After releasing playful singles I’m Just That Way and Maybe, Splitting Edges have finally released their Sophomore EP, Only Words. For any fan looking to get both their dose of catchy alt-indie fun and of heartbreak, it does not disappoint. A genre-bending six-track project running for just nineteen minutes, Only Words explores what it’s like to navigate difficult people, and is catchy while it does so. Combining driven production with raw lyrics and a hint of jazz influence, Splitting Edges have captured the feeling of being caught between obsession and detachment.

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The EP opens with the single I’m Just That Way, a bouncy introduction that combines bright guitar riffs with relatable lyrics to create an energetic opening sound, with a touch of angst. It’s the kind of vibe you can imagine opening an indie coming-of-age movie. 

 

Maybe it follows, bringing down the tempo and transitioning us from high-energy indie rock to a more mellow vibe masterfully. Almost every listener will know the feeling of ‘talking all night cause I didn’t want to sleep’, and the upbeat rhythm makes it a perfect summer song.

 

Throughout 'Only Words,' Splitting Edges explores complex relationships and toxicity, notably in tracks 'The Chase' and 'Blue Lady.' The album demonstrates the band’s versatility and distinctive sound within the alt-indie scene, drawing influences from Amy Winehouse to Arctic Monkeys.

 

Each track on the EP is compelling, as we’re brought through a range of ups and downs, as shown by the shifts in tempo and even across the genre. 

 

With Only Words, Splitting Edges push the boundaries of the alt-indie genre and further establish their distinct sound. While each track showcases a completely different vibe, the EP’s strong emotion persists throughout. Fans of Catfish and the Bottlemen and King Krule will discover a new sound they love here.