Single ReleasE: Bennett Woolsey “Spirit Wine”
Calling All Lovers of Moody Breakup Music: Bennett Woolsey's "Spirit Wine" Is On the Menu.
Release Date August 28, 2026
Maggz
Summer is coming to a close, which means it’s time to build the perfect moody, cozy fall playlists for crisp fall air. Lucky for us, Bennett Woolsey is back with his latest single “Spirit Wine” that perfectly fits the bill. The Nashville-based singer-songwriter writes music from a deep and personal place, using experiences from past relationships to build songs for his EP, set to release later this year.
The track is his self-proclaimed “favorite release to date” and depicts the story of a relationship that is difficult to leave in the past. The newest release feels in harmony with previously released single “Chevy Chase” - a rock ballad about the bittersweet nostalgia that comes with memories of home. “Cigarettes and Alcohol” is a more upbeat love song about being so infatuated with someone that you are willing to become a new version of yourself (we’ve all been there.)
“Spirit Wine” still sets itself apart from the other two tracks with an addicting, driving pace that Woolsey’s folky and yearning tone pushes forward with lyrics packed with moody imagery: “He knows she’s no good / All she does is suck his blood and beat him till he’s bruised.” The raw tone to his voice makes it feel like he is sitting in the room, telling a story from his past, candles burning down low as the night drags on.
In moments when the guitar and drums fall away, the listener is left only with Woolsey’s haunting voice, calling out to reinforce the message behind his words: “Well, once he hit the bottom / Well, all she did was hurt.” The song sounds like a warning that those prone to heartbreak should heed.
Listeners finding Woolsey’s music through Spotify have already found places for his tracks to live in their regular listening lineup, appearing on public playlists titled “sad songs to cry out to” and “yearning final boss.” If these three pre-released solo singles are any indication of the vibe for Woolsey’s upcoming EP, fans of singer-songwriter artists like Lewis Capaldi and James Arthur should tune in and prepare their playlists accordingly.
Woolsey has a long road ahead of him to break through the endless stream of new music, especially at a time when digital access to music feels almost overwhelming. There is something special in the voice and lyrics of this artist that can only continue to grow as he explores his solo career after getting started with indie rock band Brookside and their viral hit “Jimmy the Chameleon." His 2025 duet with rising artist Maryjo, “Used to You,” blends the two artists’ styles perfectly, resulting in a beautiful and sad breakup anthem that highlights both of their strengths and voices.
“Spirit Wine” is out now on streaming platforms, with an artsy music video visualizing the tone of the track on his YouTube channel
