All Our Exes Live in Texas guitarist and vocalist Katie Wighton releases the new solo single ‘Real Thing’, a vibrant bedroom-pop fizzer ‘Real Thing’.
Infused with an element of Alternative-Rock with its loosely strummed guitars whilst also carrying a vibrant pop edge, the single balances it’s heartfelt relatability and radiant melodies with its full band sound. As comparable to boygenius as it is Avril Lavigne and even Snow Patrol, the track offers uplifting songwriting and a understated, cool edge.
Speaking about the track, Katie explains: “It felt so good to write a happy song for once in my life! ‘Real Thing’ is not about sugarcoating things though. It’s about the ups and downs and all-arounds. It’s about the holidays in Canada and the trips to Ireland; the tears and the makeup kisses; it’s about real love. My partner produced this song which made it all the more special. Writing the chorus of this song didn’t take long at all. I have been playing a LOT in open D tuning in the last couple of years and this is no different. The verses took me a little longer – I tried so hard to make them personal and not too cheesy.”
Having toured the world with All Our Exes Live in Texas, winning the ARIA Award for Best Blues & Roots Album being named Folk Act of the Year at both the National Live Music Awards and AU Review Awards among other accolades, Wighton is no stranger to success. Continuing both with her solo work and with the band, Katie is set for more milestones as she continues to showcase her uncanny abilities.
