Artist: Goddamn Wolves Single: Get Your Coat Genre: Alt-Country, Folk Rock Release Date: February 14th, 2025
“Get Your Coat” finds Goddamn Wolves easing off the distortion pedal without losing any of their character. The Raleigh-based trio, best known for their alt-rock grit and boy-girl vocal interplay, lean into something more reflective this time: a jangly, country-tinged tune that’s equal parts new direction and old memory.
This isn’t just a stylistic pivot—it’s a look inward. The song is actually one of Chris Weilding’s earlier pieces, dusted off and given new life during the band’s recent studio sessions for The DOOM EP. There’s a noticeable sense of comfort in the way the band approaches it. The arrangement is loose, yet intentional. The energy is restrained, but never lazy. A surprise standout here is the piano, played by Dakota Proctor (Ooze Box), who happened to be hanging out in the studio that day. His part isn’t flashy—it just fits, lending a sort of Beatles-meets-ELO atmosphere that elevates the whole track.
Lyrically, the song feels like a snapshot of a moment—maybe romantic, maybe not. “Get your coat, I’ll get the light” captures that quiet intimacy without overexplaining it. And harmonically, that line lands on a sharp V chord (a G# major in the key of C, which adds a subtle but cinematic lift to the chorus. It’s one of those little moments that tells you this band knows what they’re doing.
Still, if there’s one thing missing, it’s a hook that sticks. The track lingers in your mind more as a vibe than a melody. You remember the textures, the way the piano twinkles underneath the guitars, and the mood it creates—but maybe not the tune itself. That’s not a dealbreaker, but it does place the song in the category of slow-burners rather than immediate earworms.
Goddamn Wolves have never been a singles band in the Top 40 sense. Their music is more about chemistry and subtle choices than trying to write the next viral hit. “Get Your Coat” is a good example of that ethos. It’s not shouting to be heard—it’s inviting you in. And if you’ve got the patience, there’s plenty to notice.
Recommended for fans of The High Divers (South Carolina based jangly alt-guitar goodness), ELO deep cuts, and soft spot harmonies with just a trace of twang.
