Bristol rock group Oswald Slain have unveiled their new single “Have You Got What You Came Here For?“, taken from their upcoming debut album BUCKY, arriving on October 24th 2025.
“Have You Got What You Came Here For?” is a fun, frenetic and tongue-in-cheek number that serves as a snap shot of the band’s time touring through the French Alps.
On the single, vocalist and lyricist Charlie Fitzgerald says: “Rhii and I spent a couple of months playing in the bars around the French Alps as a little rocky two-piece. It was really fun. Everyone was always super drunk and it was pretty full on. The crowd just wanted to sing along and dance after a day skiing on the mountain so we would play songs people knew and never really played any original stuff. The movie ‘Saltburn’ had just come out and ‘Murder On The Dance Floor’ by Sophie Ellis Bextor was having a major resurgence. So we played a version of that quite a lot. I wrote the lyrics to ‘Have You Got What You Came Here For?’ in the morning after a particularly fun night playing at Cavern bar in Morzine. The track came alive in the studio with Ryan laying down all the incredible bass bits and Rhii just slaying that drum part. It’s angsty, rebellious and one of our favorites to play live. It has a stupidly long title and some pretty risqué lyrics. It’s definitely the terrier on the upcoming album and stands out from the crowd…. Hopefully in a good way.”
Born from the creative cocoon of their home studio, Oswald Slain is a testament to both personal growth and musical evolution, their music reflecting a period of deep introspection and growth for the band. Having reconciled with the chaos of youth and the trials of aging, lyricist Fitz channels these experiences into sincere, humorous, evocative songwriting alongside the timeless swagger of old retro rock records.
Formerly known as Little Thief, Oswald Slain’s sound is a rich tapestry woven from the threads of classic Americana, echoing the timeless vibes of Neil Young and The Band, whilst infusing it with the gritty, energetic rock essence familiar from their previous works. Anchored by the driving rhythms and fuzzy guitars, their music offers both reflective depth and an irresistible groove, promising music that resonates with both heart and soul.
