Alt rock band Tile has returned with their powerful sophomore EP, ‘Human On Hold Vol. 2’, which is available everywhere out now. Serving as the cinematic sequel to their 2024 debut EP, this release is a brooding post punk rush that tackles pervasive societal pressures, unrealistic standards, and the relentless search for clarity. Written during a period when vocalist James Morris was battling chronic fatigue, the songs carry a profound undercurrent of tension and vulnerability, making this their most personal release yet.
The EP was recorded at Irene’s Warehouse in Melbourne with producer Thomas Keyte and mixed by Holy Holy’s Oscar Dawson. It includes earlier singles “Cloud” and “Is It Any Wonder,” alongside the intense focus track and haunting closer “Answer.” The track’s accompanying video reflects the record’s central theme: the constant push and pull of chasing meaning, only for it to continually slip away. Having shared stages with acts like Phoebe Go and Cry Club, Tile has cemented themselves as one of Australia’s most compelling alt rock acts, delivering an unflinching, immersive listen that lingers long after the final note.
‘Human On Hold Vol. 2’ Track Listing
- Cloud
- Is It Any Wonder
- Everything You Do
- The Weight
- Answer
- Ghost
- Perfect World