"redolent's New Single 'ok wow' Released"
Edinburgh-based electronic-indie band redolent is back with new music and a captivating documentary that chronicles their unique journey through the music industry. Today, they released their latest single “ok wow,” marking their first new tune since winning the 2024 Scottish Album of the Year for their debut album, dinny greet. The track unfolds as a poignant introspection, driven by frontman Robin Herbert’s emotionally charged lyrics reflecting on the fallout of an argument. As the song progresses, it shifts into an electronic landscape that showcases the group’s innovative sound marked by intricate textures and beats.
The single “ok wow” delves into personal themes, drawing from Herbert’s experiences in navigating conflict and regret. The initial melancholic piano loop gives way to a dynamic build-up, as electronic elements and strong beats emerge, seamlessly blending various musical styles. This evolution in sound is representative of redolent’s artistic growth and their commitment to making music that resonates with listeners.
Alongside the new single, redolent has also unveiled a self-produced documentary that tells the remarkable story of their ascent in the music industry. The film details the band’s challenges and triumphs—from their early struggles to achieving significant recognition through their EP, Make Big Money Fast Online Now, which eventually attracted the attention of major labels. Their relationship with Columbia Records, although short-lived, provided them with valuable insights and the creative freedom that followed in the production of dinny greet.
Directed and edited by the band, the documentary captures their unconventional path, including a notable moment when Robin Herbert found financial success during the GameStop short squeeze, allowing him to keep the band’s ambitions alive. This narrative of resilience and creativity is as compelling as their music and adds a layer of depth to the band’s identity.
The band, consisting of Robin Herbert, Danny Herbert, Andrew Turnbull, and Alice Hancock, invites fans to not just listen to their new single but also to engage with their creative journey as showcased in the documentary. Both the single “ok wow” and the documentary are available for streaming, promising audiences an experience that is both auditory and visual.
As redolent looks ahead to 2026, fans can expect more exciting developments from this driven group that continues to redefine their sound and storytelling approach.
For those interested in diving deeper into redolent’s creative world, the documentary is now available for viewing. This combination of music and film encapsulates the essence of a band that thrives on innovation and personal narrative, marking them as one of Edinburgh’s most formidable acts.
