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Wormogenic Delivers a Striking First Impression with ‘Rip Off The Bandaid’

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3 months ago

July 21, 2026

There’s an arresting honesty running through Rip Off The Bandaid, the debut single from emerging alternative-pop artist Wormogenic. Equal parts confessional and infectious, the track introduces a songwriter unafraid to confront uncomfortable emotions head-on while wrapping them inside irresistibly melodic songwriting.

Drawing influence from Florida’s coastal backdrop and the emotional contradictions of adolescence, Wormogenic crafts a sound that blends vintage pop sensibilities with grunge undertones and contemporary production. The contrast between bright instrumentation and introspective lyricism gives the single its enduring appeal.

The song explores the self-destructive habit of anticipating happiness’s inevitable end, capturing the exhausting cycle of anxiety and self-sabotage with notable clarity. Wormogenic’s vocal performance carries both fragility and determination, allowing the emotional narrative to unfold with convincing sincerity.

Fans of Chappell Roan, Caroline Polachek, and Girl in Red will recognise elements of those artists’ fearless approach to alternative pop, but Wormogenic avoids imitation by grounding every moment in her own perspective. Her songwriting feels conversational, emotionally intelligent, and refreshingly unguarded.

As the lead offering from the forthcoming Bandaids EP, Rip Off The Bandaid succeeds as both an engaging standalone single and an enticing introduction to an artist with considerable promise. Wormogenic arrives with a distinctive voice and a clear creative direction, making this a debut well worth paying attention to.

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Koe Wetzel Surprises Fans With “Hard Way” Feat. Stephen Wilson Jr. Ahead of Sold-Out Red Rocks Show

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2 hours ago

October 28, 2026

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Ahead of tonight’s penultimate show of The Night Champion World Tour, Koe Wetzel surprised fans with the release of “Hard Way,” rounding out the deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed sixth studio album, The Night Champion. Listen to “Hard Way” and order The Night Champion (Deluxe) on vinyl via KoeWetzelMusic.com.

“Hard Way” finds Wetzel teaming up with fellow genre-bending artist Stephen Wilson Jr. for the final addition to the project that has given fans a steady flow of new music since its initial arrival in June. The hard-charging, guitar-forward anthem unites the pair’s growling vocals in a rock-fueled tale of lessons learned through a life lived on the edge.

“It’s been a hell of a ride with this record, and we weren’t quite done yet. Before the sun comes up on The Night Champion, we’ve got one more song left to play,” shares Wetzel. “I’ve been a fan of Stephen’s for a while now, and we got to play a bunch of shows together last year, so I’m fired up to have a song together now, too.”

The surprise release arrives as Wetzel continues a career-defining run, with current single “Jaded” feat. Ella Langley Top 10-and-climbing at Country radio and reaching a new peak of No. 18 on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100.

Following this week’s conclusion of The Night Champion World Tour, Wetzel reunites with Parker McCollum for the return of their Naughty or Nice Tour, with six sold-out acoustic shows across Texas to celebrate the holiday season.

The Night Champion (Deluxe) Track List: 1. Sinner 2. Hard Way feat. Stephen Wilson Jr. 3. Circus 4. Jaded feat. Ella Langley 5. Hurts Like You 6. Bad Decisions 7. Time Goes On 8. Meet You There 9. Dollar and a Bottle 10. Magnet 11. The Man 12. Ronnie Ray 13. Nowhere Fast 14. Rollin and Smokin 15. I’ll Lock Up 16. Surrounded 17. When I Was

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