Sydney’s 51st Avenue are back and sounding heavier than ever, with their huge new track ‘Moments’ – a track that delves into new territory thematically and sonically, and is the first to feature new bandmate Anthony Carollo on bass duties.
Starting things off with a moody synth and drum machine section, vocalist Alynnis Zizza’s vocals build tension perfectly in the verse before the track erupts in the first chorus; with huge modern-metalcore riffage pushing the song to the next level. During the writing process for ‘Moments’, Zizza took more of a lighthearted approach and decided to have fun with the track lyrically – describing a one night stand, a topic that strays from the bands often more introspective lyricism.
“I’ve been waiting for a track that makes me feel like dancing so when I heard the instrumental of ‘Moments’, I couldn’t help but move. It’s really different to our other tracks so I figured why not lean into that and write about something we haven’t before. It’s also not a very long track at all so naming it ‘Moments’ and writing about a one night stand felt very appropriate and heaps of fun! I’ve also been in my mum era so a step out of that was refreshing.”
ALYNNIS ZIZZA, 51ST AVENUE
‘Moments’ is the first track written with bass player Anthony Carollo, who took on some of the songwriting load during the process. During the songwriting sessions, the band felt they needed to find a moment to really bring the track home – leading to the band’s first ever breakdown.
“This was my first time being involved in more of a formal writing process with some real intent. It was eye opening to see the process behind the scenes of a band I’ve known and admired for so long, and I loved every moment. We approached the song wanting some real signature 51st pop/rnb vibes in the verse and intros, with a melting chorus. The song evolved and we all agreed that the bridge needed to be climactic and something we haven’t done before, and so our first breakdown was born! When I listen back to the finished song it ‘s like the room stops, and I can’t wait for the world to hear what we’ve worked so hard on!”
ANTHONY CAROLLO, 51ST AVENUE
51st Avenue have made a name for themselves as a mainstay on the alternative live circuit over the last few years, with opening spots for The Beautiful Monument, Eat Your Heart Out, Hands Like Houses and more. The band have seen constant support from radio and media alike; with features from tastemakers such as Wall Of Sound, Heavy Mag, Music Feeds and Tone Deaf; and consistent airplay on triple J and triple J Unearthed.