Australian alt-pop icons The Mavis’s return in 2026 with their brand-new single “Heaven”, released Tuesday 24 February, distributed worldwide by Xelon Digital. Bursting with the band’s unmistakable melodic flair and emotional punch, “Heaven” delivers bittersweet lyrics with an enormously danceable sound, marking an exciting new creative chapter for one of Australia’s most beloved and enduring bands.
“Make the sun shine brighter like it used to / All the days and the nights were young / Making magic like we were in Heaven”
- lyrics for “Heaven”
https://xelon.ffm.to/heaven_
Brother and sister duo Matt and Beki have that rare and special connection that musical siblings sometimes have, working together and communicating in their own language, often finishing each other’s sentences.
Matt said, “One of my earliest musical memories is as a baby, my parents and I traveling in an old Volkswagen bug, listening to The Carpenters on the radio. I later understood that this was music by a brother/sister act and I thought, if they can do it, maybe we can, too! I swear, I can still smell the upholstery in that old car, traveling with my 18 year old mum and 20 year old dad.”
“Right! And remember them calling us into the lounge room to watch the B-52s? Music was a real thing in our home as kids. I’m so excited for people to get to hear “Heaven” so they can get to know it and sing and dance along at our shows,” said Beki.
To help bring “Heaven” to life, The Mavis’s teamed up with acclaimed producer Mark Opitz, whose passion for authentic, powerful rock recording helped shape the song’s energy and spirit.
“For me, it always comes back to the music and the artists. This collaboration has real electricity about it, and “Heaven” carries that spark. We’ve made something honest, loud in spirit, and built to connect. In the end, it’s all about the song — and this one hits.”— Mark Opitz (AC/DC, The Angels, Cold Chisel, Divinyls, INXS, KISS)
Formed in 1987 as teenagers, The Mavis’s began as a four-piece post-punk rock band. Named after a cat spotted while jamming in a friend’s basement, The Mavis’s quickly built a reputation for creativity, heartfelt songwriting, and unforgettable live shows. Their first gig was in a church hall with just four songs — the start of a journey that would cement their status – first as cult favourites and then widely recognised as Australian music treasures.
Rising to national prominence in the late ‘90s, The Mavis’s earned critical acclaim and multiple ARIA Award nominations, including Single of the Year and Song of the Year for their 1998 hit “Cry.”
“The Mavis’s are to Australia what A-ha are to Norway: masters of perfectly crafted pop, renowned for their exuberant live shows and their trademark mix of sparkle, sass, and sequins. Few bands radiate such joy.”— Jane Gazzo, Music Journalist, Presenter, Curator, DJ and Music Lover
The Mavis’s touring band for 2026 :
Matt Thomas: Vocals/Guitar/Synth
Beki (Colada) Thomas: Vocals
Glenn Lewis: Guitar
Nick Cunneen: Drums
Rone Kaos: Bass
To celebrate the release of Heaven, The Mavis’s will return to the stage for a national tour, performing new music alongside fan-favourite classics audiences know and love.
TOUR DATES
Fri 13 Mar – Republic Bar & Cafe, Hobart Tickets via
https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/the-maviss/190907
Sat 14 Mar – Theatre Royal, Castlemaine
Tickets via theatreroyalcastlemaine.com.au
Sat 21 Mar – Northcote Theatre, Northcote (supporting Electric Six)
Tickets via moshtix.com.au
Further shows TBA
“Heaven” is available on all major streaming platforms, distributed worldwide by Xelon Digital.
PRESS CONTACT:
Karen Conrad Publicity
Karen@karenconradpublicity.com
M: 0400 527 365
FOLLOW The Mavis’s:
https://www.instagram.com/themaviss.official