Dead Nettles- Episode 7
Dead Nettles are an emerging Wollongong band built on spontaneity, collaboration and constant evolution. Comprised of Jet, Chris, Molly and Jack, the group thrives on a jam-driven writing process that often sees songs formed in a single rehearsal. What began with a more singer songwriter foundation has grown into a fully collaborative creative melting pot, with each member contributing riffs, rhythms and ideas that shape their distinctive sound.
Their music reflects that evolution, blending spacey guitar textures, melodic bass lines and emotionally direct lyricism. Influenced by atmospheric chord work and classic alternative tones, the band focuses on feel and chemistry over rigid structure. With new material recorded at Fat Baby Studio in Conniston and an EP on the way, Dead Nettles represent a tight knit, creatively fearless outfit documenting their growth in real time.
Full Video - Premiers February 25th 2026 - 7pm
Next Chapter :
This episode of Next Chapter offers an engaging and authentic look into the creative world of Dead Nettles, capturing a band clearly in motion, evolving, refining, and confidently stepping into their next phase.
From the outset, the chemistry between Jet, Chris, Molly and Jack feels natural and unforced. The conversation is not overly polished, and that is part of its strength. There is a genuine sense of mateship and creative trust that comes through in the way they bounce off each other, finish thoughts, and reflect collectively on their journey. Emma’s questions guide the discussion thoughtfully, drawing out not just surface level promotion of the upcoming EP, but deeper insight into how and why the band has changed.
The discussion around recording at Fat Baby Studio in Conniston adds a subtle full circle element, particularly with members having previously studied there. It reinforces the DIY ethic that underpins the band’s growth, saving gig money, choosing their favourite tracks, and backing themselves when they felt the itch to release more. Rather than chasing trends, they are documenting their evolution.
One of the strongest aspects of the interview is the exploration of how lineup changes, particularly Jack joining, have reshaped the band’s dynamic. It is clear his presence has not just added technical skill, but fresh momentum. The band’s emphasis on intensive writing phases and their ability to compose songs within a single rehearsal highlights a rare creative fluency. Writing weekly, jamming freely, and allowing ideas to breathe without over intellectualising them has led to a natural stylistic shift. The evolution does not sound forced, it sounds earned.
Their songwriting process is another standout topic. The image of Molly quietly drafting lyrics on her phone while the band builds around a riff paints a vivid picture of organised chaos. There is humour in how they describe it, but also respect. The band’s willingness to entertain unconventional ideas, even those outside the ballpark, speaks to a healthy creative culture. Despite acknowledging limited formal musical training among some members, they have developed their own language of communication, built on patience and experimentation. That kind of organic collaboration often produces the most distinctive results.
The highlight of the episode is the introduction of “Red Handed.” The story behind its creation, a bass jam evolving into a fully realised track, sculpted around Jet’s spacey riff, perfectly encapsulates their method. The nod to The Police as an influence, particularly through add9 and seventh chord textures, gives context to the sonic direction without making it derivative. Instead, it frames the band as consciously crafting atmosphere rather than relying on straightforward chord progressions. The playful claim that it is the best riff of all time adds personality and confidence.
The live performance that closes the episode reinforces everything discussed. Lyrically, “Red Handed” balances emotional tension with repetition driven hooks. Lines like “Tell me what I don’t already know” and “I dream in and out of you” create a sense of circular longing, fitting for a band that writes in immersive jam sessions. The structure feels fluid and slightly hypnotic, mirroring the collaborative, instinct led writing process they described.
The episode captures a band at a pivotal moment, confident enough to recognise their growth, but still hungry, still experimenting, and still writing songs in the jam room just to see what happens. Dead Nettles come across not just as a promising act with an EP on the way, but as a band that genuinely enjoys the process of becoming.