For anyone who thinks rock ’n’ roll mellows with age, The Woggles are here to prove you wrong. For over 30 years, this band hasn’t just been an institution—it’s been a way of life. Now, the garage rock icons are kicking off 2026 with a brand-new single and a deep dive into their legendary vault.

The news hit the scene like a feedback loop through a dimed amp: The Woggles have unleashed their new digital single “Love Tick” while simultaneously launching pre-orders for their upcoming collection, ‚Stop and Take A Minute‘—a curated set of B-sides and rarities arriving May 8th via Wicked Cool Records.

“Love Tick”: High-Voltage Rock ’n’ Soul

Written by frontman “The Professor” Mighty Manfred and guitarist Peter Greenberg (of Barrence Whitfield & The Savages/The Lyres fame), “Love Tick” is a testament to a creative partnership forged during the pandemic. The track delivers a massive dose of the band’s signature swagger. According to Greenberg, the song captures the essence of Manfred’s worldwide charm—all wrapped in a high-octane riff that refuses to let your feet stay still.

Opening the Vault: ‚Stop and Take A Minute‘

The upcoming album Stop and Take A Minute is far more than a simple retrospective. It’s an archaeological dig into the coolest corners of the band’s history. Gathering hard-to-find tracks and overlooked gems, the record showcases the raw power of a group that has spent three decades channeling early R&B, ’60s garage, and the British Invasion into a sound that is uniquely their own—hard, loud, and delivered with undeniable majesty.

“The Shark Has Got to Keep Moving”

Mighty Manfred sums up the band’s relentless philosophy with typical dry wit: “The band is not as much an institution as a way of life. The main thing is to keep swimming, ’cause the shark has got to keep moving.”

That momentum is fueled by a formidable lineup featuring a twin-guitar attack from Graham Day (The Prisoners) and Shane Pringle, anchored by the rock-solid rhythm section of Buzz Hagstrom (bass) and Dan Elektro (drums). Together, they ensure that The Woggles remain a forward-moving force rather than a mere legacy act.

Next Stop: The Underground Garage Cruise

For those looking to experience a show that NPR famously claimed „will change your life,“ the band is set to hit the high seas this April. Alongside Barrence Whitfield & The Savages, The Woggles will perform on the Underground Garage Cruise (sailing from Miami to Cozumel)—a fitting stage for a band that has shared the spotlight with legends like Johnny Cash and The Zombies.

The Verdict: With “Love Tick” leading the charge and Stop and Take A Minute opening the vault, The Woggles prove once again that longevity in rock ’n’ roll isn’t about standing still—it’s about turning it up and pushing forward.

Facts & Links:

• New Single: “Love Tick” (Out Now)

• Upcoming Album: Stop and Take A Minute (Release: May 8, 2026)

• Pre-order & Stream: https://orcd.co/woggleslovetick

• Label: Wicked Cool Records