Stagger is the fifth record from Melbourne rock trio The Grogans, following 2023’s Find Me A Cloud LP. Quin Grunden (vocals, guitar, bass, keys), Angus Vasic (vocals, guitar, pedal steel) and Jordan Lewis (vocals, drums, percussion) deliver eleven quite varied songs, so we can say that their aim to create “a jagged and stylistically different album track to track” has been successful. They explore different corners of the alternative rock spectrum, with forceful vocals and groovy guitars as a common denominator, always dynamic and melodic. The musicians slow down where necessary, but compensate with hooks and warmth, such as In My Heart that surprises with carefree whistling—it suits them well.

Stagger is out now digitally and on vinyl LP through Cousin Will Records.

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