Melbourne, Australia rock outfit The Vendettas‘ brand-new album Who’s Who In The Zoo is out now through Golden Robot Records and it’s been described as their “most powerful and dynamic work to date”.
The band has also just released a video for ‘This Time Around’, that you can check out here at RAMzine.
Recorded over two years at Cavern Sound Studios and ColourSound Studios, Who’s Who In The Zoo opens fire with ‘Jealous And Evil’, a quirky track that not only sets the groove for what’s to come, but also displays that the band has taken things to the next level in the studio for their fourth album. Another highlight is ‘Lovesick Man’ a snarling, rebellious anthem that demands to be played loud and proud — A true middle finger to societal norms.
In contrast, the sweeping ballads ‘Out In The Rain’ and ‘Fly On The Wall’ showcase the band’s emotional depth and storytelling prowess. From the relentless riffage of ‘Head On Collision’ to the anthemic rally cry of ‘Raise The Weary’, Who’s Who In The Zoo is a record proves The Vendettas’ powerful versatility.
“This album is the truest expression what we feel we sound like, in a packed dive bar, with the speakers rattling” said the band. “We wanted to push the boundaries both musically and sonically, and create something we’ve never done or heard before, rather than trying to sound like something, or mimic someone else — and we think we’ve done that.”
The Vendettas‘ previous single, ‘Settle Down‘ hits hard. Beneath its wall of sound, ‘Settle Down’ is more than just a banger – It’s a callout for clarity in a chaotic world. Lyrically, the song explores the struggle to stay grounded and sane, when everything feels like it’s spiraling out of control. The vocals are equal parts frustration and defiance as they wrestle with the need to find some calm in all this noise.
The chorus is a battle cry of resilience – hooky, anthemic, and tailor-made to be bellowed in unison. The band’s tight chemistry and relentless rhythm section keep the intensity high, while the layered guitar riffs offer just enough grit to keep you coming back for more.
The singles can be streamed here and you can check out the videos here at RAMzine.
Who’s Who In The Zoo can be ordered here.
