Interview by Angela Croudace
Ghostseeker may have emerged from the chaos of Melbourne’s COVID lockdowns, but their momentum is anything but confined. With their debut full-length album Divergence set to drop on April 25, the band has already made waves—especially overseas.
“Honestly, it’s resonated more internationally than at home,” says Daniel Breen (aka Breenie), one half of Ghostseeker’s dynamic vocal duo. YouTube and a partnership with Germany’s Reigning Phoenix Music catapulted the band beyond borders. “They gave us the reach we never could’ve had,” Daniel says, adding that a suspicious-sounding email from the label almost went ignored—until a follow-up video message proved the offer was real.
Divergence takes a bold conceptual turn. “We wrote it from the perspective of conspiracy theorists,” Breenie explains. “Like, if AI really is the end of the world—what does that look like?” Seven of the ten tracks lean into that dark, fictional narrative, while the remaining three stay rooted in the raw relatability that launched Ghostseeker’s debut EP.
When it comes to AI in music, Breenie is refreshingly open-minded. “One of my favourite artists right now is this guy who makes metalcore using Plankton’s voice from SpongeBob. I just like good music.”
Collaboration fuels the band—especially between Daniel and co-vocalist Celeste Bojczuk. “We clicked right away. We bounce ideas off each other, pick our parts, and craft lyrics together. It’s a laid-back, fun process.”
The chemistry extends to the entire band, both in the studio and on the road. “We’re best friends. No egos. Everyone contributes.” Touring isn’t always glamorous—Daniel jokes about 10-hour drives between one-night-only gigs—but he’s hungry for a full European run. “Thirty shows in thirty days? That’s the dream.”
Whether he’s skateboarding, playing with his dog, or chasing the next song idea, Daniel Breen embodies Ghostseeker’s grounded-yet-forward-thinking energy. If Divergence is any sign, this is only the beginning of their global takeover.
