An Alternative Rock Ode to New Beginnings
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Nestled comfortably in the indie pop landscape, Canadian duo Wotts are redefining what it means to say goodbye with their latest single, “i’ll see you when the game resets.” Officially launched on July 25, this track marks the poignant finale of their eagerly anticipated EP, FLANK!
Drawing heavily from the dynamic energy of ’90s bands like Blur and Pavement, as well as the raw freshness heralded by The Strokes, Wotts crafts a musical message woven with the threads of alternative rock. The sound is rough-edged yet unmistakably melodic, reflecting the duo’s trademark “scrappy, emotional and weirdly comforting” approach, as described by bassist and guitarist Ricky 100.
The single’s essence emerges from its lo-fi textures and gritty guitar lines, expertly produced by Jayem, Wotts’ own vocalist and multi-instrumentalist. “This track felt like a real goodbye,” Jayem elaborates, reflecting on the impermanent nature of farewells, “but one that’s layered with hope – that endings aren’t necessarily the end.”
This track deviates from the typical sound found throughout the rest of the EP, which relies more on pianos and shimmering synths. “i’ll see you when the game resets” embraces its indie rock inspirations, navigating the listener through a raw, reflective soundscape that promises to resonate far beyond its concluding chords.
FLANK! stands as Wotts’ first project this year—a conceptual journey traversing themes of loss, memory, and emotional rebirth without falling into despondence. Jayem acknowledges, “The record is definitely sad in places, but we never wanted it to feel too heavy.” Instead, Wotts provides listeners with a deeply personal invitation to contemplate their own experiences of loss and hope.
“This single completes our EP but invites the listener into a future of possibilities,” mentions Ricky, adding, “What we really want people to garner from the EP is that it’s okay to feel lost and also to believe something good is still out there.”
Promising listeners not just a continuation but a rebirth, Wotts are poised to expand the boundaries of their sound. “New sounds and no restrictions,” says Jayem, emphasizing their readiness to embrace the next chapter with open arms. As stated in the single’s message of hope, endings are simply new beginnings waiting to unfold.
For those who long for the cathartic embrace of alternative rock, Wotts’ “i’ll see you when the game resets” promises to meet you at the crossroad of reflection and renewal.
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