Sweetie's DIY Miniature City Music Video for 'Pay Rise'
The punk-rock group Sweetie from Sydney/Warrane, made up of Lily Keenan, Rikki Clark, and Lucy Warriner, is set to launch their first album titled 'Dogtooth' on September 25th. They have released a DIY music video for their single 'Pay Rise,' which features a miniature city crafted from recycled materials. Directed by the band, the video delves into themes of competition for wealth and influence. The album's journey began in 2024 with a grant that facilitated a songwriting retreat in Goulburn. The title track, 'Dogtooth,' reflects on unconditional love. Formed during the COVID pandemic, the band admires local acts such as Sweet Boy Sonnet and Ponzi Scheme. Their earlier video was shot on a friend's farm in Orange, Wiradjuri Country.
Key facts
- Sweetie is a Sydney/Warrane punk-rock trio consisting of Lily Keenan, Rikki Clark, and Lucy Warriner.
- Their debut album 'Dogtooth' is set for release on September 25th.
- The music video for 'Pay Rise' features a miniature city built from recycled materials.
- The city was originally meant to be Sydney but represents any global CBD.
- The video was directed by the band, with set design by Rikki Clark and dioramas by Lily Keenan.
- Producer Anna Laverty was the first to hear the album in full.
- The song 'Dogtooth' was inspired by a loved one's snaggle teeth.
- The album was funded by a grant received in 2024.
- The band's previous music video for 'Dogtooth' was filmed on a farm in Orange, Wiradjuri Country, directed by Imogen Grist.
- The band's pre-show ritual includes scrambling outfits and taking a cheap tequila shot.
Entities
Artists
- Lily Keenan
- Rikki Clark
- Lucy Warriner
- Anna Laverty
- Imogen Grist
- Elmo
- Aggie
Institutions
- Sweetie
- Sweet Boy Sonnet
- Ponzi Scheme
- Perfect Actress
- My Guardian Angel
Locations
- Sydney
- Warrane
- Goulburn
- Orange
- Wiradjuri Country