Ryan Kaiser has been building something with real intention under the Yot Club name, and ‘Simpleton’ is the fullest expression of that vision yet. The LA-based multi-platinum indie-pop artist announces his self-produced third studio album, due April 17 via Amuse, alongside new single “Projecting,” out now, and a 25-date North American headline tour launching in May.
“Projecting” opens with accusatory lyrics that gradually soften into a contemplative bridge before landing on a more empathetic, self-aware final chorus. The Weezer-esque indie rock track embraces simplicity in both production and songwriting, creating space for lyrics that cut through rather than get buried. The music video, directed by Nathan Castiel, features Kaiser alongside musicians Jordana, Faerybabyy, Blaketheman1000, and Beach Fossils drummer Anton Hochheim.
‘Simpleton’ takes aim at something specific across its 13 tracks. The album dismantles the utopian view of the American suburbs, examining how gated neighborhoods, curated feeds, and predictable routines can erode empathy and responsibility. “I want the lyrics to cut through now because I’m putting a lot more care into what I’m saying,” Kaiser explains. “I’ve realized it all has to mean something, otherwise, what’s the point.” The album artwork, a painting by Jake Longstreth, matches that ethos perfectly, a nondescript fast food joint pointing toward the quiet malaise of comfortable American life.
The Simpleton Tour runs May 15 through June 17, opening in Philadelphia and closing at Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn. Support comes from zzzahara on select dates, Renny Conti on others, with a co-headline night alongside Vundabar in San Francisco on May 29.
Yot Club 2026 Simpleton Tour Dates:
May 15, The Foundry, Philadelphia, PA
May 16, The Black Cat, Washington, DC
May 17, Motorco Music Hall, Durham, NC
May 18, Terminal West, Atlanta, GA
May 20, GASA GASA, New Orleans, LA
May 21, White Oak Music Hall Upstairs, Houston, TX
May 22, Scoot Inn, Austin, TX
May 23, Studio at The Bomb Factory, Dallas, TX
May 25, Crescent Ballroom, Phoenix, AZ
May 26, Quartyard, San Diego, CA
May 28, The Fonda, Los Angeles, CA
May 29, August Hall, San Francisco, CA
May 31, Wonder Ballroom, Portland, OR
June 1, Neptune Theatre, Seattle, WA
June 2, Biltmore Cabaret, Vancouver, BC
June 4, Shrine Social Club, Boise, ID
June 5, Soundwell, Salt Lake City, UT
June 6, Summit Music Hall, Denver, CO
June 9, Fine Line, Minneapolis, MN
June 10, Thalia Hall, Chicago, IL
June 11, Mahalls, Lakewood, OH
June 12, El Club, Detroit, MI
June 13, Mod Club, Toronto, ON
June 16, Paradise Rock Club, Boston, MA
June 17, Music Hall of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY