Meanjin/Brisbane's Andy Martin releases sunny ode to social anxiety on latest single, 'I Don't Wanna Go Out'

Meanjin/Brisbane indie-pop singer/songwriter Andy Martin brings forth his latest single, ‘I Don’t Wanna Go Out’, an earnest hooky indie-rock anthem focusing on the trials and tribulations of dealing with social anxiety.

Fresh off the back of his debut album ‘Reverie’, released in August 2022, Andy Martin shows no signs of slowing down. Following his 11-date album tour of the East Coast, including packed shows at renowned venues such as The Black Bear Lodge, Solbar and The North Gong Hotel, Andy was eager to jump back into the studio with producer Aidan Hogg (G- Flip, Holy Holy, Hope D). The two worked together to create the glistening sonic world that is ‘I Don’t Wanna Go Out’, at Brisbane’s iconic Plutonium Studios (Tame Impala, Hatchie, WAAX). The track was mastered by Brisbane luminary Brock Weston (BUGS, Eliza & The Delusionals, Beddy Rays), who placed the final touches on the single.

‘I Don’t Wanna Go Out’ is pure indie-pop, with Andy delivering honest songwriting, channelling his inner Ben Lee and bringing a deceptively simplistic, catchy, energetic track to life. The tinniness of the acoustic guitar strumming, juxtaposing with the low end of the bass, airy pads, and compressed beats in the verses allows Andy’s vocals and storytelling to pop right through, but offers a little restraint before really bursting into the massively hooky choruses, and totally letting loose in an Aussie indie-rock ending that’s tailor-made for crowd singalongs, bringing to mind the stylings of Ball Park Music. ‘I Don’t Wanna Go Out’ is a sunny soundtrack and amp-up for those of us who face social anxiety on a daily basis.

Talking on the meaning behind ‘I Don’t Wanna Go Out’, Andy explains it began in February last year, due to the ongoing effects of the pandemic, which caused him to become more socially anxious.

“I’m constantly stuck in my head and when I wrote this, I felt stuck in my house as well (but didn’t know what to do). I feel like some people will be able to relate to this one closely. It’s hooky, fun, and playful, and Aidan and Brock really brought this one to life!”

So far, 2023 has seen Andy support industry giants 10CC, Kingswood, Ash, and Good Lekker, taking his energetic live show to the famous stages of The Fortitude Music Hall, Stones Corner Festival, and The Zoo. With a knack for crafting catchy indie-pop tunes, it’s no wonder his debut album has already cracked over half a million streams on DSP’s. Andy Martin truly has his finger on the pulse of the Australian indie music scene, and is not only one to watch, but one to jump on board with now, as his career continues to unfold in exciting new directions.

Channelling the youthful energy of The Wombats, the candour of Sam Fender and the warmth of Ball Park Music, ‘I Don’t Wanna Go Out’ launches Andy’s music into a new era.

Masterfully pairing his trademark sounds of hazy electric guitar and spirited synths with the addition of upbeat driving drums, Andy has crafted a social anxiety anthem that will live rent-free in your head and your heart.

‘I Don’t Wanna Go Out’ is now streaming on all digital platforms.