Great Ocean Odes: Three local releases on rotation according to K rock 95.5 Music Director and Workday Presenter, Chris Holland

Get the rundown on the latest regional releases.

Our Geelong and Surf Coast is a swirling sonic pool of talented musicians and bands. There’s a bunch of single, EP and album releases always being launched in our local venues throughout the month as well as hitting the airwaves. A massive champion of these local legends is Chris Holland.

Chris Holland is the Music Director and Workday Presenter on Geelong and the Surf Coast’s K rock 95.5. He also hosts a weekly program dedicated to local musicians and gigs in the region. Catch Great Ocean Odeseach Wednesday night from 7pm.

Here are a few local releases he’s been digging recently.

Hear the latest single and album releases here.

Elizabeth Riordan – No Prospects

Released: 19 February

Elizabeth’s writing cuts right in to your bones. She’s written music for successful films & TV series, but the music she releases herself is some of the most honest and powerful I’ve ever heard. I’ve been in venues where her stories have changed the weight of the air in the room; there’s something genuinely special that she knows how to tap in to.

Sargent Baker – Loose Ends

Released: 16 January

Now this is a party. High energy rock ‘n’ roll straight outta Torquay and designed to be played loud. Would be great on a bill with Amyl & the Sniffers or Airborne, and in your headphones right now.

Kaviitá – Caught in the Yellow

Released: 12 March

Love having these R&B, neo-soul vibes being made right here in Geelong. Sounds awesome on radio. She scored a sweet gig on the Spilt Milk lineup late last year so you know she has captured the attention of some big movers and shakers. This EP is being launched in Brunswick tonight on 2 April.

Keep up to date with Great Ocean Odes here.