◇ image via WikipediaThe Paper Kites
The Paper Kites is an act on the Starverb influence map. They run in the same orbit as Hollow Coves, Gregory Alan Isakov, Hazlett, Beta Radio and Novo Amor, sharing audiences, venues and reference points rather than a straight line of influence. Their influence carried into Maro, Julia Stone and Lucy Rose, where the same ideas turn up rearranged for a later generation. Altogether the chart holds 17 connections around The Paper Kites and forward to Maro. Follow any of those threads to keep travelling the influence between bands and genres on Starverb.
Background
The Paper Kites are an Australian indie rock/folk rock band from Melbourne. The band was formed in 2009 by lead vocalist/guitarist Sam Bentley and keyboardist/guitarist Christina Lacy. Their 2010 single "Bloom" has been certified Platinum in the United States. As of 2026, they have released seven studio albums and two EPs. Their latest, If You Go There, I Hope You Find It, was released on 23 January 2026.
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The Paper Kites shares an orbit with Hollow Coves, Gregory Alan Isakov, Hazlett and Beta Radio, went on to shape Maro, Julia Stone and Lucy Rose. 17 connections mapped across roots, kindred and legacy.
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