Here Comes the Cowboy

Mac Demarco’s “Here Comes the Cowboy” is a quiet triumph. it meets the high expectations set by his previous “This Old Dog,” an album that is as sincere as it is haunting, and follows a conceptual track of writing with a consistent theme. Mac used the idealized philosophy of the “cowboy life” as a metaphor for an easy, self-sufficient lifestyle and the barebones reliance on human/emotional connection as the cornerstone of our driving forces. it’s very chill, as usual, but he really places his focus in a remarkably complex mix balance. each instrument and sound is heard exactly the way it is intended to be heard. i am absolutely blown away by how smooth everything sounds in my headphones. the music is really very layered. each voice stands out and blends in all at the same time. it really goes to show you how nice analog recording sounds -it makes me miss the old days before everything was digitized- mixes of this caliber take so much time and patience and i am so happy mac continues to take his time to make music like this. his instrumentation continues to develop in and out of dissonance, using that musical tension to create the sense of scale and atmosphere Mac has so beautifully equipped in all of his music. his vocals have also developed, branching out of his typical mumble and experimenting with the strained, heartfelt falsetto. As is typical with Demarco, the lyrics are sincere and the music is well written. i genuinely feel this music in my bones. he’s done it again and again and again and all by himself, this music is just unreal, the special kind of artistry that has become increasingly rare in the modern industry! i genuinely don’t remember the last time i was so overwhelmed by my love for an album so quickly! this is really something special. it rewards a listener who takes the time to follow through from beginning to end of the whole record. the lyrical and musical complexity, the thematic commitment, and intimacy and vulnerability in his writing are just a blatant testament to his talent and bravery as an artist who is willing to put himself on the line to produce something that actually holds weight. it’s transcendent in its meticulous nature, hiding value in every note, every pause, and every word. i would highly recommend “Here Comes the Cowboy” to anyone who is willing to take the time to dig through musical emotional transparency and appreciate the remarkable technical prowess or simply likes to relax on a rainy sunday morning.

I'm sorry Mac, I love your music, but I just purchased this album and I can't give it anything more than 1 star. It seems like it was rushed to make this album. It sounds nothing like you, the songs arent that great, I tried liking it but it's not for me. It's not the old Mac Demarco and I know artists change, but this is change to the worse. I hope you can make albums like 2, salad days, and Another one soon! Go back to the roots Mac please!

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its beautiful. feed me more buddy.

very relaxing album to listen to

Honestly this has helped me through countless anxiety attacks over last minute finals prep work etc. helped me get comfortable driving and more In tune with my self. So good he has never let me down with his music much much love

He’s finally free and we all love him

I could eat this for breakfast, lunch, and din din ya dingus. Buy it.

The best album yet. Way to go Mac

Makes my heart feel so warm and full. Thank you Macaroni