daste. Unveil New Album dasteWORLD, Featuring Standout Track ‘Wayside

Gold Coast smooth groove specialists daste have just dropped their highly anticipated album, dasteWORLD, a stunning 12-track collection that expands on their signature sound while diving into fresh sonic territory. Released yesterday, the album blends lush production, dreamy melodies, and introspective lyricism, marking a significant evolution for the trio.

dasteWORLD features a mix of previously released fan favourites and brand-new material, showcasing the band’s effortless ability to craft immersive soundscapes. The album’s focus track, ‘Wayside’, was born out of a free-flowing studio session with longtime collaborator Maxwell Byrne (Golden Vessel, 1tbsp), whose open-ended creative approach helped shape the track’s unique energy.

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“We’re so excited to share ‘Wayside’ with the world—it’s one of those songs that came to life in a way we didn’t expect. We had a session in August,2023 with Maxwell Byrne (1tbsp, Golden Vessel) and it was all about letting go of any pressure and allowing the music to unfold naturally. We went in not knowing exactly where things would go, but Max’s approach of staying open and creating without boundaries was a game-changer.” – daste.

Lyrically, ‘Wayside’ explores the idea of ‘ignorance is bliss,’ reflecting on the power of tuning out negativity and focusing on personal growth. The track’s warm instrumentation and laid-back groove perfectly capture daste.’s signature soul-infused indie sound, making it a standout moment on the album.

With dasteWORLD, daste continue to prove why they are one of Australia’s most exciting indie acts, delivering an album that is equal parts captivating, introspective, and effortlessly cool. Now streaming everywhere, this is a record that demands to be experienced from start to finish.