Raw but sophisticated, bohemian but sort of artistically adherent (in a good way), the alt rock fever high of "Survivor" by Aussie Sydneysider vegetarian punk-rocker singer-songwriter Jovi Skyler feels at once like the stuff of parted velvet curtains and busker punk at the same time. I like those dichotomies creative spirit and maybe (to me) the decade that this track screams out at me is both the 90's and the early aughts and I thought of an amalgam of Tiger Trap, Teenage Wrist, Brian Aubert (Silversun Pickups), Billy Corgan and MGMT and more artists on the tip of my tongue but unable to identify at this time.
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[Jovi Skyler, the one-man orchestra, released his debut LP “Nothing to Do” on the 19th of May 2023. Critics and fans alike have lauded the album for its undeniable sincerity and authentic approach to storytelling, resonating directly from the songwriter’s soul. The album was reviewed on more than 20 highly regarded music blogs and magazines such as, Obscure Sound, Rock The Pigeon, buffaBLOG, Music & Fashion, Happy Mag and B-Side Guys to name a few. All of the tracks off of the album that have been released as singles have seen strong radio support throughout Australia, USA, UK and Japan. They have also been charted in the top 10 on numerous occasions on highly regarded radio stations that are part of Radio Indie Alliance. “Never Wanted” was charted to no.1 on Punk Rock Demonstration. “Got It Wrong” was charted to no.3 for two consecutive weeks on Banks Radio Australia. “If You Think So” and “Got It Wrong” picked up commercial radio airplay in Detroit Rock City, on Motor City Riffs on 101 WRIF - FM Detroit.]
““Survivor” is about surviving the journey that is life with all its ups and downs.” - Jovi Skyler
-Robb Donker Curtius
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THE FACTS AS WE KNOW THEM
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzkAHYr3QoVoj8aO7MqHamg
https://joviskyler.bandcamp.com/
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Punk, alternative rock with an early '90s spirit and a twist of psychedelia.
Jovi Skyler is a Sydneysider vegetarian punk-rocker singer-songwriter and DIY music video maker. Skyler has dedicated many years to his craft as a songwriter since picking up the guitar. Having studied at the Conservatorium of Music for a spell before dropping out, he proceeded to live abroad in Europe for over two years gigging under various monikers as a staunch soloist playing only original songs unplugged in cafes, bars and other venues. It was during this time that Jovi’s consistent exposure to entertainment hubs fermented his creative fervour and desire to focus a light on the dynamics of heady distractions.
“With an irrepressible cool straight out of the 90s grunge era, Jovi Skyler struts in jagged riffs, lo-fi vocals, and frenetic jaunts into frenzied choruses. A song that wears its heart plainly on its leather jacket sleeve. ”- Yack! Magazine
“With anthemic vocal attentions, and lyrics of another level, the hung over deliverance of the song is crystal clear with Weezer/Nirvana-like grit and mesmerizingly attractive authority.” - Comeherefloyd
“Uncompromisingly angsty and electrifying." - Hysteria Mag
"Strains of Elliott Smith tones can be heard throughout." - Scenestr
“A real beaut and it is raw, and giving me modern Sonic Youth vibes.” - Eat This Music
“Expect some massive riffs, even bigger hooks, and nostalgia in absolute spades.” - Happy Mag
Jovi Skyler’s self-titled debut EP released at the start of the global pandemic. A distorted jaunt of twisted post-grunge structures and incisive takes on the surrounding world. Its second single “We Went to the Zoo” received extensive support on US college radio.
In 2021, the release of “Danger Land” and “Tattoos” were hailed by tastemakers and fans alike. The tracks honed Jovi’s ability to craft his own psychedelic music videos with a DIY ethic during the lockdowns in Sydney. It also shifted Skyler’s focus towards some of the real issues that people are dealing with.
Jovi Skyler, the one-man orchestra, released his debut LP “Nothing to Do” on the 19th of May 2023. Critics and fans alike have lauded the album for its undeniable sincerity and authentic approach to storytelling, resonating directly from the songwriter’s soul. The album was reviewed on more than 20 highly regarded music blogs and magazines such as, Obscure Sound, Rock The Pigeon, buffaBLOG, Music & Fashion, Happy Mag and B-Side Guys to name a few. All of the tracks off of the album that have been released as singles have seen strong radio support throughout Australia, USA, UK and Japan. They have also been charted in the top 10 on numerous occasions on highly regarded radio stations that are part of Radio Indie Alliance. “Never Wanted” was charted to no.1 on Punk Rock Demonstration. “Got It Wrong” was charted to no.3 for two consecutive weeks on Banks Radio Australia. “If You Think So” and “Got It Wrong” picked up commercial radio airplay in Detroit Rock City, on Motor City Riffs on 101 WRIF - FM Detroit.
Jovi Skyler, the lone wolf, is a songwriting machine, and is the epitome of underground and DIY, as he literally does every single thing himself that incorporates his music, thus a true reflection of the artist himself. Skyler premiered “Nervosa” and its DIY music video on the 5th of October 2023 at The AU Review. "Virtual Reality" and its music video, released just a month later, gained further support and critical acclaim. Get ready to go full out grunge and wear your favorite flannel shirt, as Survivor and its new music video is set to be released on the 19th of January 2024. Armed with a full tank of socio-cultural observations, Jovi and his guitar are primed to go, guaranteed to get you grooving with its wild and rebellious swagger.
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