The Kite String Tangle is the electronic music project of Brisbane-based Australian producer, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Danny Harley. Emerging in the early 2010s, Harley developed a distinctive sound combining atmospheric electronica, indie pop, downtempo rhythms and emotionally expressive vocals. His music blends shimmering synthesisers, intricate percussion and cinematic production with intimate songwriting, creating a balance between electronic experimentation and accessible melodies. From his early breakthrough on triple j to his acclaimed studio albums, The Kite String Tangle has become an established name in Australia's contemporary electronic music scene.
At Heathen Records, we stock a growing selection of The Kite String Tangle vinyl records in Australia, including releases from his acclaimed electronic music catalogue. Whether you're discovering his atmospheric indie electronic sound or expanding your collection of Australian electronic music, explore The Kite String Tangle LPs available on vinyl from our independent Australian record store.
The Kite String Tangle's catalogue includes the breakthrough EP Vessel, his self-titled debut album, the experimental C()D3X and the uplifting Lustre. Songs including Given the Chance, Arcadia, Selfish, The Prize, P()L4R, Killing Time, North and Good Catch showcase Harley's ability to combine sophisticated electronic production with memorable melodies and heartfelt songwriting. His collaborations with artists including Dustin Tebbutt, Eliott and LANKS further demonstrate the versatility of his musical approach.
Essential The Kite String Tangle Albums on Vinyl
Vessel (2014) – The breakthrough EP that introduced The Kite String Tangle to a wider Australian audience. Featuring Given the Chance, Arcadia and Stone Cold featuring Tiana Khasi, the release combines atmospheric electronic production, delicate vocals and carefully layered melodies. Its blend of indie pop songwriting and downtempo electronic textures helped establish Danny Harley as an exciting new Australian producer. The EP reached number eight on the ARIA Albums Chart and earned a nomination for Breakthrough Artist at the 2014 ARIA Music Awards, making it an important early release in his catalogue.
The Kite String Tangle (2017) – Harley's self-titled debut studio album expands his atmospheric electronic sound with polished production, expressive vocals and richly textured arrangements. Featuring Selfish, The Prize with Bridgette Amofah, Waiting and This Thing We Got, the record explores relationships, vulnerability and personal reflection through a combination of indie pop, electronica and contemporary dance influences. Its warm synthesisers, intricate rhythms and emotionally direct songwriting capture the distinctive style that brought The Kite String Tangle national recognition. The album also received an ARIA Award nomination for Best Dance Release.
C()D3X (2020) – The Kite String Tangle's second studio album explores a darker and more experimental side of electronic music, combining glitchy production, atmospheric sound design and emotionally charged songwriting. Featuring P()L4R, Killing Time with Eliott, North, Landslide with Kate Boy and I.S.T.A.U. with LANKS, the record incorporates influences from alternative electronic music, ambient textures and contemporary pop. Inspired in part by the mysterious illustrated book Codex Seraphinianus, the album creates an immersive listening experience through intricate rhythms, layered synthesisers and cinematic arrangements.
Lustre (2023) – Harley's third studio album introduces a brighter, more uplifting direction, drawing on melodic house, techno and contemporary electronic pop. Featuring Fist Fight, Euclidean, A New Day, Good Catch and Miles Away, the album combines pulsating electronic rhythms with expressive vocals and expansive melodies. Its themes of personal growth, positivity and embracing change are reflected in the record's energetic production and atmospheric arrangements. Balancing dancefloor influences with intimate songwriting, Lustre represents another evolution in The Kite String Tangle's distinctive electronic sound.
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