Wattmore pursue grit, mischief, and unapologetic chaos with new single 'Canadian Whiskey'

Wattmore have never been a band to settle into comfort zones, and with 'Canadian Whiskey', the Melbourne-based duo push their signature irreverence to its fullest. On paper, it’s a country drinking song, but as with everything Wattmore touch, the surface barely scratches the chaos underneath. Written alongside veteran provocateur Allan Caswell, the track is brimming with sarcasm, sideways commentary, and a global sense of mischief that spans Canada to Ukraine, with a healthy nod to any nation bold enough to make spirits.

From the first strum, the song refuses to sit still. Guitars jolt and lurch like they’ve been interrogated, drums hit with playful aggression, and Lindsay Waddington’s production translates controlled anarchy into something that actually feels radio-ready. Wattmore’s brash wit is present in every note, vocal inflection, and arrangement flourish, creating a listening experience that’s simultaneously hilarious, sharp, and oddly intoxicating.

Lyrically, 'Canadian Whiskey' plays with the absurdity of national pride and the universality of human folly, balancing playful satire with real emotional undercurrents. Wattmore are masters of the art of misdirection with choruses land like anthems while each verse lands slyly, hitting you with dry humour and clever commentary. The brothers’ guitar interplay is central to the track’s magnetic energy, creating a dialogue that’s as expressive as it is chaotic.

Following a streak of critically lauded, genre-defying singles, 'Canadian Whiskey' cements Wattmore’s reputation as artists who refuse categorisation. It’s smart, raw, and unapologetically their own, a messy, delightful collision of country storytelling, punk attitude, and cheeky irreverence. Pour a drink, lower your expectations, and let Wattmore do what they do best: break rules while making you want to sing along.