U.K. alternative rock band Oswald Slain have revealed their debut album.
Today, the band announced plans to release BECKY on October 24. The record was co-produced by the band and Ryan Rogers (Mumble Tide). The announcement comes months after the release of their debut EP KISS ME ON THE MOUTH. Vocalist Charlie Fitzgerald said this about working on the album:
“Making this record was a massive turning point in our lives. After being a bit unsure of where things were headed and what we were doing, the days spent recording these songs in our little studio were the moments of clarity we needed to get the ball rolling with something new and creatively exciting.
BUCKY is a short eight track album that captures our moments of surrender, growth and hope within a chaotic and cluttered lifestyle. We made the record pretty quickly, writing songs in the morning then recording them in the afternoon, for the most part pretty live using a cheap dynamic mic on the vocals with no separation from the drums. We weren’t seeking perfection but it felt good not to be too precious about anything. We were living with Ryan Rogers at the time who took a lead role in producing it and added some impeccable enthusiasm which was exactly what we needed. It was nice to make something that felt honest, fun and vulnerable, and we can’t wait to get it out into the world.”
The first single from the album titled “Firing Line” is available on streaming services right now. Fitzgerald said this about the song:
“It’s a Ride or Die, deeply romantic tune about supporting and loving someone during their roughest moments. It’s one of our absolute favourite songs off the upcoming album. It was massively satisfying to record and really grounding to write the lyrics. We had been listening to lots of Weezer and Pixies when we recorded Firing Line so that was a huge influence on the recording for sure.”
Oswald Slain will be supporting Emily Breeze at a handful of dates across the U.K. this summer followed by appearances at Shambala Festival and Becider Seaside 21 Festival. Tour dates can be seen below. Tickets are on sale to the general public right now.
Oswald Slain tour dates
12th July 2025 – Le Pub, Newport (Supporting Emily Breeze)
18th July 2025 – Paper Dress Vintage, London (Supporting Emily Breeze)
19th July 2025 – Alphabet, Brighton (Supporting Emily Breeze)
15th August 2025 – JT Soar, Nottingham (Supporting Emily Breeze)
23rd August 2025 – Shambala Festival, Northamptonshire
25th August 2025 – Becider Seaside 21 Festival, Burton