After turning heads with their debut EP "Wrong side of town", Melbourne's The Prize return with their first full-length album - and it's well worth the wait. "In the red" combines the energy of punk with the melodic power of classic rock, power pop and new wave.

Built around the band's distinctive three-guitar attack and twin lead harmonies, the album effortlessly balances tough riffs with memorable choruses. Influences such as Thin Lizzy, Cheap Trick, The Pretenders and The Flamin' Groovies shine through, while The Prize add enough personality to make the sound entirely their own.

Having shared stages with everyone from King Gizzard and The Chats to Pavement and Guitar Wolf, the band has developed into one of Australia's most exciting live acts. "In the red" captures that same confidence and infectious energy, delivering one hook-filled song after another.

Highly recommended for fans of Thin Lizzy, The Flamin' Groovies, The Exploding Hearts, The Chats and melodic guitar-driven rock'n'roll.