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There’s something about the way Wooll blends warm acoustic rhythms with jangly electric guitars that just hits different. On their latest single, “Copy of Acoustic,” the Providence, Rhode Island-based band has crafted a sound that’s equal parts cozy and cathartic, a dreamy indie pop concoction that’s as inviting as it is introspective.

From the opening notes, “Copy of Acoustic” envelops you in a haze of shimmering guitars and gently pulsing rhythms. It’s the kind of sound that’s tailor-made for lazy Sunday mornings and late-night drives, a perfect soundtrack for getting lost in your own thoughts. But listen a little closer, and you’ll find a bittersweet undercurrent running through the track, a sense of melancholy that’s as palpable as it is understated.

Lyrically, “Copy of Acoustic” grapples with themes of uncertainty and emotional distance. Lines like “Let’s not pretend / You quiver in the wind” and “Don’t be a fool / It’s tinted with a jewel” hint at a relationship that’s lost its luster, a connection that’s fraying at the edges. And when the chorus hits, with its plaintive refrain of “I wonder where you’ve been / Or if you really cared,” it’s hard not to feel a pang of recognition, a sense of kinship with anyone who’s ever felt the sting of a love that’s slowly fading away.

But what really sets “Copy of Acoustic” apart is the way it balances its introspective lyrics with a sound that’s as warm and inviting as a mug of hot cocoa on a chilly day. The interplay between the acoustic and electric guitars is particularly mesmerizing, with the jangly leads adding a touch of surf-rock cool to the proceedings. It’s a sound that’s reminiscent of everything from new wave to dream pop to the lo-fi bedroom recordings of artists like Alex G and Indigo De Souza, but it’s all filtered through Wooll’s unique sensibility, resulting in a track that feels both fresh and timeless.

Clocking in at just over three minutes, “Copy of Acoustic” is the kind of song that leaves you wanting more in the best possible way. It’s a tantalizing taste of what Wooll is capable of, a glimpse into a sonic world that’s as rich and textured as it is emotionally resonant. And with their inaugural album released in April, it’s clear that this is just the beginning of what promises to be a thrilling musical journey. So sit back, relax, and let Wooll’s dreamy indie pop wash over you like a warm summer breeze. “Copy of Acoustic” may be tinged with melancholy, but it’s the kind of sadness that feels strangely comforting, a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there’s still beauty and connection to be found.