hurts to Laugh
"Charm Offensive"[28] —
"Holy Days"[29] — Bloom and Simmer (compilation)
2021 "Neon Cheap"[30] — Are You Haunted?
"Matters"[31] —
2022 "Proof"
(featuring Stella Donnelly)[12] 		—
"One and Beat"[32] —
"Talk Louder"[13] — Non-album singles
"Damn, I Wish I Was Your Lover"
(featuring Hatchie)[33] 		—

Notes

  1. ^ "Architecture Lecture"/"Lagotto Romagnolo" released as a 12" vinyl single, limited to 1000 copies, for Record Store Day.

Awards and nominations

AIR Awards

The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as AIR Awards) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2018[34] Everything Is Forgotten Best Independent Album Won
"Ubu" Best Independent Single or EP Nominated
2019[35] herself Best Independent Artist Nominated

Australian Music Prize

The Australian Music Prize (the AMP) is an annual award of $30,000 given to an Australian band or solo artist in recognition of the merit of an album released during the year of award. The commenced in 2005.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2015[36] Oh Inhumane Spectical Australian Music Prize Nominated
2019[37][38] Triage Australian Music Prize Nominated

J Award

The J Awards are an annual series of Australian music awards that were established by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's youth-focused radio station Triple J. They commenced in 2005.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2017[39] Everything Is Forgotten Australian Album of the Year Nominated
'Ubu' Australian Video of the Year Nominated

National Live Music Awards

The National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) are a broad recognition of Australia's diverse live industry, celebrating the success of the Australian live scene. The awards commenced in 2016.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2016[40] Methyl Ethel The Heatseeker Award (Best New Act) Nominated
West Australian Live Voice of the Year Won
2017[41][42] Methyl Ethel International Live Achievement (Group) Nominated
Best Live Act of the Year (People's Choice) Nominated
2018[43][44] Methyl Ethel International Live Achievement (Band) Nominated

WAM Song of the Year

The WAM Song of the Year was formed by the Western Australian Rock Music Industry Association Inc. (WARMIA) in 1985, with its main aim to develop and run annual awards recognising achievements within the music industry in Western Australia.

Year Nominee / work Award Result (wins only)
2014 "Rogues" Pop Song of the Year Won

West Australian Music Awards

The West Australian Music Industry Awards (WAMIs) are annual awards presented to the local contemporary music industry, put on annually by the Western Australian Music Industry Association Inc (WAM).[45][46][47]

Year Nominee / work Award Result (wins only)
2015 Methyl Ethel Best Pop Act Won
'Twilight Driving' Best Single Won
2016 Methyl Ethel Best Pop Act Won
2017 Methyl Ethel Best Pop Act Won
Everything Is Forgotten Best Album Won
Jake Webb (Methyl Ethel) Best Male Vocalist Won

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