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Divinyls

Divinyls

new wave

Australia Est. 1980

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Sound in a sentence: "The Divinyls' music thrives on propulsive grooves punctuated by sharp guitar lines, creating an urgent energy that commands attention."
The Divinyls carved out a distinct space in the music landscape of the 1980s, resonating with a generation that craved both empowerment and raw emotion. Their impact is palpable, particularly in how they disrupted conventional gender roles within rock music, offering an unapologetic voice for female desire and strength that resonated deeply with listeners.
The Divinyls carved out a distinct space in the music landscape of the 1980s, resonating with a generation that craved both empowerment and raw emotion. Their impact is palpable, particularly in how they disrupted conventional gender roles within rock music, offering an unapologetic voice for female desire and strength that resonated deeply with listeners. This approach not only transformed expectations of women in the genre but also encouraged audiences to embrace complexity in their own identities. Central to their innovation was a commitment to melding pop sensibilities with an edgy, almost confrontational sound. The band utilized sharp guitar riffs and punchy rhythms to create infectious hooks that simultaneously delivered a punch. This tension between accessibility and bold expression allowed their music to feel both personal and universal, inviting listeners into a space where vulnerability and confidence coexisted. In their songwriting, the Divinyls often explored themes of desire, independence, and defiance, delivering lyrics with a blend of irony and sincerity. Their storytelling approach frequently features vivid imagery that captures visceral experiences, while maintaining a conversational tone that makes it relatable. This balance helps convey complex emotions without losing the listener’s connection, encouraging them to reflect on their own narratives.

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Discography

30 releases • 11 studio • 1981–2008
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Singles ()

Don't Wanna Do This

Don't Wanna Do This

2007

For a Good Time

For a Good Time

1997

Human on the Inside

Human on the Inside

1996

Hard On Me

Hard On Me

1996

I'm Jealous

I'm Jealous

1995

Love School

Love School

1991

Make Out Alright

Make Out Alright

1991

I Touch Myself

I Touch Myself

1990

Hey Little Boy

Hey Little Boy

1988

Punxsie

Punxsie

1988

Heart Telegraph

Heart Telegraph

1986

Pleasure and Pain

Pleasure and Pain

1985

Sleeping Beauty

Sleeping Beauty

1985

In My Life

In My Life

1984

Good Die Young

Good Die Young

1984

Siren (Never Let You Go)

Siren (Never Let You Go)

1983

Casual Encounter

Casual Encounter

1983

Science Fiction

Science Fiction

1982

Boys in Town

Boys in Town

1981

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