Bony Macaroni

Have you been feeling a little nervous lately? Bony Macaroni sure has—but they’re not afraid to lay it all bare. The band has mastered the art of crafting emo pop songs about the hellish death spiral of a world we sometimes find ourselves in. Their debut album, The Big Bucks, a raw coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of an economic crisis, was praised for its deeply personal themes and sharp songwriting.

Now, Bony Macaroni is back with their sophomore album: Death Drive. A record that is a lot more unrelenting and manic, as revealed in the title track: “I live and think in absolutes. The vibes are bad, the drugs are good.” As vocalist Stefan explains, “I wanted to write an album with no arc. Unlike our first record, there’s no big, hopeful climax. This is a snapshot of being in your 20s in the 2020s—a time period defined by what feels like a collective death drive.”

But don’t be fooled: Death Drive isn’t all doom and gloom. Death Drive is a record that is as catchy, witty, and relatable as it is urgent and relevant. Bony Macaroni’s new release will make you smirk even as it hits a little too close to home.