Upcoming Releases
Long Island–based band Adult Magic has returned with new material seven years after releasing its self-titled debut album. The group’s latest record, Are You Even Happy Now?, builds on the melodic, punk-influenced sound established in their earlier work while reflecting the experience gained over the intervening years.
The album retains the band’s emphasis on energetic arrangements and memorable hooks. Tracks such as “Drift & Drive” and “Sick Sad World” highlight their continued focus on dynamic songwriting and emotionally driven performances.
For listeners unfamiliar with Adult Magic, their sound has drawn comparisons to alternative and punk acts such as Hüsker Dü, The Replacements, and early Goo Goo Dolls, as well as the melodic sensibilities associated with Matt Pryor. The band’s style remains rooted in the DIY punk scene, combining raw elements with accessible song structures.
Members of Adult Magic have also been involved in a range of other projects, including Iron Chic, Radar, Broadcaster, Down In The Dumps, Get Bent, Crow Bait, and Sister Kisser.
The album’s title, Are You Even Happy Now?, reflects a broader thematic focus on personal reflection and contemporary concerns, aligning with the tone of the band’s evolving sound.
Are You Even Happy Now? track listing:
- Evergreen
- Burned Out
- Sore Eyes
- Seneca Mantra
- The Wreck
- Sick Sad World
- A Little Light
- Drift & Dive
- Direction
- Roll Along
