Single Review

The Wilde – Young Libertine EP

• 17th Nov 2014

The debut EP from rockers The Wilde is dynamic and forceful, the type of music that instantly grabs the attention. Produced by Bruce Rintoul at 45 A Side Studios in Glasgow, the Leeds based five piece band have announced their arrival onto the rock scene in fine fashion. The music has a polish to it that speaks of a more established band, the sound crisp and clear, the riffs biting and the vocals delivered with power and elegance.

The first track, and lead single, Until Next Time It’s A One Time Thing is fast paced and infectious. The opening burst of guitar sets the scene for Tommy Fleming’s vocals, which have both a rock snarl and the ability to hit the high notes. The pace drops for a chanted bridge before the final burst of raw energy takes it over the top. This is a very good rock song with an edge.

Bad Bones exudes sexual tension before exploding into the big chorus. It’s simple and catchy, the type of thing that you will find yourself singing long after it finishes. Whose Skin Are You Living In? builds on some lovely guitar work and a solid rhythm to keep the momentum going, the music hurtling ever forward in fine style. Youth In Bloom is the most melodic of the five tracks on the EP, the vocals again commanding over a strong musical backing.

The title track closes the album and if anything the pace gets even higher here. A pounding drum beat anchors an anthemic song that has live favourite written all over it. This might just be the best track on the EP, its big riffs and bright harmonies making it a feel good, three minute epic.

The Wilde are picking up a fair bit of radio and press attention already, and no wonder. Their music is bright and engaging and with a production that sees every instrument being clearly audible. This doesn’t feel like a debut release at all, and that’s a mark of their talent.

Venue: Young Libertine EP
Support Band: The Wilde