Welly are making major moves. Fresh off their summer festival circuit success, this UK band has just dropped their latest single and video, "Cul-de-Sac." Known for their irreverent charm and chaotic yet catchy sound, Welly isn’t your typical British band.
They’re pushing boundaries with tracks that reflect the highs and lows of suburban life, and their new single is no exception. "Cul-de-Sac" plays out like a love song gone sour, capturing the disillusionment that comes with growing up and moving on from small-town dreams. The track’s experimental tempo and intensity feel worlds away from the dead-end streets it's inspired by.
The accompanying video is equally out there; in the best way possible. Shot at the iconic Wimbourne Model Town (yes, the one from Hot Fuzz), the video is an eccentric take on small-town politics and nostalgia. As frontman Welly put it, the concept came together in a whirlwind, with director Harvey Payne suggesting the model village idea. The result? Welly stomping around like an indie-dance Godzilla in the middle of a tiny town, all while half-drunk on nostalgia and teenage memories. Welly says
""Cul-de-Sac" was never meant to be a single, but sometimes the best art is born from spontaneity. The song is dedicated to that bittersweet moment when you realize you've outgrown both the streets and people that shaped you. The girl-next-door isn’t the same anymore, and neither is that bottle of WKD you used to share.”
If you're keen to catch Welly live, you’re in luck. The band has announced the southern leg of 'The National Service Tour', hitting 14 venues across the UK this fall. Whether you’re a hardcore fan or just curious about their growing buzz, it’s clear Welly's grassroots energy is building momentum. Their social media presence has exploded with viral Instagram Reels, and their DIY, no-fuss attitude is connecting with fans in a big way. Fresh off headline shows and major festivals like Reading & Leeds, Welly is poised to take their place among the great British bands.
So, even though Welly might be singing about dead-end roads, their future is anything but. Don’t miss your chance to catch them live. The road ahead is wide open, and Welly is driving straight into it.
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