Wattmore approaches songwriting with restraint, trust, and a clear respect for lived experience. The Brisbane-based brothers have built their identity on letting songs breathe, allowing tone and space to do as much work as melody. Their single “It’s Called Love…It’s Called The Blues” captures that philosophy without explanation or excess, sitting comfortably between country storytelling and blues-worn reflection.
The track was written and recorded with Allan Caswell, a long-time collaborator and one of Australia’s most respected songwriters. Rather than leaning on his reputation, the collaboration feels conversational. Caswell’s spoken vocal becomes part of the song’s emotional fabric, grounding it in realism and age-earned perspective. His presence reinforces the song’s central idea: love isn’t always dramatic or destructive. Sometimes it simply settles into weight, routine, and truth.
Structurally, “It’s Called Love…It’s Called The Blues” is built on a guitar riff that sets the mood and refuses to rush. The brothers lock into a groove that values control over decoration, leaving room for the story to unfold naturally. Warm guitars, understated rhythm, and close harmony vocals create a sound that feels familiar without slipping into nostalgia. Nothing here is chasing trends. The song knows exactly what it is.
Producer Lindsay Waddington played a key role in shaping the final version. During album sessions, he suggested leaning fully into Caswell’s spoken delivery rather than smoothing it out. The decision gave the track its defining character. With contributions from seasoned Australian country musicians, the production remains measured and human, avoiding polish for its own sake.
Wattmore’s background with siblings is central to their approach. They communicate through instinct, subtle cues, and an unspoken understanding developed over years of playing together. That chemistry allows their songs to feel effortless while carrying emotional weight. Dry humour and self-awareness run through their work, but never undermine sincerity.
Following the strong reception of “Canadian Whiskey,” this release continues Wattmore’s trajectory without changing direction. “It’s Called Love…It’s Called The Blues” isn’t built for instant payoff. It’s designed for listeners who value honesty, patience, and songs that reveal more with time. In a crowded modern landscape, Wattmore chooses clarity, and that choice defines their voice.
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| Wattmore explores restraint, brotherhood, and truth through “It’s Called Love…It’s Called The Blues” |
It reflects an enduring commitment to craft over noise, trusting that authenticity travels further than volume, and that quiet confidence can still resonate deeply. Wattmore writes for people who listen closely, not for algorithms, proving restraint remains a powerful artistic decision today and tomorrow alike.
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