There’s no slowing down for The Transits. The high-octane New Zealand–South African trio has returned with a fiery new single, Live Today, released on June 20, 2025, and it’s a masterclass in turbocharged pop-punk urgency. Blending stadium-ready hooks, bristling guitars, and glossy synth accents, the track is a sprinting, singing, fists-in-the-air call to action — a bold reminder that the best moments often come when you throw caution to the wind and dive into the now.
From the very first bar, Live Today bursts into motion. Tight drum fills, a roaring guitar tone, and sparkling synth stabs collide in an infectious swirl of sound. With each verse gaining steam and each chorus soaring higher, the track feels like a deep breath before the plunge — the perfect soundtrack to impulsive decisions, late-night adventures, or that one moment where everything finally makes sense.
“We wanted to write a song that feels like a deep breath and a sprint at the same time,” the band explains. “Live Today is about trusting the moment, even if it’s messy, even if it’s fast. Because sometimes that’s where the real living happens.”
That raw, beating heart of spontaneity surges through every second of the track, thanks in part to The Transits’ uncanny ability to fuse tight, radio-ready production with the reckless energy of early 2000s punk. Think Jimmy Eat World meets Biffy Clyro with a splash of The 1975’s synth flair — Live Today is equal parts emotional depth and explosive energy.
But it’s not just the song that makes a statement — the accompanying music video doubles down on the themes of adrenaline, risk, and heart with a cinematic flair that turns dirt-track racing into high-speed poetry. Directed with an eye for grit and edge, the video centers on a determined racer defying the odds, her journey guided by none other than beloved Kiwi comedian Tom Sainsbury, who plays a hilariously intense racing manager-slash-life coach.
Sainsbury, known for his uncanny character work and satire, brings a dose of charm and chaos to the video, balancing its more serious undertones with quirky humour. Alongside him is actor Kate Simmonds, who delivers a compelling performance as a driven underdog with a fire in her eyes and a finish line in her sights. It’s a visual narrative of resilience and risk — told through exhaust fumes, sharp turns, and gravel-slicked heroics — that perfectly mirrors the sonic punch of Live Today.
“We’re massive fans of Tom Sainsbury and his ability to play any character,” says frontman Dom Antelme. “He’s a legend, and we were incredibly stoked he said yes to starring in our video. Shooting this was tons of fun.”
Formed across hemispheres but united by their unmistakable chemistry, The Transits are living proof that creativity knows no borders. With Dom Antelme (vocals, bass) and Tyrone Smith (drums) based in Auckland, and Ryan Lunn (vocals, guitars, synths, production) working from Durban, the trio has honed a long-distance collaboration into a dynamic strength. Their sound — clean, explosive, and sharp as a blade — reflects both their individual talents and their seamless cohesion.
It’s no wonder that the media buzz around them is growing louder with each release. Their tight, melodic songwriting and production polish have already caught ears globally, with Live Today poised to launch The Transits into an even bigger spotlight. It’s the kind of song that doesn’t just land in a playlist — it lodges itself in your memory, urging you to crank the volume, get moving, and take that leap you’ve been putting off.
Whether you’re hitting the highway, jumping into the unknown, or just trying to make sense of a chaotic world, Live Today is the anthem that grabs you by the collar and tells you to stop waiting — the moment is here. Loud, luminous, and refreshingly sincere, The Transits have once again proved they’re not just torchbearers for pop-punk in the Southern Hemisphere — they’re shaping the sound of what comes next.
