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A New Chapter for Steph Strings

Melbourne multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Steph Strings has many strings, both literally and figuratively, to her creative bow. In early 2026, a brand new chapter will unfold with the release of Steph’s long-awaited debut album, Feel Alive. This exciting album is set to launch on Friday, 9 January 2026. Along with this announcement, Steph has unveiled a new single and music video. The smouldering country-pop track, Devil Woman, was released today.

The Sound of Devil Woman

Laden with Steph’s trademark intricate guitar work and emphatic lyricism, Devil Woman bustles with driving beats, hazy textures, and hypnotic melodies. Steph’s ardent vocals take centre stage in sumptuous fashion. The track boasts a bluesy swagger, channeling influences from Elvis Presley, John Butler, Ash Grunwald, and Bella Mackenzie. It also channels cinematic and real-world icons, infused with attitude, groove, and powerful country-pop elements.

“The single is about an evil woman that will never change,” shares Steph. “I was picturing some iconic female villains when I was writing this, such as Cruella de Vil, Maleficent, and Bellatrix Lestrange (and even some people I know personally!). This really allowed me to exaggerate the idea of what a devil woman really is.”

A New Visual Experience

Produced by 2023 GCMA Producer of the Year Jared Adlam and mastered by George Georgiadis (Royal Otis, Matt Corby, Hockey Dad), Devil Woman dives into vivid new waters for Steph. The track’s accompanying music video steps beyond her trademark coastal visual stylings, marking a brand-new chapter.

“Jared really brought the song to life and pushed me to explore some punchy country sounds,” shares Steph. “The film clip was produced by OneHouse Productions (Boy & Bear, 360, Jerome Farah), who I’ve worked with since the very beginning. One of the founders (Fin Sampson) is my childhood friend. The first day we met at age 13, we promised we would make music videos together.”

A Cinematic Ode to Americana

The music video, filmed in Little River, Victoria, is a cinematic ode to dusty Americana. Shot in the back of an old truck rumbling down the road, the Devil Woman music video combines wide, open landscapes with eye-catching guitar playing. It feels like you’re in an outback Americana movie, complete with banjos, silos, and a theme of adventure!

“I’ve always wanted to play guitar in the trailer of a car, speeding down a dirt road,” says Steph. “I finally got to live out that Americana dream!” The film clip perfectly visualizes this adventurous country hit, taking you on an outback journey and leaving you wondering, “Who is the devil woman?”

The Journey of Feel Alive

Teaming up with producer Tim Hart (Boy & Bear) for the entirety of Feel Alive, along with Alice Ivy for the track Three Wishes and Adlam for Devil Woman, Steph’s upcoming debut album traverses themes of gratitude, longing, and chasing dreams. It balances moments of folk, rock, country, pop, and unbridled honesty.

Feel Alive transports listeners deep into the psyche of Steph Strings while presenting a shimmering port in the storm against life’s woes. The album kicks off with Gratefully, a folk-hued spark that resonates with warmth and reflection. From here, Feel Alive magnetically journeys through blazing swagger (Devil Woman) and percolating acoustics that effortlessly course into a dreamy stupor laden with bliss and natural soundscapes (Waterfall).

The album then diverts back to earth with a heartfelt and moody turn via Melbourne Blue. Between sparkling guitar and sanguine simplicity (Again), shuffling yet upbeat glimmers lean into self-reflection and hope (Three Wishes). Dynamic earworms kindle the senses and dazzle with a rock’n’roll spirit (Rockstar/Gypsy), while oscillating sonic whimsy merges with raw, very real-world musings (Blood & Bone).

Feel Alive continues to flourish with Steph’s dexterous stylings and delivery. This only heightens in its final tracks, balancing open-vein lyricism reminiscent of Stevie Nicks and the like (Heaven), an otherworldly piano-driven instrumental interlude (A Storm in April), and country-soaked instrumentals blended with amiable melodies and messages of empowerment (title track Feel Alive). Ultimately, the album concludes with the sublime vulnerability of the closing track, To Be Loved*.

The Story Behind the Music

A truly gifted storyteller at her core, Steph Strings is a renowned singer-songwriter and guitarist. She merges coastal fingerstyle indie rock with blues, folk, and Celtic influences, along with percussive wizardry. A lover of laughter, big kick drums, sunset drinks, golden retrievers, and philosophical conversations, Steph found a passion for music at the age of 7. She learned to play the piano before ultimately finding herself drawn to the guitar. Starting guitar lessons at the age of 9, Steph has never looked back.

In 2017, she released her debut EP, Allegoric Oceans. Steph’s ability to channel her influences and creative history into a sound entirely her own has deepened with each new release. She now commands millions of streams and a global audience that mirrors her talent and determination.

The Live Experience

In a live setting, Steph’s transformative sonic creations take on new life. They can transport you into another dimension with just a guitar and her voice. Whether performing at home or abroad, touring with the likes of Vance Joy, Ziggy Alberts, The Cat Empire, Kim Churchill, Pierce Brothers, and Jack Botts, or commanding onstage at her own headline shows, it’s little wonder that Steph’s live dance card is stacked.

She is set to headline across North America this November, perform at Ocean Sounds Festival in Cowes in January, and then return overseas for an extensive UK and European headline run next March and April.

“Fans can expect to see a newfound energy, more singalongs, and more dancing!” says Steph of her upcoming performances. “If they’re lucky, maybe even some tear-wrenching piano ballads too…”

Anticipation for the Debut Album

Before Steph continues the beautiful whirlwind of her ever-burgeoning creative adventures, the long-awaited release of her debut album will be music to the ears of many. The release today of Devil Woman is only the beginning of even more magic to come.

“Devil Woman feels like my first, official step into the new Steph Strings,” shares Steph. “It’s super special knowing that I get to show this other side of myself to the world. I have a feeling everyone is going to sense my shift in creativity and energy, and I feel that they are going to love it!”

“If I can leave any mark on the world, it would be to influence as many people as possible to find their freedom and feel alive,” adds Steph. “I really believe that my debut album Feel Alive can make people heal, dance, dream, cry, fall in love, reminisce, and above all, FEEL. Every day I pinch myself because I feel so incredibly privileged to be able to write and perform, travel the world, and live out my dream.”

Devil Woman is out now.

Feel Alive is due out on Friday, 9 January 2026.

Upcoming Tour Dates

STEPH STRINGS – 2025 NORTH AMERICA TOUR DATES:

NOV 6 2025 | THE ARMORY, FORT COLLINS CO, USA | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.Etix.com

NOV 7 2025 | GOOSENTOWN TAVERN, DENVER CO, USA | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.Etix.com

NOV 8 2025 | VULTURES, COLORADO SPRINGS CO, USA | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.TicketWeb.com

NOV 11 2025 | MOROCCAN LOUNGE, LOS ANGELES CA, USA | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.TicketMaster.com

NOV 13 2025 | TOWER THEATRE LOUNGE, FRESNO CA, USA | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.TicketSauce.com

NOV 15 2025 | FELTON MUSIC HALL, FELTON CA, USA | 21 + Tickets available from www.Tixr.com

NOV 16 2025 | CORNERSTONE CRAFT BEER & LIVE MUSIC, BERKELEY CA, USA | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.tixr.com

NOV 18 2025 | THE JACK LONDON REVUE, PORTLAND OR, USA | 21 + Tickets available from www.ticketweb.com

NOV 19 2025 | BABA YAGA, SEATTLE WA, USA | 21 + Tickets available from www.venuepilot.com

NOV 20 2025 | CAPITAL BALLROOM, VICTORIA BC, CANADA | 19 + Tickets available from www.admitone.com

NOV 21 2025 | ST. JAMES HALL, VANCOUVER BC, CANADA | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.admitone.com

STEPH STRINGS – 2026 EUROPE/UK TOUR DATES:

MAR 26 2026 | LUXOR, COLOGNE, GERMANY | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.eventim.com

MAR 28 2026 | LE TRABENDO, PARIS, FRANCE | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.dice.fm

MAR 29 2026 | LE VIP, SAINT-NAZAIRE, FRANCE | ALL AGES Tickets available from https://bit.ly/4oWWC83

MAR 31 2026 | LA SIRÈNE, LA ROCHELLE, FRANCE | ALL AGES Tickets available from https://la-sirene.fr

APR 1 2026 | GRAND PARC, BORDEAUX, FRANCE | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.fr

APR 3 2026 | NAZCA CLUB, MADRID, SPAIN | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.feverup.com

APR 5 2026 | SALA WOLF, BARCELONA, SPAIN | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.feverup.com

APR 7 2026 | SALLE NOUGARO, TOULOUSE, FRANCE | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.billetterie.fr

APR 9 2026 | LE MARCHE GARE, LYON, FRANCE | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.marchegare.fr

APR 10 2026 | LEGEND CLUB, MILAN, ITALY | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.ticketone.it

APR 11 2026 | PLAZA, ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.ticketcorner.ch

APR 12 2026 | STROM, MUNICH, GERMANY | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.eventim.de

APR 14 2026 | FRANNZ CLUB, BERLIN, GERMANY | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.eventim.de

APR 15 2026 | KNUST, HAMBURG, GERMANY | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.eventim.de

APR 17 2026 | PARADISO, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.paradiso.nl

APR 18 2026 | DE ROMA, ANTWERP, BELGIUM | ALL AGES Tickets available from www.ticketmatic.com

APR 21 2026 | THE GLOBE, CARDIFF, WALES | 14 + Tickets available from comm.tix.to

APR 22 2026 | THE DEAF INSTITUTE, MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM | 14 + Tickets available from comm.tix.to

APR 23 2026 | STEREO, GLASGOW, SCOTLAND | 18 + Tickets available from comm.tix.to

APR 25 2026 | THE GARAGE, LONDON, ENGLAND | 14 + Tickets available from comm.tix.to

The Future of Steph Strings

As Steph prepares for her upcoming album and tour, she reflects on her journey. Each song is a piece of her story. Her music resonates with many, and she hopes to inspire others. The anticipation for Feel Alive is palpable. Fans eagerly await the chance to experience her new sound.

“I want my music to be a source of comfort and joy,” Steph expresses. “I hope it encourages people to embrace their true selves and feel alive.”

With her unique blend of styles and heartfelt lyrics, Steph Strings is poised to make a significant impact in the music world. The future looks bright, and her fans are ready to join her on this exciting journey.