Today brings the release of ‘Right Where You Are’ the latest single from the innovative Adelaide artist Dustyn. Out as of Friday September 20, this track marks the first instalment of Dustyn’s highly anticipated debut EP, Midnight Movements.
Blending lo-fi soul with stunningly cinematic string arrangements, ‘Right Where You Are’ masterfully marries modern and vintage influences, creating a uniquely immersive soundscape. The single is a poignant exploration of deep love and the vulnerability inherent in believing that your feelings are reciprocated. Dustyn’s evocative lyrics and rich, atmospheric production capture the surreal, terrifying, yet brilliant essence of love. On the influences driving the new single, Dustyn has said:
“I was inspired by the moment in Wizard of Oz where Dorothy steps out of the fallen house and into munchkin land for the first time. As she opens the door to the technicolour world, the sound of the wind is an incredible vocal arrangement, alluding to different melodies and hook lines from the rest of the soundtrack. The way the vocals moved like the wind always blew me away and I wanted to emulate that somewhere in this song. So in the moment right before the final chorus I arranged my vocals in a similar way so that it feels like the song steps back into technicolour for the end.” DUSTYN
Written late at night on piano—an instrument Dustyn is less known for, given his reputation as a guitarist— ‘Right Where You Are’showcases a new dimension of his songwriting skills. The track features lush string arrangements by Ross Irwin, renowned for his work with Cat Empire and The Bamboos, adding distinctive string lines to the composition. Mixing was handled by Francois Tetaz (Gotye, Kimbra, Lior, Baz Luhrmann films) whose Grammy-winning touch brought a cinematic depth to the track, cutting to the core of what the song is with his less-is-more approach, ensuring that each note resonates with emotional impact.
Single Art by: Michelle Grace Hunder
Known for his previous work as the frontman of beloved South Australian blues-rock band WANDERERS, Dustyn has been one of the brilliant minds and creative forces behind tracks like ‘Off My Back’, which on its own sits at over 1.5 million streams on Spotify.
Recently performing under the name for the first time at the 2024 Adelaide Guitar Festival, Dustyn was met with a standing ovation at the end of his performance at the Dunstan Playhouse.
As the first release under his new solo project of Dustyn, and the first song written for the upcoming Midnight Movements EP, ‘Right Where You Are’ sets the stage for a body of work that promises to be both introspective and profound. This release showcases Dustyn’s distinctive ability to fuse genres and evoke deep emotional responses, establishing a new benchmark for his evolving artistry.
