The Boxer Rebellion have blended indie rock with dreamy melancholy and a sharp live energy

For over twenty years, The Boxer Rebellion have blended indie rock with dreamy melancholy and a sharp live energy. With albums like Ocean by Ocean and Promises. featuring the hit single Diamonds. the band built an international following. Their signature sound, melodic, immersive, and layered, is driven by the compelling voice of frontman Nathan Nicholson.

Today, they release the LP The Second I’m Asleep. Across ten tracks, the band explores the emotional landscapes of life: moments of clarity amidst chaos, letting go of old ghosts, and the challenge of understanding yourself in a fast-changing world. Recorded during an intense creative burst, the songs were shaped by instinct rather than analysis, resulting in an album full of spontaneity and emotional honesty