Australian grunge rock band Downgirl have unveiled their debut single “Beauty Queen” today.

An accompanying music video, which can be seen below, was directed by Yoga Punk Photography. Archibald-Prize winning artist Del Kathryn Barton lent their piece Volcanic Woman for the single’s artwork.

Vocalist Alex Neville said this about the new cut, which is available on digital services right now:

"Beauty Queen draws upon these pop culture references in celebration of unconventional femininity and challenges the notion that women can be written as one dimensional characters. Musically inspired by 90s grunge gods and riot grrlz, the track is attacking, gritty, yet reassuring, just like Beauty Queen herself."

Downgirl will promote their new single with a slew of performances in their home country, including appearances at The Doomed Festival and the Duke Femme Fest. Tour dates can be seen below. Tickets are on sale to the general public here.

Downgirl tour dates

March 25 Leichhardt - Crowbar w/ Fangz

March 26 Canberra - The Basement w/ Fangz

March 30 Sydney - Botany View w/ Johnny Hunter

April 1 Katoomba - Baroque Room w/ Fangz

April 2 Newcastle - Hamilton Station Hotel

April 7 Sydney Art School - Single Launch

April 15 Sydney - Botany View Doomed Festival

April 17 Enmore - The Duke Femme Fest

April 29 Melbourne - Bonez Queer Party

December 3 - Carrisbrook Chopped Festival