Trees of Lower Hutt

The Close Readers return with character-driven alt-rock exploring youth, loss, and memory. Fronted by novelist Damien Wilkins, the band weaves intimate storytelling through energetic guitars, drums, and bass—tackling themes from nostalgia and mortality to social commentary. Features guests Luke Buda, David Long, Felix Bornholdt, and Andy Horwood, with Lucy Wilkins adding distinctive vocal presence alongside Wilkins' sharp, narrative-led songwriting.