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The Groves Burst Onto the Scene with Debut Single “Say How” — A Loud, Hook-Loaded Slice of Powerpop Nostalgia.
There’s something exciting about a debut that lands with full confidence — no hesitation, no overthinking, just good songwriting and loud guitars. That’s exactly what The Groves deliver with their first single, “Say How,” released on September 26, 2025.
The Stoke-on-Trent newcomers crash onto the scene with a crunchy, melodic burst of powerpop, packed with big hooks and a sly sense of humour. It’s playful and fuzzed-up, nodding to the golden era of late-90s and early-2000s indie rock — the days when melody met distortion and bands still wrote choruses to remember.
A Sound Built on Heart & Hooks,
The Groves proudly cite albums like Brendan Benson’s One Mississippi and Jason Falkner’s Presents Author Unknown as key influences — touchstones for clever, catchy pop-rock that never tries too hard but still hits where it counts.
“We love those records that feel effortless,” the band shares. “They’re melodic and fun but still hit hard — great songs with heart and hooks. That’s the vibe we wanted to capture on our first track.”
And they’ve nailed it. “Say How” is bright, punchy, and instantly familiar in the best way — the kind of song that feels like it’s been in your playlist for years.
Local Buzz to Wider Horizons
Hailing from Stoke-on-Trent, The Groves have already built a steady following at local venues through headline and support slots. With “Say How,” they’re ready to push beyond their hometown, aiming for new ears across playlists, blogs, and indie radio.
Adding to their offbeat charm, the band is also putting together a DIY lo-fi video featuring a surreal bicycle chase between the band and a gorilla — a chaotic and hilarious nod to cult British TV gem Garth Marenghi’s Darkplace.
If you’re into crunchy guitars, tight harmonies, and clever songwriting that channels the best of powerpop’s heyday, “Say How” deserves your attention. It’s a debut that sounds like a statement — and a promising sign of what’s to come from The Groves.