Fast Money Music returns to the airwaves with “Unfortunately”, a bittersweet single that serves as the final preview of a self-titled debut album. Arriving on April 17, the record follows the steady momentum generated by previous tracks “Round and Round” and “Lover Boy”. This latest offering features a driving pulse and dueling guitars that create a space between intimacy and distance. The songwriting utilizes seaside imagery to explore the complex cycles of timing within a relationship. Listeners describe the new material as a breathtaking celebration of cultural resonance and rhythmic precision.
The track emerged from recording sessions at Hackney Road Studios and a private space in Dalston. Producer Mikko Gordon, known for his work with Idles, collaborated with Nick Hinman to shape the sonic landscape. The production pulls from the melodic grooves of The War On Drugs while adding a bright jangle reminiscent of Orange Juice. “It is my haunted reply to Rupert Holmes’ Escape,” explains Hinman regarding the lyrical inspiration. The song focuses on intuition and the weight of self-doubt that often accompanies personal growth.
A diverse lineup of collaborators contributed to the project, including John Waugh and George Daniel of The 1975. Members of Klaxons and CMAT also lend their talents to the album’s vignettes of art-pop and post-punk. Hinman views the debut LP as an amalgamation of memories that feels like his most authentic creative statement. Mastered by Matt Colton, the twelve-track collection explores themes of longing and identity written across a decade. The result lands fully in its own world of new wave and lo-fi charm.
The artist has cultivated a loyal following through sold-out headline performances across East London and a slot at The Great Escape 2025. Support from major broadcasters like Steve Lamacq and Jack Saunders has helped elevate the project since its 2022 inception. This spring release marks the culmination of years of work and a tour supporting Tempesst. Fans can pre-order the album ‘Fast Money Music’ starting today to prepare for the April launch. This release establishes the project as a vital voice in the current alternative scene.