With a #11 ARIA Country Chart debut album under their belt and 400k streams globally, Two Tone Pony have found an audience with their nostalgic country rock sound. Now the NSW based five-piece return with the freewheeling new single ‘ You Haven’t Heard of Me Yet’ – their first new music since 2024.
Carefree and knowingly self-aware, the new single leans into the band’s strengths: sharp storytelling and a lived-in sense of authenticity. Produced by multiple Golden Guitar Award winning producer Rod McCormack, the track feels both nostalgic and timely, capturing the spirit of chasing dreams long before the spotlight arrives.
“It was inspired by a simple question I was asked by a barmaid when I was staying at Perisher Valley skiing,” recalls frontman David Kirkpatrick. “She asked the question – tell me what you do again? I turned it into a country rock song that tells the story about chasing your dreams no matter what, along with some tongue in cheek observations on the music industry.”
Lyrically, ‘You Haven’t Heard of Me Yet’ wears its heart on its sleeve. It’s a wry snapshot of the musician’s grind – playing neighbourhood bars and measuring success in moments rather than metrics. Lines like “ You don’t make much money from a handful of streams” land with a knowing wink, while the chorus echoes quiet resilience and determination to chase “ country dreams”.
The accompanying music video – produced by Jeremy Minett from Eyes and Ears Creative – was filmed at Hardys Bay Club on the NSW Central Coast, a venue long considered the band’s spiritual home. The clip mirrors the song’s lyrics, while the prop department even features a cherished family relic.
“The video follows the song narrative of me arriving at the bar looking a bit shabby with my beat-up guitar case – actually my mother Joy’s original Martin case from 1962!”, reveals David. Shot with humour and heart, the clip celebrates the realities of grassroots music-making.
The release marks a renewed chapter for Two Tone Pony following a sabbatical through much of 2025. That time away saw the departure of founding member Ian Rhodes – a loss deeply felt within the band. Stepping into that space is accomplished multi-instrumentalist Brandon Smith.
“Ian unfortunately had to retire due to hearing concerns but Brandon on fiddle, lap steel, mandolin and guitar provides a palette of sounds and influences that open up many new possibilities and directions for the band’s songs and future direction.”
Beyond the music, frontman David Kirkpatrick brings a uniquely Australian depth to the band’s story. Recently appointed Australia Day Ambassador for the Shoalhaven District, David spent the role engaging with the community across Mollymook – ocean swimming, playing golf, celebrating local food, and performing the band’s breakout single, ‘A Life Well Lived’ at the official citizenship ceremony.
Two Tone Pony’s ability to tell truly authentic stories continues to be the backbone of the band’s appeal. ‘You Haven’t Heard of Me Yet’ doesn’t chase trends or polish away its edges – it embraces the long road, the late nights, and the quiet belief that the next song might be the one. It’s a statement of intent from a band that knows exactly who they are – even if the rest of the world is still catching up.
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