The Rions

The Rions
The Rions performing in Christchurch, New Zealand in 2025
Background information
OriginNorthern Beaches, Sydney, New South Wales
Genres
Years active2016–present
LabelsCommunity Music (UNIFIED Music Group)
Members
  • Noah Blockley
  • Harley Wilson
  • Asher McLean
  • Tom Partington
Websitetherions.com

The Rions are an Australian four-piece indie rock band from the Northern Beaches, New South Wales. The band consists of Noah Blockley (lead vocals, bass guitar), Harley Wilson (guitar), Asher McLean (guitar), and Tom Partington (drums). In 2021, they were announced as the winners of Australian national youth broadcaster Triple J's Unearthed High competition for their song "Night Light". Musically, they are an indie rock and pop band, and cite fellow Northern Beaches bands Lime Cordiale and Ocean Alley as influences.

Career

2016-2024: Career beginnings and early EPs

The Rions formed in 2016, consisting of lead vocalist and bass guitarist, Noah Blockley, guitarists Harley Wilson and Asher McLean, and drummer Tom Partington.[1][2] They met at a year 7 talent quest.[3]

In 2020 they released the singles "Halfway Out", "Sadie" and Head Still Hurts" whilst in year 11.[3]

On 9 April 2021, they released the single "Night Light".[4] On 19 August, the Rions were announced as the winner's Australian youth broadcaster Triple J's Unearthed High competition for their song "Night Light". Included as part of their prize was a mentoring session with duo Lime Cordiale and a support slot on fellow Unearthed High winner George Alice's next national tour.[5] On 1 December 2021, they released the single "Disassociation".[6] Alongside the announcement, the band revealed that they had signed with UNIFIED Music Group.[7]

In July 2024, The Rions released "Physical Medicine" and announced their second EP. Happiness in a Place It Shouldn't Be, which was released on 27 September 2024.[8] The EP received significant attention, reaching number 35 on the ARIA charts.[9] The tracks "Physical Medicine" and "Passionfruit" were also voted onto Triple J's Hottest 100 of 2024, placing at 46 and 61 respectively.[10]

2025: Everything Every Single Day

On 19 March 2025, the band released their first single for their upcoming project, "Shut You Out".[11] They shared a second single, "Maybe I'm Just a Freak", on 28 May 2025.[12] On 22 July 2025, the band released the third single "Tonight's Entertainment", along with announcing their debut album Everything Every Single Day, as well as a national headline tour.[13] The album is set to release on 3 October 2025, the day their headlining tour begins.

In December 2025, the band is joining the Spilt Milk festival line-up alongside fellow Australian indie-rock bands The Dreggs and Rum Jungle, as well as international headliners Kendrick Lamar and Doechii.[14]

Musical style and influences

The Rions have been described as indie rock and pop.[5][15] They have been likened to the Vanns, in addition to fellow Northern Beaches acts Lime Cordiale and Ocean Alley.[5][16] They list Ani DiFranco, Arctic Monkeys, Aretha Franklin, Bryan Adams, Leon Bridges, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, and the Beatles as musical influences.[1][15]

Band members

  • Noah Blockley – lead vocals, bass guitar
  • Harley Wilson – guitar
  • Asher McLean – guitar
  • Tom Partington – drums

Discography

Studio albums

List of studio albums, with selected details and peak chart positions
Title Details Peak chart positions
AUS
Everything Every Single Day To be released

Extended plays

List of EPs, with selected details and peak chart positions
Title Details Peak chart positions
AUS
[18]
Minivan —
Happiness in a Place It Shouldn't Be
  • Released: 27 September 2024[8]
  • Format: LP, digital
  • Label: Community Music
 35

Singles

List of singles, with year released and album name shown
Title Year Certifications Album
"Halfway Out"[20][3] 2020 Non-album singles
"Sadie"[21][3]
"Head Still Hurts"[3]
"Night Light"[5] 2021
"Disassociation"[7]
"Anakin"[23] 2022
"Scary Movies"[24] 2023 Minivan
"Minivan"[25]
"Sweet Cocoon"[26] 2024 Happiness in a Place It Shouldn't Be
"Physical Medicine"[8]
"Time Will Tell"[27]
"Shut You Out"[28] 2025 Everything Every Single Day
"Maybe I'm Just a Freak"[29]
"Tonight's Entertainment"[30]

Awards and nominations

AIR Awards

The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as AIR Awards) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2025 Happiness in a Place It Shouldn't Be Best Independent Rock Album or EP Nominated [31]
Twnty Three PR for Happiness in a Place It Shouldn't Be Independent Publicity Team of the Year Nominated

Rolling Stone Australia Awards

The Rolling Stone Australia Awards are awarded annually by the Australian edition of Rolling Stone magazine for outstanding contributions to popular culture in the previous year.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2024 The Rions Best New Artist Nominated [32]
2025 The Rions Rolling Stone Readers Award Shortlisted [33]

Triple J Unearthed High

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2021 Themselves Unearthed High Competition Won [5]

References

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  2. ^ "Local band unearthed". Northern Beaches Advocate. 20 August 2021. Archived from the original on 28 August 2021. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
  3. ^ a b c d e "Meet The Rions, the Sydney teens making brilliant indie-rock with Head Still Hurts". The Music. 24 November 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2025.
  4. ^ "Night Light – Single by the Rions on Apple Music". Apple Music. 9 April 2021. Archived from the original on 22 January 2022. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
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  10. ^ "Hottest 100 2024". Triple J. 25 January 2025. Retrieved 26 July 2025.
  11. ^ Kennedy, Jade (20 March 2025). "The Rions Return with Bold New Single 'Shut You Out'". Rolling Stone Australia. Archived from the original on 20 March 2025. Retrieved 26 July 2025.
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  13. ^ Fry, Courtney (23 July 2025). "The Rions are taking their debut album on tour in spring". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 26 July 2025.
  14. ^ George, Owen (2 May 2025). "Spilt Milk Drops Blockbuster 2025 Lineup". Gold Coast Magazine. Archived from the original on 12 May 2025. Retrieved 26 July 2025.
  15. ^ a b Lochrie, Conor (14 February 2022). "By the Pier announces exciting addition to 2022 lineup". Tone Deaf. Archived from the original on 14 February 2022. Retrieved 27 March 2022.
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  20. ^ "Halfway Out – Single by the Rions on Apple Music". Apple Music. 13 March 2020. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
  21. ^ "Sadie – Single by the Rions on Apple Music". Apple Music. 13 March 2020. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
  22. ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2024 Singles" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 14 October 2024.
  23. ^ "The Rions | triple j Unearthed". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 28 January 2023.
  24. ^ "The Rions Release "Scary Movies"". Milky Milky Milky. 21 March 2023. Retrieved 4 August 2025.
  25. ^ "The Rions - Minivan (Official Video)". YouTube. 14 June 2023. Retrieved 4 August 2025.
  26. ^ "The Rions Drop 'Badass' New Song 'Sweet Cocoon', Announce National Tour Dates". Music Feeds. 19 April 2024. Retrieved 19 April 2024.
  27. ^ "The Rions Announce EP Tour, Share "Time Will Try"". Music Feeds. 28 August 2025. Retrieved 4 August 2025.
  28. ^ "The Rions Kick Off 2025 with "Shut You Out"". AAA Backstage. 20 March 2025. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
  29. ^ "You Need to Hear: The Rions "Maybe I'm Just a Freak"". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 7 June 2025. Retrieved 8 June 2025.
  30. ^ "The Rions Share New Track "Tonight's Entertainment", Announce Headline Australian Tour". The Note. 23 July 2025. Retrieved 26 July 2025.
  31. ^ "The Nominees for the 2025 AIR Awards Are Here". The Note. 13 May 2025. Retrieved 17 May 2025.
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  33. ^ "2025 Rolling Stone Australia Awards: Longlist Revealed". Rolling Stone Australia. 5 March 2025. Retrieved 6 March 2025.
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