Boys (Australian band)

Boys were an Australian indie pop band active in the early to mid-1980s. Formed in Melbourne, the band was notable for its jangly guitar sound, catchy melodies, and introspective lyrics. They were a part of the burgeoning independent music scene in Australia at the time, playing alongside other influential bands like The Go-Betweens and The Triffids.

The lineup typically consisted of various members, with core members often rotating. While the specific details of each lineup variation can be difficult to definitively trace, the band consistently focused on songwriting and performance.

Boys released a number of singles and EPs throughout their career, receiving critical acclaim within the Australian independent music community. Their music was characterized by its combination of pop sensibilities and a slightly melancholic undertone.

Despite a relatively short lifespan, Boys are remembered as an important part of the Australian indie pop landscape of the 1980s. Their music has been rediscovered by subsequent generations through compilations and retrospective interest in the era. The band's influence can be heard in the work of later Australian indie pop acts who followed in their footsteps.