L.A.B BRINGS THE SOUND OF SUMMER WITH NEW SINGLE & VIDEO ‘FOLLOW’
L.A.B. have dropped their latest single and video, ‘Follow’, a track that evokes a summertime feeling and the trademark L.A.B sound. Led by frontman Joel Shadbolt’s unmistakable vocals, the track combines playful acoustic guitars and bass to create sun-soaked vibes.
Speaking about the track, Shadbolt says, “Harmonically and sonically, it takes you on a journey. It’s a track that was dreamed up in the studio and went through many different versions before settling on the final product you hear.”
The single arrives alongside an official music video shot by frequent collaborator Shae Sterling. The video was shot during the band’s first visit to Hawaii, where they played two shows alongside Californian roots band Iration.
HARMONICALLY AND SONICALLY, FOLLOW TAKES YOU ON A JOURNEY
“We shot the video after playing two shows – The Maui Arts Centre and the Waikiki Shell and managed to get some locals on board to help us with the video. We met lots of the people in the video at dinner, and they were so welcoming, it really reminded us of home,” Shadbolt says.
Shot at local spots such as Kaena Point and Mōli’i Fishpond, the video shows L.A.B embracing the local lifestyle, surfing, and jamming on the stunning island.
‘Follow’ comes after a year that has already seen L.A.B sell out shows in New Zealand, Australia and the United States. The coming months will see them not only return to the studio but also tour across New Zealand, followed by a return to Australia for the first time in nearly two years. Tickets for all shows are selling fast, with sell-outs expected across both countries.
L.A.B 2025 SHOWS
11 January – Bowl Of Brooklands, New Plymouth w/ Stan Walker, Corrella & more
18 January – Taupō Amphitheatre, Taupō w/ Stan Walker, Corrella & more
25 January – Semenoff Stadium, Whangārei w/ Stan Walker, Corrella & more
8 February – Eatons Hill Outdoors, Brisbane w/ Tiki Taane & Corrella
15 February – HOTA, Gold Coast w/ Tiki Taane & Corrella
21 February – Electric Avenue, Christchurch
23 February – Over The Ditch Festival, Newcastle
1 March – Hindley St Music Hall, Adelaide w/ Tiki Taane & Corrella
2 March – HBF Stadium, Perth w/ Tiki Taane & Corrella
8 March – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney w/ Stan Walker & Corrella
9 March – PICA, Melbourne w/ Stan Walker & Corrella
March/April – 13 Date US & Canada tour to be announced.
GET TICKETS AND INFORMATION
New Zealand tour at https://bit.ly/4ctOGFj
Australia tour at https://bit.ly/3X7j1mJ
ABOUT L.A.B
L.A.B. is a New Zealand band that blends reggae, electronic, blues, funk, and rock into a captivating sound. Formed in 2017 by drummer Brad Kora, the band includes his brother Stu, Ara Adams Tamatea, Miharo Gregory, and frontman Joel Shadbolt.
Known for their hits like “Why Oh Why”, “Casanova“, and “In The Air,” L.A.B. has released five platinum-selling albums. With their latest, L.A.B VI, they continue solidifying their place as one of New Zealand’s hardest-working bands.
