The Soundtrack for Every Conversation You Wish You’d Ended: Televised Mind’s "Word to the Wise"
- The Bad Wolf Team
- Dec 6, 2025
- 4 min read
Have you ever had the misfortune of listening to someone talk nonstop as if the world revolved solely around them? Picture this scenario; you had a terrible day, your car broke down, or things simply didn’t go the way you expected. And right then, that friend shows up, the one who does nothing but spit out words without reading the room, while you, stuck between exhaustion and frustration, just wish they would finally stop talking. Or even worse, maybe you’ve had to endure this situation more than once, because we all know some friendships simply aren’t built to last.
The good news is that you no longer have to keep it to yourself. If you never found the courage to put that person in their place, “Word to the Wise” is the perfect soundtrack to release all that bottled-up anger in the most cathartic way possible.
If this already sounds all too familiar, read on, because Televised Mind is back stronger than ever, with a release that promises to give you chills.
Maybe just from the title of this article, it’s very likely that the name Televised Mind already rings a bell. Not only because of their standout appearance on Bad Wolf Radio, where they shined with the release of their acclaimed 2023 single “Masks,” but also because they have managed to expand quickly, earning their place as a prominent figure within the alternative rock scene.
Thanks to their powerful, energetic and above all visceral sound, where their lyrics stand out for addressing themes that connect with experiences we can all relate to, these talented musicians hailing from the UK have definitely arrived to stay. Televised Mind stands out not only for their versatility and authenticity. They have built a musical project that, since its conception, has understood how to absorb influences from different genres and subgenres of rock and turn them into a sound that is entirely their own, solid and instantly recognizable.
With every new release they manage to surprise their audience, whether by exploring increasingly deeper themes or by pushing the evolution of their style even further, which makes them one of the most groundbreaking and exciting acts in today’s indie-rock.
Today the band closes the year on a high note, presenting their latest studio work, “Word to the Wise”. A piece that stands out for its darker, more organic and raw sound, with an essence that connects directly to their early punk rock roots. In this release, Televised Mind solidifies a formula that blends the rebelliousness of their beginnings with the sonic maturity they have built throughout their career, achieving a balance that enhances their identity even further.
“Word To The Wise” was born in a rather curious way. The song emerged from a moment as ordinary as it was unavoidable, a friend who wouldn’t stop talking to Ste, the creative mind behind this project, after a long day at work. That small spark of frustration turned into the first song he wrote in 2021, inspired precisely by someone who didn’t know when to stop talking. However, behind this seemingly simple anecdote, the lyrics hide something much deeper. Televised Mind portrays the natural wear of certain friendships, how they deteriorate over time, and the different factors that make them fragile. And above all, how forcing connections that no longer make sense only ends up blowing up in our faces.
The lyrics of this song do not try to please or sugarcoat the truth, instead they use a direct, sarcastic and almost defiant tone. Every line feels like that conversation that never happened, or all those things you wanted to say but for some reason didn’t, the ones that settle in your mind as lingering thoughts. There are absolutely no filters here, no diplomacy. “Word to the Wise” gives sound and character to the boundary that finally breaks.
Throughout its 3 minutes and 19 seconds, listeners can enjoy irresistibly catchy bass lines that intertwine perfectly with electrifying guitar riffs and that mid-range heavy distortion that has practically become a signature element of the band. The percussion work stands out for its abrupt, dynamic shifts and rapid hi-hat sections that keep the tension climbing, while Ste’s unmistakable vocal delivery injects a spark of rawness and fury that ignites every line. Together, these elements not only bring the song to life but also convey with precision the frustration and release at the core of both its origin story and its theme.
Televised Mind’s musical journey is just beginning, and it is already clear that they have managed to shape a sound that is as authentic as it is unmistakable. With every new release they not only present a powerful piece, they also deliver a soundtrack that does not aim to be aggressive just for the sake of it. What they create comes from a real place, where each song works as a release of everything we think but never say, of what bothers us and we choose to keep to ourselves, of the truths that hurt but also set us free.
If you enjoyed “Word to the Wise”, we invite you to dive into Televised Mind’s full discography, which you can find at the following link and is definitely something worth every second of your attention.
Also, don’t forget to follow them on their social media to stay up to date with their latest news and upcoming releases!
