Straight out of the radiant musical landscape of Lutruwita, Tasmania, alt-rock outfit Dvrkworld releases their newest single, “Bonnie.” This marks the band’s second single release of a highly anticipated debut EP, set for a late release in 2024.
Dvrkworld is a project that began in early 2023 by the super-talented duo Mary Shannon and Drew Farrant-Jayet, later expanded by Shawn Arnold and Ryan Unger. In the group, they worked on an eclectic mix fusing garage rock, dream pop, psychedelic rock, shoegaze, and grunge. Their soundscapes are highly influenced by the heavyweights of those genres, like Mazzy Star, DIIV, or Ride, while being very reverb-y and melodic, carried by rich, fuzzy guitars and driving rhythms.
“Bonnie” is a sonic exploration of self-identity and inner conflict. The song investigates personal turmoils caused by actions and fighting to keep one’s essence accurate in a world of what should be. Named after the drummer’s much-loved dog, “Bonnie” is a powerful metaphor for loyalty and unconditional love. It displays this very tension between staying as one is and the outside world’s demands to be “normal” and conveys a feeling of being misunderstood and blamed for non-conformity at the same time. Much like the natural loyalty of a dog, “Bonnie” portrays the yearning for acceptance amidst pressures from external forces and internal doubts.
Recorded in picturesque Lilydale, Tasmania, by band members Mary, Drew and Shawn, “Bonnie” was mixed by Hobart’s own Spiro Noutsatos of Silver Fleet Ships, and mastered by Mikey Young.
The track is a teaser for the forthcoming 2024 Dvrkworld EP and its development. The release expresses their ability to address serious themes with honest, emotional depth.
Bonnie will stand out within the album as it encompasses the genres and heart-wrenching lyrics to echo most with fans. The track captures their unique sound, speaking about universal themes of loyalty, authenticity, and the struggle for self-acceptance.
Plug in your headphones, turn up the volume, and let “Bonnie” by Dvrkworld take you on a wild emotional ride. It’s a track that you won’t want to miss as you sit eagerly awaiting their debut EP.
You can listen to Bonnie below: