Rising Australian pop artist Oliver Cronin has teamed up with 2023 ARIA nominated Charley on their playful new single, “Girl Next Door“, which hears them both vying for the same girl. Additionally, he has announced that his new EP, Halfway To Paradise will be released on October 3rd via WMG Australia / Warner Records. The new track arrives alongside a cheeky video directed by Kyle Caulfield, which can be seen now below.
A jubilant pop track helmed by two of Australia’s latest pop visionaries, today’s release feels fresh, exciting, and bursting with energy. Intertwined with brooding production and big synths, this song provides an anthemic soundscape that feels like a true centre-piece on the upcoming EP.
“I’ve been wanting to work with Charley on a track for years and when I finished the verse I knew I had to hit her up to jump on. I found it really cool to show a love triangle with a twist, and when she sent me back her verse I knew it would take the track to the next level. The music video was so much fun, and working with Kyle was a breeze.” says Oliver of the song.
“Oliver sent me this song a couple months ago and asked me to put a verse on it if I liked it. Turns out I loved it, and we wrote the rest of the song together and made it about wanting the same girl! I love how much of a duet it is, especially when the bridge hits. And side note, I have loved working with Oliver so much, he’s such a goofy lil superstar and it’s rare to find people that lift you up as a human and match your fun side which is so important when making music. Have to remember it’s a fun process instead of being too serious about it.” says Charley.
Halfway to Paradise represents his personal and artistic evolution since the release of his debut EP, Beautiful Nightmare. The new EP encapsulates Oliver’s experiences and growth, offering listeners a deeper insight into his journey. Alongside “Girl Next Door” the eclectic collection features the recent singles, the vulnerable “In The End,” the propulsive “Burning House” and the dark and distorting “Hello Goodbye.”
2024 has been a whirlwind year for Oliver so far which began with his sold out debut headline tour and was then heightened by partnering with Warner Records globally, working with the team that has propelled artists like Teddy Swims, Benson Boone, and Zach Bryan to stardom. The partnership was solidified during an extensive promotional trip in April which also saw him co-write with Trinidad James (“Uptown Funk”), attend Coachella, and perform showcases in Toronto and Berlin. He then traveled to Singapore to perform at Music Matters and returned to Australia just in time to attend Australian Fashion Week, where he graced the PE Nation, Mastani, and Injury shows.