Australian indie rock band Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers are set to release their highly anticipated second studio album, GLORY, on November 7. Following a busy year of touring across North America and opening arenas for Pearl Jam, the band is ready to showcase their latest work through Mom + Pop.
Produced by three-time Grammy winner Catherine Marks, known for her work with boygenius and Wolf Alice, GLORY features previously released tracks like “Balcony” and “Unscarred,” along with the new single “MOTHER.” The latest track marks a milestone for guitarist Scarlett McKahey, who takes the lead vocals for the first time.
“MOTHER” starts as a slow, brooding blues number and escalates into an intense, full-throttle chorus. According to the band, the song celebrates strong women and confronts the mistreatment of women by men throughout history. McKahey delivers powerful lyrics, including the line, “I shall not suffer a holy man’s crusade,” reflecting the song’s fiery message of anger and resilience.
GLORY arrives at a peak moment in the band’s career. Formed a decade ago in Canberra, the group consists of Anna Ryan (lead vocals, guitar), Scarlett McKahey (guitar, vocals), Jaida Stephenson (bass), and Neve van Boxsel (drums). Their debut album, I Love You, reached No. 6 on the ARIA Chart, establishing them as rising stars in the Australian rock scene.
Teen Jesus gained further recognition at SXSW Sydney 2023, performing a breakout showcase for Spotify. The platform later named them among its worldwide New Noise Artists to Watch in 2024, alongside acts like Chappell Roan and Tyla.
In 2024, the band expanded their international reach by signing with New York-based Mom + Pop Music and Warner Chappell for publishing. Mom + Pop released a deluxe edition of their debut album, I Love You Too, featuring collaborations with Softcult and The Linda Lindas. The album earned the 2024 AIR Award for Best Independent Rock Album or EP.
Teen Jesus’ growing acclaim included a memorable performance opening the 2024 ARIA Awards, where they also won the Michael Gudinski Breakthrough Artist award. Their live resume now includes supporting Foo Fighters in Australia and opening for Pearl Jam in both the U.S. and Australia.
Reflecting on their journey, Anna Ryan described the experience as surreal. “Everything that has happened has been completely unbelievable. To even be in proximity to those heavyweight bands is crazy, let alone playing on the same stages,” she said.
With GLORY, Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers continue to push boundaries in indie rock, delivering powerful anthems that combine sharp songwriting with dynamic performances. Fans can expect raw emotion, memorable hooks, and the band’s signature energy on the new record.
GLORY is available worldwide on November 7 through Mom + Pop, marking the next chapter in Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers’ extraordinary rise in the global rock scene.
