The Rions
Australian indie rock band
The Rions are an Australian indie rock band from the Northern Beaches, New South Wales. The band consists of Noah Blockley (lead vocals, bass guitar), Harley Wilson (guitar), Asher McLean (guitar), and Tom Partington (drums). In 2021, they were announced as the winners of Australian national youth broadcaster Triple J's Unearthed High competition for their song "Night Light". Musically, they are an indie rock and pop band, and cite fellow Northern Beaches bands Lime Cordiale and Ocean Alley as influences.
Career
2016-2024: Career beginnings and early EPs
The Rions formed in 2016, consisting of lead vocalist and bass guitarist, Noah Blockley, guitarists Harley Wilson and Asher McLean, and drummer Tom Partington. They met at a year 7 talent quest.
In 2020 they released the singles "Halfway Out", "Sadie" and Head Still Hurts" whilst in year 11.
On 9 April 2021, they released the single "Night Light". On 19 August, the Rions were announced as the winner's Australian youth broadcaster Triple J's Unearthed High competition for their song "Night Light". Included as part of their prize was a mentoring session with duo Lime Cordiale and a support slot on fellow Unearthed High winner George Alice's next national tour.
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