Finding Your Voice Through Music With JIMMY KYLE From CHASING GHOSTS

In today's modern, sanitised music world, far too many bands are
reluctant to state their beliefs and opinions for the sole fact
that they could possibly offend someone. It is a fair point in
principle, but has been taken too far in most instances, forcing
musicians to temper their thoughts somewhat in an attempt to appeal
to as wide a potential market as they can.
So it is refreshing that some bands out there continue to speak out
for their beliefs and use their music as a weapon of choice in
bringing such things to the attention of others.
Naarm based outfit Chasing Ghosts are one of those bands.
Fronted by proud Thungutti Country Indigenous songwriter Jimmy
Kyle, Chasing Ghosts have consistently spread their viewpoints and
history by verse, in the process providing a voice for many who
have not - or could not - speak through their own.
After releasing their critically acclaimed EP Homelands in 2021,
Chasing Ghosts have remained relatively quiet since, quietly
working their way through fresh material and another assault on the
Australian music scene. That arrived recently with the single
Amnesia Everybody, a song that shines the spotlight on the
ignorance of Australia’s historic treatment of its First
Peoples.
With a three date tour in October and more new music in the works
Jimmy sat down with HEAVY to discuss the new single and more.
"Great," he enthused when asked about the early response to Amnesia
Everybody. "I think it's overwhelmingly good and has reinvigorated
the fan base after a couple of years since our previous release
Homelands which did really well. This ones taken a little bit
longer moving between record labels because sometimes that can take
a little longer than we'd like. We've been waiting for about 12
months to release this stuff, which has given us an opportunity to
write for a future record in the interim, but it's relieving and
satisfying to be able to share this with people now."
In the full interview, Jimmy discussed their new single Amnesia
Everybody and shared that the song has a high energy, polished
sound, which is a departure from their previous lo-fi style. He
mentioned that they have embraced contemporary recording
techniques, which has resulted in a more luxurious sound. He also
highlighted the need for awareness and understanding of Australia's
history, particularly regarding race relations and the treatment of
Aboriginal people.
Jimmy also discussed his experiences as an Aboriginal man and how
his background influences his songwriting. He emphasized the
importance of speaking truth to power and criticized the
glorification of historical figures who committed atrocities
against Aboriginal people. He also expressed his desire for a more
honest and mature approach to Australia's history and its impact on
the country's identity.
We discussed the upcoming cycle Chasing Ghost's new album, which
will be more energetic and a return to their punk rock roots. Jimmy
discussed the evolution of the band's music project from acoustic
folk to full-on punk rock, with the aim to challenge themselves to
write something broader and bigger. 
Additionally, we talked about Chasing Ghost's upcoming tour, which
Jimmy described as a fun, rowdy experience with opportunities for
sing-alongs and head banging. The tour is set to start in Brisbane
on October 10th, followed by Sydney and Melbourne


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