Lament by Wayward

London electronic duo Wayward return with their first full release in nearly four years: Lament, a poignant, emotionally rich EP that explores the quiet power of grief, transition, and renewal.

At its core, Lament is about letting go - of people, places, moments in time and learning to carry the weight of memory with hope rather than heaviness. Born out of personal loss and life shifts, the EP captures that bittersweet moment of farewell, where sadness meets reflection and a spark of possibility.

The centerpiece, “Do We Die”, is a cathartic and uplifting meditation on legacy and remembrance. Built around a chopped vocal sample from Natalie Wildgoose, the track asks a simple but profound question: Do we die? - ultimately answering it through a vivid sonic journey of drum breaks, ethereal textures, and emotional depth. “It’s about searching for optimism in grief,” Wayward explains, “and realising that the people we’ve lost still live on through everything we do.”

Elsewhere on the EP, “Macerato” blends moody atmosphere with tightly wound percussion, offering a darker, more introspective groove. “Sixth Sense” brings a shimmering, otherworldly energy, an ode to the intuitive threads that connect us to the past, present, and future and marks a bold step for the duo, with Louis lending his voice for the first time on a Wayward track.

Closing with the title track “Lament”, the EP leaves listeners in a reflective state: not sorrowful, but wide open. “As two self-proclaimed pessimists, writing music helps us process heavy feelings in a way that feels more hopeful,” Wayward shares. “This EP is about that turning point, where you can either dwell, or move forward with curiosity.”

After several years spent behind the scenes producing and collaborating with artists like Eliza Rose, The Martinez Brothers, Shanti Celeste, Elkka, Calibre and more, Lament marks a powerful and personal return to the spotlight for Wayward.

More to come…

London based duo, Wayward have gained some serious steam in recent years. They’ve co-crafted cuts for artists across a spectrum of genres. From studio sessions with Grammy-winning creative giant Skrillex, to Ninja Tune’s Park Hye Jin, and alt-indie enigma Chelou. Firmly establishing themselves as broad respected producers.