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Comprised of Jayem <\/b>and Ricky 100<\/b>, Ottawa-based duo Wotts <\/b>offer a fresh approach to indie-rock with an ever-changing genre classification that sparks both intrigue and sonic fascination. Thus far, their diverse discography sweeps through vibrant pop (‘PETALS<\/i>‘), nostalgia-soaked narratives (‘Garden<\/i>‘), and heavier-rock concoctions (‘NOT US<\/i>‘).<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Their latest release – the second track to be plucked from their upcoming sophomore EP ‘COPE<\/i>‘ – ‘he spoke with conviction<\/i>‘ showcases the duo’s love for Australia-originating psych-pop<\/a>. Here, Tame Impala<\/b> and POND <\/b>are cited as direct influences that are overtly prevalent through sun-washed instrumentation and airy vocals.<\/span><\/p>\n ‘he spoke with conviction”s <\/i>predecessor, ‘terminal’\u00a0<\/i>harks similarities<\/a> to Twenty One Pilots<\/b> with its experimental soundscapes, where this latest offering is more firmly grounded in lush indie pop.\u00a0Thematically, however, the tracks share the same cynical undertones. ‘terminal<\/i>‘ reflects on diffidence and inner turmoil, with\u00a0‘he spoke with conviction’<\/i> turning the mirror towards society, offering astute observations on the lies “we tell ourselves to get by”.<\/span><\/p>\n Talking on the release, Jayem confesses: “We wanted the song to feel like you\u2019re drifting ‘he spoke with conviction’ <\/i>is a stand-out from Wott’s back-catalogue and ramps up excitement for their upcoming extended play.<\/span><\/p>\n Lana Williams<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n @lanatakesphotos<\/span><\/a> \/ <\/span>@_lanaajade<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n Image: ‘he spoke with conviction’ Official Single Cover<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n
\nbetween truth and illusion, a sort of hazy space where you can bury your head<\/i>\u201d.\u00a0<\/span>True to this intention, the track achieves a fluid balance between gravelly, woozy vocals and more commanding instrumentation that ebbs and flows from quieter, percussive moments to crunching electric guitars.<\/span><\/p>\n