Bio

KEV SEV are a Newcastle-based four-piece blending funk, hip hop and indie rock into groovy, harmony laden live shows. Inspired by the absolute stank of funk, the driving tones of rock and the lyricism of 90s hip-hop, the band blend bouncy basslines with gritty underground textures and poetic lyricism. Following packed-out shows at The Lass O’Gowrie and The Royal Oak, and the independent release of their debut single “Spoiled Youth,” KEV SEV are fast becoming a staple of the Newcastle and Sydney music scene with their Melbourne Debut set for June Long Weekend.

Hailing from the Steel City of Newcastle, KEV SEV are a genre-bending four-piece carving out a distinct lane in the Australian indie underground. Fusing soulful harmonies with driving basslines and groove-heavy drums, their sound pulls from funk, hip hop, and indie rock, delivering sets that feel as emotional as they are danceable.

Drawing inspiration from artists like Red Hot Chili Peppers, Wild Cherry, Maribou State and 90s hip-hop, KEV SEV balance delicate melodic interplay with gritty, elastic bombastic static thats sounds fantastic.

Despite being relatively fresh on the scene, KEV SEV have quickly built momentum across the Newcastle and Sydney DIY and pub circuits. Their debut headline performance at The Royal Oak Hotel and Groove Street's Backyard Bash, both drew crowds of over 250 people, driven entirely through grassroots promotion, independent marketing, and community buzz.

The band recently released their debut single, “Spoiled Youth,” recorded, mixed, mastered and promoted independently.

This June, KEV SEV will make their Melbourne debut with 3 shows over the long weekend.

Melancholy yet magnetic, KEV SEV craft performances that feel visceral and intimate in equal measure, music that moves your body, then lingers in your head long after the amps cool down.

Based in Newcastle - active since 2025.

Testimonials

• Killed it legends! Well done. - Thomas Becker, 7th Day Brewery

• U GUYS WERE UNREAALLLLL - Erin Byrne, Musician

• A pleasure to work with. They arrived on time with all their gear sorted, brought in a good size crowd and smashed the set. would have them on again in a heartbeat. - Groove Street Events