The Slingers are an Australian alt-country group from Melbourne. They released their debut studio album Sentimentalism in July 2023.[1]

The Slingers performing at Seasonal Fruits Festival in Brisbane, September 2023

The Slingers
OriginMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
GenresAlternative country
Years active2017–present
LabelsFlightless

History

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2017–present: Formation and Sentimentalism

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The Slingers released their debut EP Fake Fruit in June 2017.[2][3] This was followed by Satin Coffin in June 2020.[4]

The Slingers released their debut studio album Sentimentalism on 7 July 2023. Vocalist Robert J. Mahon said, "It's about people finding love as they struggle through the age of loneliness. We certainly don't want to come across as cynical or making some sort of grand social commentary. It's about love, and it's a happy thing."[3]

Discography

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Albums

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List of albums, with selected details
Title Album details Peak chart positions
AUS
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Sentimentalism
  • Released: 7 July 2023[3]
  • Label: Flightless (FLT-085)
  • Format: LP, digital
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Extended plays

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List of EPs, with selected details
Title Details
Fake Fruit
  • Released: June 2017[2]
  • Label: The Slingers
  • Format: Digital
Satin Coffin
  • Released: June 2020[4]
  • Label: The Slingers
  • Format: Digital

References

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  1. ^ Young, David James (7 July 2023). "The Slingers – Sentimentalism review: underground sensations surface with an impressive "motel pop" debut". NME. Retrieved 17 July 2023.
  2. ^ a b "Track of the Day :: The Slingers – This Time". October 2017. Retrieved 16 July 2023.
  3. ^ a b c "The Slingers Share 'Down to the Bone', Announce Tour". Music Feeds. 1 June 2023. Retrieved 16 July 2023.
  4. ^ a b "Premiere The Slingers Satin Coffin". Trouble Juice. June 2020. Retrieved 16 July 2023.
  5. ^ "The ARIA Report: Week Commencing 17 July 2023". The ARIA Report. No. 1741. Australian Recording Industry Association. 17 July 2023. p. 6.