"Gravity Stairs" is the eighth studio album by **Crowded House**, released on 31 May 2024. Produced with Steven Schram, the album features a more lyrically direct yet dreamy sound. The lead single, "Oh Hi", was inspired by Neil Finn’s charity work in Africa. The album received generally favorable reviews, scoring 73/100 on Metacritic, and was praised for its mature themes and strong songwriting. It was nominated for awards at both the 2024 ARIA Music Awards and the 2025 AIR Awards. Critics noted a shift from the band’s earlier pop hooks toward more complex arrangements, with standout tracks like "Teenage Summer", "Oh Hi", and "All That I Can Ever Own".
