Katankin - Said The Starling

“Said the starling” is the much-anticipated debut album from Melbourne’s Katankin, a singer-songwriter who has slowly but surely been making her presence known in the indie music scene.

Following the release of her self-produced, solo debut EP “The quiet shimmer of the world” in late-2022, Katankin enjoyed a string of appearances at music festivals and a Music Victoria nomination for Best Folk Work in 2023.

Work on the album began early this year, with Katankin again arranging and producing all the tracks herself, but this time accompanied by a full band, including occasional strings and horns.

The result is a powerful, eclectic and extremely well-crafted offering, marked by the artist’s signature poeticism, razor-sharp lyrics and uniquely expressive vocal delivery. The songs by turns uplift and shatter, tenderly caress and then slam you down, showcasing the artist’s impressive range as both songwriter and singer.

“Said the starling” is out on vinyl, CD, and all digital platforms on Monday October 28th.

Album credits: 

Written, arranged and produced by Katankin
Recorded at Soundpark Studios, Paper Mache Studios and Pughouse Studios
Mixed and mastered by Philip Rex
Katankin – vocals, backing vocals, guitar & whistle
Philip Rex – double bass
Felix Bloxsom – drums & percussion
Esther Henderson – violin & viola
Declan Jones – trumpet
Photography by Steph Tout
Layout & design by Katankin