Indie rock outfit Breakup Shoes has unveiled their latest single, “Copacetic,” a lush and atmospheric track that explores the power of wishful thinking and the human desire for escape. Vocalist Nick Zawisa describes the song as a daydream—an imagined world where all obstacles fade away, leaving behind a sense of peace and fulfillment. Produced by Charlie Brand of Miniature Tigers, “Copacetic” serves as a highlight from the band’s newly released album, ‘Standing Still’, which arrived on October 10, 2025. The track marks a sophisticated evolution in the Phoenix-based group’s sound, blending twinkly guitar lines and driving rhythms with a nostalgic, synth-heavy production that pushes their sonic boundaries while remaining anchored in their signature earnest lyricism.
The release of ‘Standing Still’ signals a definitive new chapter for the band, chronicling a period of personal upheaval and cross-country transition for Zawisa. Since their 2015 DIY beginnings, the current lineup—consisting of Zawisa, Matthew Witsoe, Michael Montiel, and Michael Cully—has built a massive following through tireless touring and vulnerability-laden hits. Following the album’s debut, the band embarked on an extensive West Coast tour alongside Felly, bringing their “ambitious and original” new material to packed venues from Los Angeles to Vancouver. From the indie-sleaze energy of the lead single “Brainwash” to the reflective closing title track, ‘Standing Still’ captures the band at their most creative, proving that movement and stillness are both essential parts of the human experience.
‘Standing Still’ Tracklist:
- Moving On Is Hard
- Brainwash
- The Suburbs
- Malaise
- Universal
- Anti Social Socialite
- Midwest Goodbye
- Copacetic
- Infinitely Sweet
- …But So Is Standing Still