Wotts returns today with their latest single, “Laundry.” It takes the every day and makes it magnetic. Produced by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Jayem, “Laundry” meshes Wotts’ trademark psych-pop sound with an unmistakable touch of UK indie rock.
Evoking the spirit of bands like The Smiths and Fontaines D.C., “Laundry” is a new sonic step and an affectionate homage to the sounds that influenced the pair. With its flickering fretwork and propulsive bass from Ricky 100, “Laundry” has that bittersweet indie nostalgia charm. But it’s the infectious groove and melodic warmness that renders it un-hummable.
“There’s so much music from over there affected us. It was just a matter of time before that influence ended up on our tracks,” says Ricky 100. And it shows. “Laundry” combines crisp, lo-fi production and emotional sincerity that have become a staple of Wotts’ sound.
Despite its title being the stuff of the standard, “Laundry” is anything but. It peeks into daily life’s rhythms with a wink, encasing contemplative lyrics within bouncy, head-bobbing instrumentation. It’s a song that feels like a chat with a longtime friend, easy to relate to, and hard to resist.
With “Laundry,” Wotts have certainly done it again, demonstrating their keen ability to find beauty in the mundane. It’s a bright addition to their catalog, setting an energy for what’s looking to be an exhilarating year to come.