With their debut album “Be Impressive” kicking off at #5 on the US iTunes Alternative charts and gaining them new fans across the globe, The Griswolds have touched down on Australian soil for their homecoming album launch tour beginning this week – now joined on the road by Sons Of Rico (VIC), LANKS (VIC), Castlecomer (NSW), Rainy Day Women (WA), and Moses Gunn Collective (QLD).
The Griswolds’ “Beware the Dog” video set blogs alight with over 100,000 views, top 5 in the Hype Machine charts, and added to Channel [V] rotation. The single has also been a triple j staple throughout the year, and the Sydney indie-pop five piece will took on 'Like A Version' last Friday before their six-state national tour celebrating the album's release.
Recorded under the guidance of producer Tony Hoffer (The Kooks, Beck, M83, Ladyhawke), “Be Impressive” is living up to its name with early reviews citing the juxtaposition between the album’s party vibe and its poignant lyrics showing a depth that continues to provide over repeated listens.
On the home front, the band’s debut album “Be Impressive” is out now through Chugg Music/MGM.
Watch The Griswolds perform both songs on Triple J's 'Like A Version':