New Delica

Born in the dive bars and backyards of Melbourne, Australia, New Delica is a contemporary rock band led by songwriter and producer Pat Coyle.Since 2023, New Delica has released four albums, steadily building an international audience through prolific songwriting, high-energy performances and genuine connection with crowds. What began as a solo recording project has evolved into a collaborative band, with a close circle of musicians helping shape the arrangements, energy, and character that define the project today.Coyle grew up fascinated with the raw storytelling of Leonard Cohen, the atmospheric drive of The War on Drugs, and the swagger of acts like Arctic Monkeys and The Black Keys. His music draws from a wide palette of influences across rock, pop, folk, soul, and blues, but is unified by his distinctive voice and an instantly recognisable harmonica riffs that appear throughout the catalogue. These elements sit at the centre of a sound that balances strong melodies with intimate songwriting and groove-driven musicianship.Coyle writes, produces, and mixes the band’s music from his Melbourne studio (Prospect Studios). Across its catalogue, New Delica has accumulated millions of streams worldwide, with releases such as Ladders & Snakes, Taken By The Storm, and Stonewater earning praise for their craft and emotional depth - As Harmonica Riff Raff (quoted from Beat Mag) noted, “His lyrical expertise, sense of melody, and song structure is something to behold.”On stage, New Delica transforms these songs into dynamic, high-impact live performances. Whether in intimate venues or larger rooms across Australia, the band is known for energy, connection, and a live presence that brings the recordings to life.From its beginnings in Melbourne's local music scene to sold-out shows across Australia, New Delica continues to establish itself as one of the country's most exciting bands.