Radio Free Alice Bottle Restless Energy On "Lunch Money"

Written By: Big C

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Photo Credit: Pema Baldwin

Lightning rarely announces itself before it strikes. Radio Free Alice channels a fast-moving burst of post-punk adrenaline that wastes no time making an impression on Lunch Money. Frontman Noah Learmonth delivers each line with urgency, giving the song the feeling of someone trying to outrun their own thoughts. Marking the Melbourne band's first release of 2026 and their debut on Atlantic Records, the single charges forward on jangling guitars, tightly wound rhythms, and a bassline that refuses to sit still. Written during a freezing soundcheck in Nottingham while bundled in scarves, gloves, and jackets, the song moves with the confidence of musicians trusting instinct over perfection.

Director Pema Baldwin extends that restless spirit into the music video by dropping the band into New York City and letting curiosity take the wheel. Tourist shops, crowded streets, quiet fire escapes, and unexpected moments become part of the narrative, creating a visual counterpart that mirrors the song’s sense of movement and discovery. The release arrives during a period where Radio Free Alice seem to be accelerating in every direction at once. Last year's EP Empty Words and breakout single Rule 31 earned support from outlets ranging from Stereogum to BBC 6 Music, while sold-out New York shows, a North American tour, and appearances at festivals like Shaky Knees continued building momentum. Throw "Lunch Money" on loud and see why Radio Free Alice are becoming one of Australia's most talked-about young guitar bands. Connect with Radio Free Alice on Bandcamp, Instagram, Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Music.

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