Grammy Darlings Wet Leg Storm Back with 'Catch These Fists'

Mia Reynolds, 4/2/2025Wet Leg returns with "Catch These Fists," the first single from their upcoming album, Moisturizer. The duo embraces their cheeky spirit while evolving their sound with a fuller band presence. Scheduled for a massive UK tour and festival appearances, they continue to shine in the indie scene.

Remember when they wiped their Instagram clean last week? Classic move. The Isle of Wight pair — Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers — had fans practically climbing the walls before today's BBC Radio 1 premiere. And honestly? Worth the wait.

The new record (dropping July 11 via Domino) feels like a natural evolution from their self-titled debut, which, let's face it, was nothing short of a cultural phenomenon. That first album didn't just do well — it absolutely crushed it, landing at No. 14 on Billboard and topping the UK charts. Oh, and casually picking up two Grammys and a Brit Award along the way. No pressure for the follow-up, right?

But here's where it gets interesting. Rather than crack under the weight of expectations, Chambers and Teasdale seem to have doubled down on what makes them... well, them. "We were just kind of having fun and exploring," Chambers revealed in the press release, while Teasdale cut straight to the chase: "We focused on: Is this going to be fun to play live?"

The band's brought back producer Dan Carey (smart move — why mess with perfection?) and their touring band's officially in the mix now. Ellis Durand's handling bass, Henry Holmes is behind the drums, and Joshua Mobaraki's working magic on guitar and synths. The result? Early whispers suggest a fuller, more muscular sound that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of their signature wit.

Lucky fans who caught their recent London and Brighton shows got an early taste of what's coming. New tracks like "Dragonfart" (seriously) and "Lovestruck" suggest they're keeping their trademark irreverence while pushing their sound into fresh territory.

Looking ahead to 2025, they're not just dipping their toes in the water — they're diving headfirst into a massive UK tour. It's quite the journey from supporting Harry Styles and Foo Fighters to headlining their own stadium shows, but they've earned every second of it.

Festival season's looking pretty sweet too. They're set to headline Green Man and Wilderness, plus appearances at Glastonbury (because of course) and BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in Liverpool. The summer calendar's filling up faster than a vintage vinyl shop on Record Store Day.

The self-directed video for "Catch These Fists" — shot in their Isle of Wight stomping grounds — drops alongside the single. American fans? Keep your eyes peeled for their Tomorrow night spot on Fallon.

What's becoming crystal clear is that Wet Leg isn't just avoiding the sophomore slump — they're taking a running jump over it. Moisturizer might just be the next exciting chapter in what's shaping up to be one of British indie's most compelling success stories. Not bad for a couple of mates from the Isle of Wight who started out making music just for laughs.

Wet Leg just dropped a bombshell on the indie music world, and it's absolutely delicious. The Grammy-winning duo has finally broken their three-year silence with "Catch These Fists," a feisty new single that perfectly sets the stage for their cheekily-titled sophomore album, Moisturizer.Remember when they wiped their Instagram clean last week? Classic move. The Isle of Wight pair — Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers — had fans practically climbing the walls before today's BBC Radio 1 premiere. And honestly? Worth the wait.The new record (dropping July 11 via Domino) feels like a natural evolution from their self-titled debut, which, let's face it, was nothing short of a cultural phenomenon. That first album didn't just do well — it absolutely crushed it, landing at No. 14 on Billboard and topping the UK charts. Oh, and casually picking up two Grammys and a Brit Award along the way. No pressure for the follow-up, right?But here's where it gets interesting. Rather than crack under the weight of expectations, Chambers and Teasdale seem to have doubled down on what makes them... well, them. "We were just kind of having fun and exploring," Chambers revealed in the press release, while Teasdale cut straight to the chase: "We focused on: Is this going to be fun to play live?"The band's brought back producer Dan Carey (smart move — why mess with perfection?) and their touring band's officially in the mix now. Ellis Durand's handling bass, Henry Holmes is behind the drums, and Joshua Mobaraki's working magic on guitar and synths. The result? Early whispers suggest a fuller, more muscular sound that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of their signature wit.Lucky fans who caught their recent London and Brighton shows got an early taste of what's coming. New tracks like "Dragonfart" (seriously) and "Lovestruck" suggest they're keeping their trademark irreverence while pushing their sound into fresh territory.Looking ahead to 2025, they're not just dipping their toes in the water — they're diving headfirst into a massive UK tour. It's quite the journey from supporting Harry Styles and Foo Fighters to headlining their own stadium shows, but they've earned every second of it.Festival season's looking pretty sweet too. They're set to headline Green Man and Wilderness, plus appearances at Glastonbury (because of course) and BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in Liverpool. The summer calendar's filling up faster than a vintage vinyl shop on Record Store Day.The self-directed video for "Catch These Fists" — shot in their Isle of Wight stomping grounds — drops alongside the single. American fans? Keep your eyes peeled for their Tomorrow night spot on Fallon.What's becoming crystal clear is that Wet Leg isn't just avoiding the sophomore slump — they're taking a running jump over it. Moisturizer might just be the next exciting chapter in what's shaping up to be one of British indie's most compelling success stories. Not bad for a couple of mates from the Isle of Wight who started out making music just for laughs.