Mac Demarco - Another One
Another One sees Mac DeMarco refining the warm, woozy sound that made him such a distinctive voice in modern indie. Released in 2015, this short, tightly focused collection leans into melody, mood and intimacy rather than experimentation, resulting in one of his most immediately accessible releases.
Built around soft drum machines, gently chiming guitars and DeMarco’s unmistakably laid-back vocal delivery, the album feels personal without ever becoming insular. Songs like “The Way You’d Love Her” and the title track “Another One” are understated but emotionally direct, capturing moments of longing, uncertainty and quiet reflection with remarkable economy. Nothing here feels rushed or overworked; each track drifts by with an easy confidence that makes repeat listening almost unavoidable.
Despite its relaxed surface, Another One is carefully constructed, with subtle production details and melodic hooks that reveal themselves over time. It’s a record that thrives on atmosphere, best enjoyed in one sitting, where its brevity becomes a strength rather than a limitation.
For fans of modern lo-fi pop, jangly guitar music and songwriting that favours honesty over drama, Another One stands as a concise, cohesive and quietly affecting entry in Mac DeMarco’s catalogue.