Melys Return With Powerful Double A-Side Single: "5 Star T*ts" / "Bruises" Out 24.10

“...subject matters that are considered taboo, but Melys confronts and conducts them with a masterclass in musical ability…” — NOIZZE

Welsh indie band Melys return with a bold and uncompromising double single release, tackling themes often left in the shadows. Frontwoman Andrea Parker leads with fierce vulnerability, addressing domestic abuse in Bruises and calling out industry sexism in 5 Star t*ts—a track inspired by a real-life incident involving a dismissive and misogynistic single review from members of a very well known band in a prominent 90s music publication, stating they would award Melys another star if she (Parker) had big tits!

“The fact everyone thought it was acceptable and funny just made it worse for me as a young, nervous girl with a complex about the way I looked,” Parker recalls. “It was only made worse by the fact the publication replicated the quote on the front page too. The thing that makes me angry is the fact that 25 years later and this attitude is still going on today, literally nothing has changed!”

5 Star t*ts features a blistering guest performance from Pendulum guitarist Peredur Ap Gwynedd, whose sharp, staccato riffs perfectly complement Melys’ signature mix of driving guitars, punchy bass, and kinetic drums. A live favourite, the track balances raw energy with pointed commentary.

In contrast, Bruises is a slow-burning, brooding track that showcases Parker’s clear, emotive vocal delivery. Delicate and haunting, her voice carries an air of fragility that gradually intensifies, building to a powerful close.

Taken from their 2025 critically acclaimed 5th studio album “Second Wind”, this double release confirms Melys’ status as a band unafraid to combine lyrical depth with unmistakable musical craft.

  
Welsh Indie band Melys formed in the Snowdonia village of Betws-y-Coed in the late 90's and quickly signed for the legendary Welsh label, ‘Ankst’(Super Furry Animals, Gorky's Zygotic Mynci) 
 
With daytime and evening BBC Radio One plays from Mark Radcliffe, Steve Lamacq and Marc Riley and John Peel, the band signed a major deal, opened their own studio and label and went on to release 4 studio albums and an introducing album (released in Europe andUSA). Melys were 2002 winners of the Welsh music award for best live act, and were big favourites of legendary BBC radio DJ John Peel, and recorded 11 BBC sessions for him, going on to win Peel’s festive 50 with their song ‘Chinese Whispers’ in 2001.
  
After a long break where Andrea and Paul opened a few restaurants and Gary became an academic doctor, the band have been busy again, touring the UK with friends The Wedding Present and have just released a BBC sessions album (Vol.1) featuring sessions from Huw Stephens, John Peel and Adam Walton. Melys are currently in the studio on Anglesey mixing an album of new material with old friend and producer Gorwel Owen (Super Furries, Gorkys, Gwenno)
 

Melys are:

Andrea Parker, Paul Adams, Gary Husband, Aaron Watkinson, and Iwan Evans.
 

Artist: 'Melys'

Album Title: ''

Release Date: 24th October
Label: Recordiau Sylem
Location: Betws-Y-Coed, North Wales
Format: Digital single
Photo: Beast PR
Socials: @MelysMusic @Beastpruk
Genre: Indie-Pop 


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