The Smith Street Band Once I Was Wild

The Smith Street Band return with Once I Was Wild, a powerful and deeply personal album that captures the band at a moment of emotional reckoning and creative renewal. Known for their raw honesty, cathartic lyricism and sing-along hooks, this release balances vulnerability with urgency, reflecting on grief, growth, resilience and the messiness of moving forward.

Across the record, frontman Wil Wagner delivers some of his most reflective songwriting to date, pairing stark storytelling with driving punk-leaning indie rock arrangements. It’s an album that feels both intimate and anthemic — built for late-night listening and loud communal moments alike.

This Indie Exclusive Orange Vinyl LP is pressed on vibrant coloured wax and is a must-have for fans and collectors, offering a striking physical edition of one of the band’s most honest and accomplished releases.