AJR - The Maybe Man

Limited edition iridescent purple vinyl LP

Fifth studio album from electropop band AJR

American indie pop trio AJR — comprising the three Metzger brothers Adam (bassist), Jack (lead vocals) and Ryan (pianist/vocals/producer) — have released their fifth studio album The Maybe Man. They re-examine their life in what's become a hallmark of the group — creative music production and relatable songwriting. The Maybe Man's mission is to wrestle with impossible questions: What else could I have done with my life? Who else could I have ended up with? Could things have been different?

As their fifth studio album, The Maybe Man is their most personal album to date. Within the past two years, the brothers have experienced turmoil in both their career and personal lives, including the death of Gary Met, their father and No. 1 fan. In turn, these personal experiences have inspired their songwriting.

In terms of music production and structure, the album is a stark contrast to their previous album, OK Orchestra. Instead of being inventive with computer-generated instruments and sounds, the band opts for real instruments. With the acoustic guitars, trumpets and drums that blend harmoniously within the tracks, AJR quickly transports their listeners to the warm but chaotic landscape of their minds.