Ragingly bright post-punk quartet Ringlets emerged from Aotearoas musical ether in 2021; carving out space with their distinct blend of delicate wit, grit and evident sonic technicality. With a highly durable, machine-tested rhythm section (Arabella Poulsen, Arlo Grey) and two of Aucklands leading lyrical & melodic consultants (Lszl Reynolds, Leith Towers), Ringlets have been fast-building a solid reputation.

Following their 2023 self-titled debut, New Life is Ringlets first release in just over a year. The new single is a sharp, punchy post-punk anthem with precision and technicality to boot; merging the band’s undoubtedly New Wave influences with a crisp professionalism and oft-wry lyrical delivery courtesy of laissez-faire vocalist Leith