Kristina Wilson Stuns With Debut Album Dating Broken Boys

Australian indie artist Kristina Wilson has delivered a debut that feels as raw as it is radiant with the release of her first full-length record, Dating Broken Boys. Across twelve captivating tracks, Wilson crafts a sonic journey of heartbreak, resilience, and self-discovery which is certain to cement herself as one of Australia’s most exciting new voices in indie-pop.

From the opening notes of Letting That Boy Go, it’s clear that Wilson’s artistry leans on honesty and vulnerability. Her trembling, intimate vocals guide the listener through both the depths of loss and the heights of empowerment. Standout singles like It Was Fun and Dumbitchitis showcase her knack for blending buoyant melodies with sharp, tongue-in-cheek lyricism, while tracks like Mother Wound and Garden Alone anchor the album in aching reflection. The ethereal closer Who They Are leaves the listener with both catharsis and a lingering sense of hope.

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Musically, Dating Broken Boys is rich in genre-blending indie-pop textures, drawing comparisons to artists such as Phoebe Bridgers, Julia Jacklin, HAIM, and Samia. Co-produced alongside Ethan Saunders and Ian Mehrle, the record balances warm instrumentation with moments of quiet intensity, elevating Wilson’s storytelling without ever overshadowing it.

“While writing the album, I would be on my phone, or chat to an old friend or a stranger, and it felt like stories with similar threads were finding me. This informed the way the project came together as it became an expression of my healing journey as well as a way of processing and dissecting a collective experience — I wanted these songs to be a companion to others, as they had been to me.”

What makes Dating Broken Boys so special is its universality. Written in a tiny Forestville studio in early 2023, Wilson took her own heartbreak and turned it into a collective reflection on love, healing, and identity. Each song feels like a companion for anyone navigating the messy aftermath of romance, transforming deeply personal stories into something profoundly communal.

This debut album sees Kristina Wilson not just introduce herself, she sets the stage for a long, impactful career. Dating Broken Boys is more than an album; it’s a beautifully honest document of resilience that indie-pop fans won’t want to miss.