Rhian Teasdale of Wet Leg Reflects on Early Success and the Excitement of the 2026 Grammys
Wet Leg’s Rhian Teasdale Embraces Grammy Nominations
Rhian Teasdale of the English band Wet Leg has shared her excitement over the group’s three Grammy nominations for the upcoming 2026 Grammy Awards. The band is recognized in categories including Best Alternative Music Album, Best Album Cover, and Best Alternative Music Performance.
“It’s just crazy to see your band’s name next to legitimate artists who’ve been in the industry a long time and who’ve maybe inspired you to make music,” Teasdale remarked, highlighting the significance of the recognition.
During a recent set in Los Angeles, Teasdale brought a unique companion: a stuffed dog purse she affectionately named Yam. “It was really cute and fluffy maybe 10 hours ago, but then I was left to my own devices in my hotel room and I ripped him apart,” she explained, revealing a creative side that oscillates between the exuberance of performing for thousands and the solitude of hotel life.
Wet Leg’s journey has been meteoric. Just two years after winning two Grammys for their self-titled debut album, the band is back in the spotlight with their second project, Moisturizer, which is set to be highlighted at the Grammy ceremony on February 1, 2026.
Teasdale recalled a moment of disbelief when the nominations were announced, saying, “Literally two seconds before we got the call, I was saying to [bassist] Ellis [Durand], ‘It would be really nice to get nominated… but this time, it’s not our turn.’” Their surprise invitation came alongside nominations for Best Album Cover and Best Alternative Music Performance for the standout track “Mangetout.”
Reflecting on their achievements, Teasdale said, “We were very much prepared for, ‘The first album was just this mad, freak incident.’ We weren’t really expecting that for album two, so it’s just really nice.”
Teasdale, 32, and Hester Chambers began their musical journey as teenagers on the Isle of Wight, a location not typically known for its indie music scene. Teasdale initially pursued music as a solo artist but found the experience unsatisfying. “I don’t want to do it anymore. It makes me really sad,” she recalled before Chambers joined her on stage, ultimately reshaping their artistic direction.
The band members, who once held various day jobs, including scaffolding and working in cafés, felt a “sense of urgency” in creating the second album, particularly in light of concerns about a potential sophomore slump. To foster creativity, they returned to a relaxed setting, spending time in a countryside rental house and engaging in jam sessions and film viewings.
“It was the most natural thing to write the second album together,” Teasdale stated, noting their emotional bond as bandmates, symbolized by matching friendship rings inscribed with “Wet Leg Forever.” She emphasized the importance of mutual encouragement in their creative endeavors.
Looking ahead, Wet Leg anticipates an exciting lineup of tour dates, including performances at Coachella and engaging in Grammy after-parties. Teasdale expressed a whimsical desire to hire a magician for their celebrations.
“When people say you should appreciate being at school, those are the best days of your lives, I don’t know,” she reflected. “I think this is it. I think we’re in it right now.”
The 2026 Grammy Awards will air live on CBS and Paramount+ on February 1.
