The Inadequates

Progressive Acoustic/Indie Folk Trio- Brisbane, Australia

Splicing the intimacy of folk music with the exhilarating energy of a modern rock ensemble.

The Inadequates are a high-energy acoustic trio rapidly gaining momentum in the Australian folk scene. Known for their embroidered suits and huge sound, they push the limits of their acoustic instruments across festivals nationwide, delivering shows that feel as expansive as they are intimate.

Bio

✈️ Debut headline East Coast Australia tour sold out across 6 cities:Sydney, Canberra, Wollongong, Newcastle, Port Macquarie & Tamborine Mountain, 5 of 6 shows sold out without a supporting act
🎟️ 859 tickets sold across headline tour
🏕️ Performed at 20+ Folk Festivals including:
The National, The Gympie Muster, Dorrigo Folk & Bluegrass
💿 116 Vinyl (First Pressing) sold out on tour - additional pressing was required for Brisbane show
📻 540+ radio spins (community + national)
🎧 145k+ Spotify streams on debut album (released 28th Aug)

Highlights

Listen / Watch: Spotify · Apple Music · YouTube
Connect: Instagram · Facebook · theinadequatesband@gmail.com

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