Sydney rock band C.O.F.F.I.N will release their sixth studio album Out In Oslo on 18 September through p(doom), with new single \u2018Think Bad\u2019 offering another preview of the record ahead of a European tour and documentary screenings later this year. <\/p>\n
by Paul Cashmere<\/p>\n
C.O.F.F.I.N have confirmed that their sixth studio album, Out In Oslo, will be released on 18 September through p(doom), the label founded by King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard. The announcement is accompanied by the release of the new single \u2018Think Bad\u2019, continuing the Sydney band\u2019s lead-up to the album following June\u2019s \u2018Sleep In It\u2019 and ahead of an extensive UK and European tour.<\/p>\n
The release marks the next chapter for the band following 2023\u2019s Australia Stops, an album that earned an ARIA Award nomination for Best Hard Rock\/Heavy Metal Album and further established C.O.F.F.I.N as one of Australia\u2019s most internationally active rock acts. Alongside the new record, the group is also continuing screenings of its documentary 10,000 Miles From Oslo, which traces the band\u2019s two-decade journey from Sydney\u2019s Northern Beaches to touring internationally.<\/p>\n
\u2018Think Bad\u2019 explores the idea of using negative experiences as motivation rather than surrendering to them. Frontman and drummer Ben Portnoy said the song examines the tension between self-preservation and destructive behaviour.<\/p>\n
\u201c\u2018Think Bad\u2019 describes the use of negativity to fuel forward motion. It\u2019s about using hard thoughts as a compass, reminding yourself that not everything that feels good is good for you, while at the same time, understanding that the combined weight of cynicism and reckless behaviour can make the greatest losses.\u201d<\/p>\n
Musically, the track shifts away from the band\u2019s trademark high-speed attack in favour of a slower, groove-oriented approach while retaining their hard rock foundation. The accompanying music video adopts a lighter tone, placing the band in an amusement park setting.<\/p>\n
Out In Oslo was produced by Declan Mehrtens, whose previous work includes Amyl and The Sniffers, with vocal production shared by Frenzal Rhomb\u2019s Jason Whalley. According to the band, the album expands on their established sound while maintaining the raw energy that has defined C.O.F.F.I.N throughout their career.<\/p>\n
Formed in Sydney in 2005, C.O.F.F.I.N, an acronym for Children Of Finland Fighting In Norway, built their reputation through relentless touring and an uncompromising live show led by Portnoy from behind the drum kit. Their blend of Australian pub rock, punk and heavy rock has seen them tour with acts including King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Dead Kennedys, Rose Tattoo, Cosmic Psychos, Amyl and The Sniffers and Viagra Boys.<\/p>\n
The forthcoming documentary 10,000 Miles From Oslo follows the band\u2019s 20-year history, featuring interviews with family members, collaborators and figures from the Australian music community alongside archive footage, studio sessions and performances. UK screenings in London and Manchester will include question-and-answer sessions with the band and director Jake Laderman before a sold-out Oslo screening in November.<\/p>\n
Following the album release, C.O.F.F.I.N will tour across the United Kingdom and Europe throughout November and December, including two Oslo performances, both of which have already sold out.<\/p>\n
Tracklisting: Out In Oslo
Out In Oslo
Sleep In It
Think Bad
A Place To Stay
13 Days
Won\u2019t Let You Down
Loose Ties
Fair Enough
Gettin\u2019 Down
See Ya Later
Miles Away<\/p>\n
Documentary Screenings<\/p>\n
10\/08, London, Genesis Cinema
12\/08, Manchester, Cultplex
27\/11, Oslo, Vaterland (Sold Out)<\/p>\n
Tour Dates<\/p>\n
17\/11, Bristol, Exchange
18\/11, Manchester, YES
19\/11, Nottingham, Bodega
20\/11, London, MOTH Club
21\/11, Brussels, Tough Enough
22\/11, Amsterdam, Bitterzoet
23\/11, Hamburg, Molotow
25\/11, Stockholm, Debaser Nova
26\/11, Oslo, Vaterland (Sold Out)
27\/11, Oslo, Vaterland (Sold Out)
28\/11, Gothenburg, Monument
29\/11, Copenhagen, Stengade
30\/11, Berlin, Cassiopeia
01\/12, Karlsruhe, Alte Hackerei
02\/12, Cologne, Geb\u00e4ude9
03\/12, Rotterdam, Rotown
04\/12, Paris, Point Ephemere
05\/12, Le Havre, Tetris<\/p>\n
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