Howling Bells
Artist

Howling Bells

Type
Band
Styles
indie rock

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Howling Bells is an Australian band playing independent rock, formed in Sydney in 2004. Its music belongs to the indie rock genre, and it is a group rather than a solo act.

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Howling Bells has played London before. Last time: Hoxton Hall, November 2026.

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Latest album
Strange Life (2026)New
Formed
2004 · Sydney
Label
Bella Union

About — The artist

Howling Bells are an Australian indie rock band that formed in Sydney, New South Wales in 2004 and later relocated to the UK. The band obtained popularity following the release of its 2006 self-titled debut album. The band's current line-up consists of siblings Juanita (vocals, rhythm guitar) and Joel Stein (lead guitar), as well as drummer Glenn Moule. They are joined by bassist Jimi Wheelwright for live performances

Originally called Waikiki, the band changed its name and musical style preceding its move from Australia to England. Howling Bells' self-titled debut album was produced by Ken Nelson and released in 2006. The album charted in both the UK and Australia, and was included on several year-end lists. The band's next release, Radio Wars (2009), received mixed reviews, although it charted higher than its predecessor. Their third album, The Loudest Engine (2011), received largely favourable reviews but underperformed on the charts in comparison to the bands' two prior releases. Their fourth album, Heartstrings, was released in June 2014. A fifth, Strange Life, is slated for release in February 2026.

Howling Bells have described their sound as "melodic blues" and "country-goth." The band count acts such as The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix as influences, and have been compared to Mazzy Star and The Velvet Underground.

Text adapted from the Wikipedia article “Howling Bells” (en), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Discography

  • Howling Bells 2006
  • Radio Wars 2009
  • The Loudest Engine 2011
  • Heartstrings 2014
  • Strange Life 2026