Cringetrender Begins Recording The Dream EP at Yil Lull Studio

On October 28, Bedlam Rigney — known under the artist name Cringetrender — steps into Yil Lull Studio at the ANU School of Music, joined by father, songwriting partner, and resident guitarist Shane Rigney, to begin recording The Dream EP.

This six-track project explores the surreal, tender, and chaotic worlds of sleep and dreaming. Blending hyperpop, soul/funk, and pub rock, The Dream EP will expand on Cringetrender’s genre-bending sound and emotionally charged storytelling.

The EP will include the previously released track “Slumber Baby,” a teenpop-inspired banger that has already had an exceptional reception in live shows. Music video can be found here.

The Dream EP is proudly supported by Space To Create, a First Nations music residency program led by Will Kepa, providing Indigenous artists with mentorship, studio access, and professional development to bring ambitious creative visions to life.

The Dream EP is scheduled for release in January 2026.

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Cringetrender Unveils Debut Album Take Your Meds, A Raw Exploration of Mental Health

Cringetrender, a Queer, disabled, Ngarrindjeri and Kaurna artist, has today released its debut album Take Your Meds. Recorded in just five days at Northern Sound System and funded by youth arts organization Carclew, the album delivers an unfiltered, emotional journey through the throes of mental illness.

Featuring ten powerful tracks—plus a special bonus track offering a preview of the themes in the upcoming second album, Drink Some Water—Take Your Meds is the first in a trilogy of albums that chronicle the cycles of mental health: struggle, healing, and the realization that recovery isn’t always linear.

With raw lyricism, bold production, and an unmistakable authenticity, Cringetrender embraces vulnerability, using music as a vessel for connection and catharsis. The album blends elements of alternative rock, punk, and electronic influences, creating a sound that is as urgent as it is introspective.

Cringetrender will also be performing selected tracks from the album at its Album Launch Party at Nexus Arts, 4/4/25.  

Take Your Meds now streaming on all platforms.

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Bedlam Rigney

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Cringetrender to Record Debut Album "Take Your Meds" at Northern Sound System

Emerging Aboriginal, Queer and Disabled artist Bedlam Rigney (Cringetrender) is set to make waves as it enters Northern Sound System to record its debut album, Take Your Meds. This release marks the first chapter in a trilogy exploring the deeply personal and universal experiences of mental health.

Take Your Meds delves into the raw struggles of living with mental illness, presenting an unflinching and honest portrayal of pain, resilience, and survival. The album is part of a larger narrative, with two follow-up albums planned to explore the themes of healing and the realization that recovery is rarely a straight path.

With a bold vision and an authentic voice, Cringetrender is poised to connect with audiences through music that speaks to the heart of healing and humanity.

For updates on Take Your Meds and Cringetrender’s journey, follow @cringetrender on social media.

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Bedlam Rigney

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