Central Rain is the preferred nomenclature of singer-songwriter Luke Thomas, who’s been a mainstay of the Melbourne music scene since he relocated with Brisbane band Lavish in the ’90s. A member of The Pictures and The Ronson Hangup, Luke has been releasing occasional records under the Central Rain moniker since 2014. “With your heart on your sleeve”, Luke has crafted a classic singer-songwriter collection with new album Paint Over Paint, a record so raw it’s as if the singer is perched on a barstool next to you, pouring out his life story. Chances are you’ll see yourself in at least one of the songs.

Paint Over Paint is out now!