Babe Rainbow are an Australian psychedelic rock band hailing from Byron Bay, New South Wales, who have built a devoted following through their infectious throwback approach to 1960s psychedelia combined with distinctive surf culture aesthetics. Formed in 2015 by high school friends Angus Dowling and Jack Crowther alongside Elliot O'Reilly and Venezuelan-born bassist Lu-Lu Felix Domingo, the group quickly made waves in the underground psychedelic scene. The band's trajectory was accelerated by an early collaboration with King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard on their self-titled debut, which led to signings with respected labels Flightless and 30th Century Records.
Over their career, Babe Rainbow have established themselves as prolific studio artists, releasing six full-length albums and three EPs. Their second studio album, Double Rainbow (2018), marked a significant milestone by debuting at no. 18 on the ARIA Albums Chart, cementing their status within Australia's vibrant psych-rock landscape. Drummer Miles Myjavec joined the lineup around this period, solidifying the band's current formation. Beyond their work together, the group has collaborated with high-profile artists including American musician Jaden Smith, demonstrating their appeal across genres and borders.
In recent years, Babe Rainbow have continued to evolve their sonic palette, venturing into softer rock territory while incorporating Latin musical influences into their psychedelic foundation. This stylistic expansion has allowed the band to broaden their artistic scope while maintaining the core psychedelic sensibilities that first captured audiences' attention. With a catalog spanning multiple albums and a reputation as one of Australia's most creative and adventurous contemporary rock acts, Babe Rainbow remain a vital force in modern psych-rock.
