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News · 31 October 2025

JesseMelancholy Shares Nostalgic Pop Dream ‘silver sky’

By Tobias Handke

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The track is the latest from emerging local artist JesseMelancholy.

There are few artists as genre-defying as Adelaide’s JesseMelancholy. Taking inspiration from a wide range of genres, he continually delivers exciting and upbeat music. Take his latest single ‘silver sky’.

This one has a real early ‘00s pop punk vibe, blending nostalgic melodies with JesseMelancholy’s signature heartfelt lyrics. The song explores the “delicate space between curiosity and connection” and makes the perfect soundtrack to the witching hour.

‘silver sky’ is the fourth release from JesseMelancholy this year and follows on from ‘kiss the sky’, ‘sanctuary’ and ‘cranium’.

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Despite his age, JesseMelancholy has been consistently releasing emotionally rich music for several years. His experimental production and lyrics address mental health, identity and the complexities of human connection.

2025 has been a solid year for JesseMelancholy, with the creative having headlined his debut two-city tour and performed in front of hundreds of appreciative punters at WOMADelaide.

With more music on the horizon, JesseMelancholy is one artist to keep your eye on.

‘silver sky’ by JesseMelancholy is out now on all good streaming platforms.


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