Meet The Pierce Brothers: From Melbourne Streets to Global Stages

If you haven’t yet discovered The Pierce Brothers, it’s time to turn the volume up and let these energetic Aussie twins into your playlist. Hailing from Melbourne, Jack and Patrick Pierce started as humble buskers on Bourke Street, captivating passers-by with raw talent, harmonies that hit you in the chest, and a live energy you can’t fake.

What began as street performances soon turned into sold-out shows, international tours, and a loyal fan base that stretches from Australia to Europe and beyond. Their music blends indie folk, blues, and roots packed with catchy hooks, stomping rhythms, and heartfelt lyrics. Think harmonicas, stompboxes, acoustic grit, and vocals that soar.

Their early EPs, including The Night Tree (2014), quickly climbed the ARIA charts, setting the tone for what would become a steady rise in the folk-rock world. In 2018, their debut album Atlas Shoulders dropped to wide acclaim, followed by 2021’s Into the Great Unknown—a sonic journey shaped by introspection, road miles, and musical growth.

In 2023, the brothers teamed up with fellow Australian powerhouse Tash Sultana on the soaring track “High & Unsteady”, showing just how far their sound has evolved. And in 2024, they celebrated the 10-year anniversary of The Night Tree with a remastered vinyl release and a special Australian tour.

The Pierce Brothers aren’t just musicians they’re storytellers, showmen, and proof that passion and persistence can turn a busking dream into a worldwide career.

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