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Wet Leg’s Moisturizer Hits UK No. 1, Edging Out Oasis After Armpit-Shaving Dare

Humorous social media stunts underscore the band’s playful branding, propelling Moisturizer to a UK chart victory.

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Overview

  • Wet Leg released their second album Moisturizer on July 11, showcasing a bolder, more expansive indie-rock sound.
  • Frontwoman Rhian Teasdale issued a tongue-in-cheek armpit-shaving bet on July 17 to rally fans in a head-to-head chart duel with Oasis.
  • On July 18, Moisturizer debuted at No. 1 on the UK Official Albums Chart and topped both the Vinyl Albums and Record Store charts.
  • The band celebrated by posting a spoof Oasis T-shirt featuring Jim Carrey and Robin Williams alongside mocking social media messages.
  • Teasdale has confirmed she will fulfill her promise and shave her armpits, extending Wet Leg’s cheeky promotional campaign.