MGMT has always been awkwardly chafing against the constraints of corporate music structures. The recent “In The Afternoon” 12-inch is their very first totally independent release, in their words a “d.i.y. affair all the way down to the video”. And yes, this means the video itself is more charming than actually good, but the song is gorgeous with a Cure-esque bass loop, a bittersweet refrain and lyrics exploring the need for freedom and the suspicion you’ll never find answers that last. On repeat.

The new album will be out in March, 2020.