Formula Indie Sessions : Interview with The Probies

After exploring the rougher territories of grunge and punk with their first two opuses, Time to Pay and Impotent and Alone, The Probies announce the release of their highly anticipated third album, The Final Wave, on November 21, 2025.

This record marks a significant sonic evolution, as the group shifts toward a more indie rock and pop sound. This stylistic pivot is intrinsically linked to the group’s expansion. The Probies welcomed two new members who contributed to the softening of their sound: Lucy on keyboards and Lou on rhythm guitar. Their arrival allowed for the injection of richer textures and more pronounced melody, though the punk soul of their beginnings is never far away.

The Final Wave is a collection of 15 tracks that explore introspection, alienation, and the difficulty of modern life—themes dear to the indie rock aesthetic. It’s the soundtrack to the next wave of independent rock, blending lyrical vulnerability with renewed instrumental energy.

What is your earliest memory connected to music?  

My dad used to blast The Beatles in the living room. I remember Revolver spinning on the turntable while he tinkered with things. That’s when I realized music could transform a room, a mood, a whole day.

How did your passion for creating music begin?  

I started by writing lyrics — a bit clumsy, but honest. Then I got my hands on a guitar at 15 — a secondhand Telecaster — and turned those words into music. It felt like discovering a language I finally understood.

What’s the story behind your current music project?  

The current project is The Final Wave, the upcoming album from The Probies, dropping on November 21. It’s a record about endings, renewal, and what we leave behind. We recorded it with two new members Lucy and Lou, aiming to capture the raw energy of the band.

How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard your music before?  

We started out with grunge and punk influences, but today we lean toward a more melodic indie rock — sometimes noisy, sometimes contemplative. It’s a mix of tension and release, like a stormy sea that slowly calms.

What is one thing you’ve learned that completely changed the way you make music?  

Do what you want and don’t worry about what others might think. The moment I stopped trying to please, my music became more real.

What tools, instruments, or software are essential in your creative process?  

My Fender Telecaster, and sometimes a Tascam recorder to capture raw moments.

Which indie artist or song are you loving right now?  

I always come back to Pixies, Nirvana, Devo, Pavement, The Strokes, Buzzcocks, The Fall… They’re anchors, compasses. Their freedom inspires me.

How have your personal experiences influenced your music and artistic vision?  

I struggle to express my feelings in everyday life. With music, it’s easier. It’s like the songs say what I can’t quite put into words.

What emotions or messages do you hope listeners take from your work?  

I want people to feel something — even if it’s vague. To think, “Okay, I’m not the only one feeling this.” You don’t have to understand everything, just feel it.

What’s the most important lesson music has taught you so far?  

Make it for yourself. If it sounds right to you, it’ll sound right to someone else. The rest is just noise.

What is a dream venue or festival you would love to perform at?  

Primavera Sound, Pitchfork Festival, Glastonbury, or Lollapalooza. Playing any of those would feel like crossing a threshold.

If you could collaborate with any artist, past or present, who would it be and why?  

Kurt Cobain, for his soft fury. Daniel Johnston, for his raw fragility. Julian Casablancas also. They poured their souls into every note.

Where can our listeners follow and support your music?  

You can find us here:  

– Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/intl-fr/artist/3O58khzc62E8ICw7PRj6qe

– Bandcamp: https://theprobies.bandcamp.com/

– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alltheselonelyhours/

– YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theprobies?si=Fxvki5oW6lIVYWjK

Looking toward the future, what’s your dream for the next chapter of your musical journey?  

That my songs endure. That one day, someone stumbles upon them and thinks, “This is exactly how I felt.”

What do you hope listeners will discover about you along the way?  

There is nothing to discover. I’m just as lost as they are — and that’s okay.