Pop punk powerhouse Action/Adventure has officially released their most ambitious record yet, ‘Ever After’, which is out now via Pure Noise Records. This brand new album marks a bold chapter for the Chicago based band, pairing their signature high energy riffs and soaring hooks with deeper storytelling, unapologetic emotion, and the urgency fans have come to expect. To celebrate the release, the group also unveiled their new single “URL,” accompanied by the official music video, which explores the pain of unrequited love. Vocalist Blake Evaristo spoke on the track, saying, “Even though you’re living the life you wanted, you find yourself wondering what the other life could’ve been.”
The album, produced by Alan Day of Four Year Strong at Ghost Hit Studio, builds on the foundation of their breakthrough debut, ‘Imposter Syndrome’. Guitarist Oren Trace reflected on the record’s theme: “The stark reality of living your dreams. The shifting goal post of a fulfilling life.” The band pushed themselves creatively to address the struggles of balancing art with everyday life, a duality that guitarist Brompton Jackson called “literally the hardest thing I’ve ever done.” The eleven song journey features notable collaborations, including Dan Lambton (rationale., ex Real Friends) on “Something Isn’t Right Here,” Armor For Sleep’s Ben Jorgensen on “Background,” and UK artist Noahfinnce on the powerful track “Go Directly to Jail. Do Not Pass Go. Do Not Collect $200.”
‘Ever After’ Track Listing
- Ever After
- Background (feat. Ben Jorgensen)
- Something Isn’t Right Here (feat. Dan Lambton)
- Go Directly to Jail. Do Not Pass Go. Do Not Collect $200 (feat. Noahfinnce)
- URL
- No Good
- Not for Me
- Barricades
- Better
- This Is Fine
- Final Boss