Australian indie artist Kristina Wilson just dropped the perfect cure for anyone who’s stuck around too long in a relationship that’s going nowhere. Her new single, “Dumbitchitis,” is an infectious, witty, and brutally honest track with a daring title. Featuring fellow artists Like Angels, this song is a potent preview of Wilson’s highly anticipated debut album, Dating Broken Boys, set for release on October 4th, and it signals the arrival of a serious new voice in alt-rock and indie-pop.
Let’s not beat around the bush: “Dumbitchitis” absolutely rips. The title, born from a friend’s perfect description of why we hang onto bad romances, frames the emotional spiral as a virus—something you catch when you’re in love with who you think someone is instead of who they really are. Wilson’s turned this painfully relatable mess into a catchy anthem you’ll want to scream along to. The track mixes indie-pop with a natural, rock backbone that hits hard. You can hear the inspiration of artists like Phoebe Bridgers, Julia Jacklin, and HAIM in its DNA— that perfect combo of heart-on-your-sleeve honesty and slick, guitar-driven melodies.
Teaming up with Like Angels brings this fantastic layer of depth and buddy-system vibe to the track, giving it the feel of hearing your best friends spill their guts together over drinks. Produced in tandem with Ethan Saunders and Ian Mehrle, the song’s arrangement is sharp and intentional. It’s not a sad girl weepy breakup ballad; it’s a track with bite and a heartbeat, built on a foundation of honest lyricism and alt-rock energy that won’t let you mope around. You’re hearing someone own their mess-up while keeping their head high and delivering one hell of a hook.
“Dumbitchitis” came from a really personal place. Wilson wrote it back in early 2023 while she was holed up alone in this tiny studio in Forestville. One feels the intimate backstory flow through every vulnerable moment, but here’s the thing – its execution is anything but small. This is a bold, confident declaration that’s got us pumped for an album packed with stories about healing, facing your demons, and finding yourself again.
“Dumbitchitis” is for anyone who’s ever known better but stayed anyway. If this is the first taste of Dating Broken Boys, then October 4th can’t come soon enough. Kristina Wilson is dissecting heartbreak piece by piece with smarts and a knowing grin.