What started off as a solo adventure for Sydney singer songwriter Ernest Ellis has, over the past three years, evolved into a rounded solid collective… introducing Ernest Ellis & The Panamas. Over the past few months Ernest Ellis & The Panamas have been busy recording their second LP, due for release September 2011.

The first single from the album is Great Sky, recorded at Studios 301 in Sydney and produced by Tim Carr & Ernest Ellis, and according to the band it’s the song they’ve always wanted to record. It’s huge, blissful, heartbreaking and at the same time optimistic. A beautiful tune that signifies the development of the band and points us towards the exciting road the new record will go down.

Clip for Great Sky

Up until this point Ernest Ellis & The Panamas have been declared a Triple J Next Crop artist, released a critically applauded debut album Hunting (2010), sold out their own headlining tour, played major festivals such as Splendour In The Grass and toured with the likes of Florence and The Machine, Jamie T, and The Jezebels.

As a thanks to all the Ernest Ellis & The Panamas mailing list members for making the B-Sides Club such a success over the last six months, the band will be sending you a free download of the Great Sky single complete with artwork. For those of you aren’t yet members, you can join the mailing list here www.ernestellis.com to get your free copy of Great Sky as well as more exclusive material in the future. And no spam!

Ernest Ellis & The Panamas are:
Ernest Ellis Vocals/Guitars
Ben Morgan Bass/Guitars/Vocals
Mathew Gardner Drums/Vocals
Russell W Keys
Thom McAlister Guitars

“A rather impressive first impression.” Herald Sun

“Ellis has established himself as a captivating and brilliant local voice.” Drum Media

“The strongest moments here suggest Ellis may ultimately become a considerable force.”
Rolling Stone Magazine

“The mature and joyful live performance witnessed tonight hints at grander stages and rowdier crowds in the near future.” Triple J Magazine

Great Sky will be available from www.ernestellis.com