Future Islands – As Long As You Are

Released in 2020, As Long As You Are is the sixth studio album by Baltimore synth-pop band Future Islands. Marking a moment of introspection and renewal, the record explores themes of love, change, and perseverance through the band’s signature mix of soaring synth melodies, driving basslines, and Samuel T. Herring’s impassioned vocals. The album also sees the band embracing a fully collaborative approach, with drummer Mike Lowry officially joining as a member.

With lush production and deeply personal lyrics, As Long As You Are balances melancholy and hope, offering a sound that is both familiar and forward-looking. Standout tracks like “For Sure” and “Thrill” showcase the band’s emotional intensity, while “Born in a War” delivers a sharper, politically tinged edge.

Tracklist:

1. Glada
2. For Sure
3. Born in a War
4. I Knew You
5. City’s Face
6. Waking
7. The Painter
8. Plastic Beach
9. Moonlight
10. Thrill
11. Hit the Coast