To Octavia
To Octavia is a metalcore band from Melbourne, Australia. Formed in 2018, their current lineup consists of vocalist/bassist Merry Kirk-Holmes, guitarist Justin Keurntjes, drummer Lucas Keurntjes, and guitarist Nav Jay. The band has released four EPs and plans to release their debut album in 2025.
To Octavia | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Members | Merry Kirk-Holmes Justin Keurntjes Lucas Keurntjes Nav Jay |
| Past members | Matt Ashley Molly Congreve |
History
Formation and Nocturnal (2018–2020)
To Octavia was formed in 2018 by Justin Keurntjes, Molly Congreve, and Lucas Keurntjes in Melbourne, Australia.[1] The three had been friends since elementary school, with Molly and Lucas having previously played together in a pop-punk band in high school. The band reached out to Merry Kirk-Holmes after seeing them sing and play guitar on Facebook, leading them to join the band.[2] The band's original lineup also included vocalist Matt Ashley.[3] The band's name originates from an unpublished poem written by Edgar Allan Poe.[1]
To Octavia released their debut single "After All" on 6 June 2018. The band released singles "XIII" and "Made to Break" before the release of their debut EP Nocturnal on 26 April 2019. The EP was mastered by Chris Lalic of the band Windwaker. Leading up to the EP's release, To Octavia played shows supporting Alpha Wolf, Thornhill, Secrets, The Brave, and Windwaker.[3]
To Octavia released the standalone single "They Tell Me They're With Me" on 28 February 2020. Soon after, the band supported The Brave on their national tour beginning in March.[4] The final date of the tour, originally scheduled for 4 April, was postponed to 4 September due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[5]
Somewhere in a World, Not of the Dream (2021–2022)
Wonderland (2023–2024)
Melodrama (2025–present)
Musical style and influences
To Octavia has been described as melodic metalcore[3] and alternative metal,[2][6], taking influences from various genres such as pop,[3][7] alternative rock,[3] emo,[1] grunge,[7] nu metal,[7] electronic,[7][8] modern rock,[9] pop-punk,[9] and hardcore.[10]
The band has cited influences such as Polaris, Northlane, Sworn In, The Plot in You, and Architects.[3]
Members
Current members
- Merry Kirk-Holmes – vocals, bass (2018–present)
- Justin Keurntjes – guitar (2018–present)
- Lucas Keurntjes – drums (2018–present)
- Nav Jay – guitar (2025–present)
Past members
- Matt Ashley – vocals (2018–2020)
- Molly Congreve – guitar (2018–2024)
Timeline
WIP
| 2018-2020 | Matt Ashley |
|---|---|
| 2018-present | Merry Kirk-Holmes |
| 2018-present | Justin Keurntjes |
| 2018-2024 | Molly Congreve |
| 2025-present | Nav Jay |
| 2018-present | Lucas Keurntjes |
Discography
Studio albums
| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Melodrama |
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Extended plays
| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Noctural |
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| Somewhere in a World, Not of the Dream |
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| Wonderland |
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| Goddess of the Moon Stripped Sessions |
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Singles
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "After All" | 2018 | Nocturnal |
| "XIII" | 2019 | |
| "Made to Break" | ||
| "They Tell Me They're With Me" | 2020 | Non-album single |
| "The Sound of the Rain" | 2021 | Somewhere in a World, Not of the Dream |
| "Sleep" | ||
| "COCO MOJO" | ||
| "Pluto" | 2022 | Non-album single |
| "KISS KISS KISS" | 2023 | Wonderland |
| "Dare" | ||
| "Do Ghosts Dream Like Us?" | ||
| "bury me." | 2025 | Melodrama |
| "Talk is Cheap" |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 robilaz (2023-11-09). "Introducing: To Octavia". GigRadar. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Wanna scream your guts out to empowering heavy anthems? Get to know To Octavia". triple j. 2021-08-02. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 Rockpit, The (2019-03-13). "To Octavia announce Nocturnal EP and drop first single/video XIII". The Rockpit. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ BLOG, INSANE (2020-02-27). "TO OCTAVIA - Drop New Single "They Tell Me They're With Me" Ahead Of National Tour With The Brave". Retrieved 2025-08-04.
- ↑ "The Brave - Hi all, due to the current and on-going..." Facebook. 2020-03-17. Retrieved 2025-08-04.
- ↑ Lueders, Michael (2022-02-02). "To Octavia announce their first ever Australian tour 'Somewhere In A World'". Metal-Roos. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 Lueders, Michael (2025-07-31). "To Octavia announce album 'MELODRAMA' and share new single "Talk Is Cheap"". Metal-Roos. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ Lueders, Michael (2025-06-26). "To Octavia share fearless new single "bury me."". Metal-Roos. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Assistant (2023-11-24). "To Octavia Unveils New EP 'Wonderland', Leading With New Single "Hopeless Romantic"". Metal-Roos. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ Petersen, Justice (2025-06-30). "News: To Octavia Release New Single 'Bury Me.'". New Noise Magazine. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ HEAVY (2021-08-03). "TO OCTAVIA Announce Shows | HEAVY Magazine". Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ "To Octavia | triple j Unearthed". www.abc.net.au. 2025-07-23. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ Lueders, Michael (2022-05-20). "To Octavia release moving new single "Pluto" alongside mini documentary". Metal-Roos. Retrieved 2025-08-04.
- ↑ "To Octavia - Hello, Molly here! It's time for me to say..." Facebook. 2024-12-01. Retrieved 2025-08-04.
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