PACIFIC AVENUE RETURN WITH NEW SINGLE “WORKING CLASS HERO”
PACIFIC AVENUE RETURN WITH NEW SINGLE “WORKING CLASS HERO”
A heartfelt tribute to their hometown roots
Australian indie-rock outfit Pacific Avenue return with their highly anticipated new single and video “Working Class Hero”, a track that pays homage to the band’s upbringing in the coastal towns of Kiama and Gerringong. Blending their signature anthemic rock sound with deeply personal storytelling, the song shines a spotlight on the resilience, loyalty, and quiet strength of regional communities across Australia.
“’Working Class Hero’ serves as a tribute to our hometowns of Kiama and Gerringong, and the hardworking people who keep them alive. Growing up in small regional towns, we were shaped by a tight community where loyalty and perseverance ran deep.
As we pursued music, moving away from home brought a sense of guilt—leaving behind family and friends. The song’s verses reflect the nostalgia of growing up with a close friend and the joys of small-town life, while the chorus explores the regret and longing of wondering if we’d made the right choice to leave. While we love being on the road and touring, part of us misses the integrity of actively contributing to a community.
For the music video we wanted to convey the heroism that often goes unnoticed, showcasing a town built on grit, loyalty, and quiet perseverance, which are values that helped build our identity before music became a career, and hope this leaves viewers with a renewed appreciation for their own communities.” — Pacific Avenue
With soaring guitar lines, heartfelt lyrics, and a chorus built for stadium singalongs, “Working Class Hero” captures the band’s growth while staying rooted in the authenticity of their origins. The new single also accompanied by the official music video (watch here) kickstarts the bands next era following the major success of their debut album 'Flowers' in 2023, which achieved #1 ARIA Australian Album Chart, #3 ARIA overall Album Chart, #4 ARIA Vinyl Chart, plus received two ARIA Nominations for 'Best Rock Album' and 'Michael Gudinski Breakthrough Artist'.
The band have garnered widespread praise from NME, The Guardian, Clash Magazine (UK), Atwood Magazine (USA) and Wonderland Magazine (UK), and their songs have also received extensive playlist support from Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Manchester United, BBC One and BT Sport.
Pacific Avenue continue to cement themselves as one of Australia’s most exciting modern indie-rock bands. “Working Class Hero” offers a new chapter in their story - an anthem that resonates with anyone who has ever left home in pursuit of a dream yet never stopped carrying their roots with them.
The band are currently halfway through Aussie East Coast live tour dates previewing their upcoming new music to fans with dates and tickets available via www.pacificavenue.com.au
“Working Class Hero” is available on all streaming platforms now.
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