After a three-year hiatus, and a constant sadderdaze since they’ve left, The Neighbourhood has officially returned. Beginning in August of 2025, the band had hinted on their Instagram that they were reunited and on Oct. 23, they announced their new album “(((((ultraSOUND))))),” set to be released on Nov. 14. Just in time for sweater weather!
They’ve also announced a ton of more surprises for fans, presumably making up for lost time. In their announcement post for their album, they also released three singles from the new album, “OMG,” “Lovebomb,” and “Private.” If these songs are any indication of the quality of the new album, fans are in store for the same alternative rock and indie genre of previous albums, but even better. They’ve truly taken this time off to hone their skills, and it shows.
The first single, “OMG” is an alt rock track that explores the vulnerability that comes with deep connection and dedication. “Lovebomb” is an introspection on the early stages of romance, and “Private” is about the tension and thrill in a secretive relationship. One thing all of these songs have in common, though, is their unique and exceptional production. They are filled with bass made for dancing around your room, and an ethereal production that gives an out-of-body experience. These songs are addictive enough to keep you listening, and are exactly what you’d expect from The Neighbourhood. It has the same sound the band always has—just more refined.
These singles weren’t the only surprises in store for fans, though. Oct. 31 marked the ten year anniversary of their album “Wiped Out!” and the band celebrated this by releasing an anniversary edition with four new songs including, “Leather Weather,” “Maniac,” “Cinnamon,” and “Pressure,” along with several demo tracks. These songs are a time capsule to 2015, filled with the same alternative rock/indie influences and melancholic lyrics. However, the band’s comeback didn’t stop there. After a three-year drought, they were making up for it.
On Nov. 3, they released the music video for “Private.” This video featured all band members, with the lead singer Jesse Rutherford taking center. The video is a combination of black and white clips featuring the band and a presumed romantic partner at night, hiding from public view. This perfectly encapsulated the song as it was filled with tension and explored the vulnerability that comes with connection and secrets.
The surprises didn’t end there because they also announced their world tour, titled “The Neighbourhood: The Wourld Tour,” a word play on their band name. They haven’t toured in over three years, so this announcement not only came as a shock, but with so much adrenaline from fans to secure tickets. On this tour, they’re stopping at ten locations in the U.S., and then heading abroad for 23 more shows. Soon after all the tickets went on sale on Nov. 7, they added three new dates abroad and announced that all of the dates were successfully sold out, including the famous, Madison Square Garden. They haven’t announced the opener for the show, but many fans are speculating that Chase Atlantic may be the opener as they left a suspicious comment on the tour announcement post, leading to rumors of their connection.
Whilst all of these announcements and releases are surely exciting and long-awaited, it is not without controversy. Many have expressed frustration that the band decided against signing a new drummer and kept Brandon Fried in the band. In November of 2022, lead singer from The Marías publicly accused Fried of sexual assault. This sparked a lot of criticism toward the band, who kept the drummer despite having enough time and resources to find a new one. This frustration has gone as far as many fans are refusing to purchase tickets.
Despite it all, this is arguably the comeback of a century. After being disbanded for three years with no sign of ever returning, it has been such a thrilling month for fans. Watching the band return to social media, leak songs at events, and then announce a full world tour has been so unexpected and exhilarating. I can’t wait to stream the new album and take in any more surprises they may have in store. Nothing unites quite like music, and The Neighbourhood has shown just that.
