Electric Horseman let the songs lead on their compelling new album ‘Under The Weather’

There is a noticeable confidence that comes with a band knowing when not to interfere with its own music, and that is perhaps the defining characteristic of 'Under The Weather'. Throughout their latest LP, Electric Horseman allow each composition to develop at its own pace, resulting in an album that feels remarkably natural, built on instinct instead of calculation.

The Darmstadt six-piece have always occupied an interesting corner of the indie landscape, drawing together elements of roots music, classic guitar rock and subtle psychedelic colouring without leaning too heavily into any single influence. And on this second full-length release, those ingredients feel more integrated than ever before.

One of the record’s greatest strengths is its sense of movement. The songs rarely stand still emotionally, even when the arrangements remain understated. Characters arrive with certainty only to question themselves, relationships drift into unfamiliar territory, and familiar places begin to feel strangely distant. There is an ongoing exploration of transition throughout the album that gives the entire listening experience a quiet momentum.

The song 'Phoenix' provides one of the clearest examples of that approach. Built around an immediately recognisable guitar figure and a confident rhythmic foundation, the song gradually unfolds into something far more reflective than its opening suggests. But rather than presenting a simple tale of right and wrong, Electric Horseman choose empathy over judgement, allowing us to sit alongside the uncertainty as it plays.

By the closing moments, 'Under The Weather' begins to feel like a series of connected conversations about distance, belonging, and the fragile nature of certainty. The album never pretends to offer definitive answers, but it asks thoughtful questions with quiet confidence.

In doing so, Electric Horseman have produced a record that values honesty over spectacle and connection over complexity. It's an understated achievement, but one that leaves a lasting impression by its end.