Australian Songwriter Kaurna Cronin Releases Stirring New Single “Spinning Wheels” – A Poetic Anthem for Life’s Stuck Moments

In a world that rarely slows down, Kaurna Cronin has learned to sit with the stillness—and the struggle. The award-winning Australian singer-songwriter returns with his moving new single 'Spinning Wheels', a vulnerable and poetic reflection on burnout, emotional inertia and the quiet chaos of modern life.

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Known for weaving powerful stories into timeless folk-rock, Cronin brings his lyrical strength to the forefront in 'Spinning Wheels', a track that captures the experience of going through the motions while feeling like the ground is slipping away beneath you.

His opening lines unfold like a slow-burning confession—layered with rich acoustic textures, memorable melodies, and a chorus that circles around like the very thought-loops Cronin sings about.

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With a career spanning over a decade, nine studio albums and countless performances across Europe and Australia, Cronin’s artistry has cemented him as a revered figure in the Australian folk-rock realm. A former Folk Alliance Australia 'Artist of the Year', and multi-award nominee at the Australian Folk Music Awards, Cronin has captivated global audiences from Port Fairy Folk Festival to Rudolstadt (DE), and will return to the international stage this year with a UNESCO Cities of Music-endorsed European tour, captured for an upcoming Australian music documentary.

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'Spinning Wheels' is the first glimpse into the emotional landscape of Jester In A Mess, combining introspective storytelling with the kind of melodic instinct Cronin has honed over more than a decade. With his warm, unmistakable vocal tone and understated yet dynamic production, the track stands as an anthem for those caught in cycles of overthinking, exhaustion or self-doubt.

“The pace of the world is increasingly overwhelming,” says Cronin. “We all go through moments of disconnection, where we feel like we’re standing still while everything keeps turning. I wanted to write something that speaks to that feeling—that holds space for it, and reflects it as commonground.”

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The single marks the beginning of a major year for Kaurna Cronin, whose evolving body of work continues to offer connection, catharsis, and craft in equal measure. As the world turns faster and louder, Cronin reminds us of the power in pausing—and listening.

As anticipation builds for ‘Jester In A Mess’, ‘Spinning Wheels’ emerges as a poignant statement of intent—anchored in Cronin’s folk roots, yet pushing fearlessly into new sonic and emotional territory.