Holding down a space where shoegaze’s fixation on texture gives way to bass-forward momentum, Melbourne/Naarm outfit Chief Executive Officer bring a hot and emotive set of songs built on inventive drumming, crisp guitar leads and lead-like bass.

At the centre is front woman Hayley, whose hook-driven vocal melodies overlay the band’s restraint and post punk substance.

Chief Executive Officer are steadily building momentum within Melbourne’s independent music scene. Catch them on the rise at The Tote on Thursday 13 August.

Chief Executive Officer / Amber Richmond and band / Micah