CLEWS is an Australian indie pop-rock duo formed by sisters Lily and Grace Richardson. Hailing from Mollymook and based in Sydney, the duo emerged in the late 2010s as part of a vibrant wave of Australian guitar-pop.
Their sound is characterized by a sophisticated approach to vocal harmonies, drawing heavily on the '90s anthemic balladry' they were raised on, while maintaining the grit of contemporary indie rock. Signed to Wonderlick Entertainment, they have become staples of the Triple J rotation and the Australian festival circuit. Their career arc shows a steady evolution from straightforward guitar-pop to more complex, layered arrangements seen in their 2020s releases. Critically, they are praised for their 'vocal telepathy' and their ability to bridge the gap between radio-friendly pop and credible alternative rock. They occupy a cultural space similar to contemporaries like Middle Kids or Hatchie, blending shoegaze-adjacent textures with high-energy power pop hooks.
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