‘We Know What We Want’: With a New Recording Studio and Label Deal, DMA’S Are Just Getting Started
Billboard caught up with DMA'S Matt Mason to discuss the band's self-recorded fifth album.
DMA’S, the Australian alternative rock band, have been living the dream for a decade now. They have gained a significant following in the United Kingdom, their spiritual home, and have performed on the biggest stages. They have earned awards, including an ARIA for best group in 2023. However, they are yet to achieve a No. 1 hit.
Their latest album, self-titled and released in August 2023, reached No. 2 on the ARIA Chart and No. 3 on the Official UK Albums Chart. This album was recorded in the band's own studio, which was purchased from a Facebook Marketplace listing by Australian Music Prize winners Hermitude. The album was largely self-produced, with contributions from various producers and musicians.
The band's frontman, Tommy O’Dell, has a powerful voice that sets their music apart. The album's 11 tracks are a mix of Britpop and Australian rock, showcasing the band's signature sound. Recording the album took roughly a year, thanks to their luxury of time in their own studio. The band's previous albums have been released through I Oh You, part of the Mushroom Group, and all reached the ARIA top 10.
The band is now signed to major label Wonderlick and Sony Music. The band members, including Johnny Took on acoustic guitar and backing vocals, Matt Mason on lead guitar, and Tommy O’Dell on lead vocals, are excited about their new major label deal. They believe this will help them reach their goal of a No. 1 hit. The band has already performed at several major festivals in the U.K., including the Hills End anniversary shows and the O2 Brixton Academy.
They have plans to perform in regional Australia and internationally in places like Italy, Japan, and the United States.
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