The Waifs Up All Night

Originally released in 2003, Up All Night is the breakthrough album from beloved Australian folk-rock trio The Waifs. Blending acoustic folk, country and roots influences, the record captures the band’s warm storytelling style and road-worn musical spirit.

Fronted by the distinctive voices of sisters Vikki Thorn (née Simpson) and Donna Simpson, alongside guitarist Josh Cunningham, the album showcases the trio’s beautifully layered harmonies and stripped-back instrumentation. Acoustic guitars, harmonica and dobro create a spacious, open-road atmosphere that perfectly complements the album’s reflective songwriting.

Songs such as the much-loved “Lighthouse,” the nostalgic “Fisherman’s Daughter,” and the road-trip narrative “Three Down” helped the album resonate strongly with Australian audiences, eventually achieving multi-platinum status and establishing The Waifs as one of the country’s most enduring folk acts.

This remastered vinyl LP edition brings renewed warmth and clarity to the album’s rich acoustic textures, offering fans and collectors the chance to experience one of the most celebrated Australian folk releases of the early 2000s on classic vinyl.