Inspired by the 21st century wave of eclectic indie rock that crossed over into chart success, Australian duo Royel Otis have attracted a similar buzz in their native country, earning accolades from their Aussie critics and industry peers off the strength of the EPs Bar & Grill (2022) and Sofa Kings (2023), their 2024 full-length debut Pratts & Pain, and even a crossover hit cover of Sophie Ellis-Bextor's "Murder on the Dance Floor."
Guitarist Royel Maddell and singer/guitarist Otis Pavlovic had worked separately in the same circles around the beach town of Byron Bay, New Sou...