New Music: SKIPTONS – “I Need Your Hand In This”: Melbourne’s Up‑and‑Coming Indie-Punk Crew Reach Out

SKIPTONS is a fresh-faced indie-punk quintet based in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia, featuring Finn Barnes, Jordan and Josh Vail, and Jimmy Kronberger. Since emerging around 2024, they've built a reputation for energetic riffs, raw vocal delivery, and a spirited underground ethos. Their sonic palette—rooted in indie, punk, and rock—has drawn comparisons to acts like Fontaines D.C., Viagra Boys, and Teenage Dads. Airplay on triple j Unearthed has helped them attract an engaged local following eager for high-voltage, visceral indie rock.

Released on June 8, 2025, “I Need Your Hand In This” is SKIPTONS’ most recent single. It's a driving indie-punk track with anthemic urgency and a chorus that feels like an earnest plea. Thematically, the song dives into emotional dependency and shared struggles—craving support and connection in tumultuous times. Featuring jangly guitars, punchy drums, and fervent vocals, it showcases the band's ability to pair introspective lyrics with infectious, riotous energy—cementing their status as energetic storytellers in the growing Melbourne scene.

Band Page: https://www.instagram.com/skiptonsband/