We were beyond excited to check out the new single, “UGLY ”, from Bristol (UK) , rock group Oswald Slain . You can listen to “UGLY” Here

Born from the creative cocoon of their home studio, Oswald Slain is a testament to both personal growth and musical evolution. Recorded over the miserable January of 2024, Oswald Slain’s music reflects a period of introspection and growth. Having reconciled with the chaos of youth and the trials of aging, lyricist Fitz channels these experiences into sincere, humorous, evocative songwriting alongside the timeless swagger of old retro rock records.

We love everything about , “UGLY”, from Oswald Slain, we found ourselves singing along instantly. Oswald Slain, have a vibe and an energy that is impossible not to fall in love with.

“UGLY’ follows the release of November’s debut single ‘Happiness Is Overrated‘, championed by RTE, Fame Magazine, KUTX, Rough Trade’s ‘Counter Culture’ and Apple editorial’s ‘New In Rock’.

Produced in-house in their DIY home studio and mastered by Jason Mitchell at Loud Mastering (PJ Harvey, XTC, Big Special), ‘UGLY‘ lifts the red curtain on the darker side of the 70’s adult entertainment industry.

Speaking on the inspiration for the song, vocalist and lyricist Charlie Fitzgerald says: “UGLY was one of the first tunes we made at home messing about in our little studio. We really enjoyed the slapping drum beat and fuzzy guitars and wanted to make something gross and tacky with some pretty moments. Lyrically it’s inspired by the film Boogie Nights and all the deranged antics that went on behind the glitz and the glamour of the 70’s adult entertainment industry. I like things that aren’t perfect and people who are not afraid to just be themselves; everyone has an ugly side or a bad angle but that only adds to an overall greater beauty in my opinion.”

We are convinced that Oswald Slain, don’t just write songs … No Oswald Slain write freaking ROCK ANTHEMS! UGLY is a freaking ROCK ANTHEM.