Zach Sang Show Nat & Alex Wolff Talk New Album, Banana Smoothie, Soft Kissing Hour and Acting
Jan 14, 2026
The Wolff brothers dive into their long-awaited self-titled album, mixing humor and heartfelt reflections. With playful roasts and nostalgic anecdotes, they explore the influence of past roles on their music. Highlights include a fun tale about 'Banana Smoothie,' insights on their Billie Eilish collaboration 'Soft Kissing Hour,' and candid discussions about the pressures of child stardom. They also touch on self-care routines, the importance of vulnerability in songwriting, and the meaning behind tracks like 'Candy Speak' and 'Backup Plan.'
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Rewatching Old Footage Sparked The Album
- Nat and Alex rewatched early Naked Brothers episodes which triggered reflection and songwriting about their childhoods.
- That viewing in Mexico City started a process that made their new album deeply retrospective and cohesive.
Theme Emerged From Subconscious Songwriting
- The album unintentionally formed a theme as songs written separately revealed a shared focus on adulthood and childhood reflection.
- Nat says subconscious connections among tracks allowed them to later structure the record around that theme.
Use Imitation To Find Your Voice
- Use influences as fuel: imitate an artist to learn, then iterate until your own voice emerges.
- Nat recommends writing multiple takes after inspiration so the final song carries your sensibility.