Wild Horse kick off 2025 with an infectious burst of energy in “Read My Mind (Vibes Song),” a track that proves why they’re one of the UK’s most exciting indie pop bands right now. Produced by industry veteran Gary Stevenson and written by frontman Jack Baldwin, this track is a glittering cocktail of groove, glitter, and emotional honesty. The song opens with a swirling, almost psychedelic rhythm that immediately pulls you in. Then the drums land with a snappy, upbeat groove that lifts the whole track into feel-good territory. Jack’s vocals come in bright and full of bounce, delivering a catchy melody that feels both polished and spontaneous. The chorus is an instant earworm, one of those you’ll find yourself humming unconsciously after a single listen. It’s pop magnetism that feels like sunshine cracking through grey skies.
Beneath the song’s funked-up guitar riffs and breezy vibes, though, lies a deeper emotional core. The lyrics navigate the tension between the soul-crushing monotony of modern work life and the intoxicating lift of love, or perhaps even infatuation. The lines, “Feels like I’m floating in a haze / No time to breathe” and “You occupy my mind / F*k all my problems” showcase how youthful euphoria balances with the darker pressures simmering beneath the surface.
Musically, “Read My Mind” can be a throwback to the danceable indie rock of the early 2000s with a fresh spin that’s all Wild Horse. Think The 1975 meets Arctic Monkeys at their most playful, with an undercurrent of 70s glam-pop sparkle. The track pulses with a sleek nostalgia while still sounding contemporary and vibrant, thanks to Jade Snowden’s subtle keyboard work and the tight instrumentation from the Baldwin brothers and Ed Barnes.
Whether you’re burned out from your 9-to-5 or just need a reason to smile on your commute, “Read My Mind” is that serotonin shot, available on Spotify.
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Photo credit: Anthony Elvy
Review by: Naomi Joan