Beloved Australian Indie Folk Band The Paper Kites Share New Single ‘Shake Off The Rain’
- Stevie Connor
- Oct 26
- 4 min read
Photo Credit: Tim Harris.
Melbourne-based indie folk outfit The Paper Kites have unveiled their latest single, “Shake Off The Rain,” now streaming on all platforms. Known for their subtle warmth and emotional clarity, the band has a gift for creating music that feels intimately personal yet resonates universally.
Co-produced by Matt Redlich (Tom Snowdon, Husky), “Shake Off The Rain” continues the band’s tradition of crafting melodies that linger long after the song ends. With reflective lyrics, gentle instrumentation, and a signature sense of calm, the track invites listeners to pause, reflect, and find comfort in music that speaks to shared human experiences.
Since their emergence from Melbourne’s vibrant music scene, The Paper Kites have built a reputation for songs that blend heartfelt storytelling with atmospheric soundscapes, capturing both the beauty and the melancholy of life.
“Shake Off The Rain” is another testament to their enduring artistry and the thoughtful care they bring to every note.
Fans of indie folk and those discovering the band for the first time alike will find themselves enveloped in the quiet power of this Australian ensemble’s latest work, proof that even in simplicity, there can be profound emotional depth.
The song is accompanied by an official music video, directed by lead singer Sam Bentley, shot against the serene backdrop of the farm in Melbourne’s Yarra Valley where their forthcoming album was written. Bentley reflects on the track:
"Nothing to me sounded more like what I think this band is. It’s rain-drenched, but hopeful, and a quiet, powerful song. I think when we recorded it, we captured something that you don’t always get on a record."
Last month, The Paper Kites revealed the first taste of their seventh studio album, If You Go There, I Hope You Find It, set for release on January 23rd via Nettwerk Music Group. Alongside that announcement, they shared the tender single “Every Town.” A quiet, melancholic reflection on love that lingers even as the world changes, the track exemplifies the band’s gift for crafting emotionally rich, resonant songs. There’s a warmth threaded through the sadness, a memory you don’t want to let go of, even if it stings a little.
The upcoming album also features “When The Lavender Blooms,” recorded at Melbourne’s legendary Sing Sing Studios and mixed by multi-Grammy Award winner Jon Low (Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Gracie Abrams). Intimate and achingly reflective, the record is guided by a longing for connection, simplicity, and emotional clarity. Each track unfolds like a whispered conversation, exploring moments of introspection, change, and the beauty in imperfection. Throughout, the band’s signature atmospheric sound provides a sense of familiarity, of returning home, both to oneself and to the music.
Next year, The Paper Kites will bring this deeply felt music to stages across the UK and Europe. Following sell-out shows at Koko and Kentish Town Forum, and a memorable headline performance at London’s Somerset House this summer, the band is set to play the iconic Roundhouse, along with stops at Manchester’s O2 Ritz, Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre, and more. Their headline tour promises to elevate the intimacy and power of their songs to new heights.
With over two billion global streams and 40 million monthly views across social platforms, The Paper Kites have earned a dedicated worldwide audience. Their breakout track “Bloom” remains a multi-Platinum phenomenon and has been memorably covered by Kelly Clarkson. Their music has scored poignant moments in Grey’s Anatomy, This Is Us, and Virgin River, etching itself into both television narratives and listeners’ personal milestones.
Throughout their journey, the band has collaborated with trusted contemporaries such as Lucy Rose, Nadia Reid, and Rosie Carney. Despite their influence quietly expanding—cited by artists like Zach Bryan and Lizzy McAlpine, they remain steadfast in their devotion to craft, patience, and the enduring magic of a perfectly written song.
If You Go There, I Hope You Find It is set to be a gentle yet profoundly moving exploration of human connection, hope, and the quiet power of music to accompany us through life’s reflective moments. With “Shake Off The Rain” and “Every Town”, The Paper Kites continue to reaffirm why their music has such a tender, enduring grip on listeners around the world.
Track Listing – If You Go There, I Hope You Find It
Morning Gum
Change Of The Wind
When The Lavender Blooms
Stormwall
A Word I Needed More
Shake Off The Rain
Every Town
Strongly In Your Arms
Deep (In The Plans We Made)
Borne By You
The Paper Kites 2026 UK/EU Headline Tour
Feb 17 – Belfast, Limelight
Feb 18 – Dublin, 3Olympia Theatre
Feb 19 – Glasgow, SWG3
Feb 20 – Manchester, O2 Ritz
Feb 21 – Leeds, Stylus
Feb 23 – Bristol, Electric Bristol
Feb 24 – London, Roundhouse
Feb 26 – Paris, Le Trianon
Feb 27 – Brussels, Ancienne Belgique
Feb 28 – Tilburg, 013
Mar 1 – Amsterdam, Melkweg Max
Mar 3 – Munich, Muffathalle
Mar 4 – Berlin, Metropol
Mar 5 – Hamburg, Fabrik
Mar 6 – Copenhagen, Vega
Mar 7 – Oslo, Rockefeller
With Shake Off The Rain and the forthcoming album, The Paper Kites remind us why their music feels like both a safe harbor and a gentle companion: honest, emotive, and quietly unforgettable.
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