Katie Wighton, the talented guitarist and vocalist from the award-winning group All Our Exes Live in Texas, delights us with her new single “Real Thing“. Let’s dive into this bright and joyful track that perfectly captures the essence of bedroom-pop mixed with slacker-rock vibes.
“Real Thing” is an exquisite blend of indie-folk, bedroom-pop, and indie-rock, enriched with a distinctive Australian flair. The track opens with slacker-rock guitar notes, evoking intimate moments like stolen kisses on street corners and sun-drenched lovers on endless summer days.
Gradually, the song evolves into a sincere confession of that “real thing” we all search for. Katie’s voice, filled with conviction, is heard against a backdrop of shimmering synths, crashing drums, and lo-fi guitars, with spacious production that highlights the raw integrity of her lyrics and catchy hooks that will stay with the listener long after listening.
Katie Wighton is a multifaceted artist. As a member of the Australian folk group All Our Exes Live in Texas, she won the ARIA Award for Best Blues & Roots Album with their debut album When We Fall in 2017. The group was also crowned Folk Act of the Year at both the National Live Music Awards and AU Review Awards the same year, and lent their voices to Kesha’s platinum single, “Praying”.
Since 2019, Katie has embarked on a solo career, unveiling an EP in 2020 that received critical acclaim. Her third single, “You Act Like A Child”, from her self-titled EP, garnered widespread recognition.
In 2021, Katie began working on her debut solo album, The End, recorded in Melbourne and on the remote Russell Island between COVID lockdowns. This album, praised by Rolling Stone Australia and nominated for an ARIA Award, explores themes ranging from booze to tumultuous relationships, to long-distance love.
Don’t miss out on discovering Katie Wighton’s “Real Thing”. This track is a breath of fresh air and a celebration of real love and everyday small joys. Listen to this captivating single below, and let yourself be carried away by the magic of her music.
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