Atlanta-based artist Spencer Thomas returns with Cynical Vision, his third album, out March 20, 2026.

Wry and sardonic, the record blends retro synths, vintage drum machines, and fuzzed-out guitars into an analog-electronic mix that balances humor, existential dread, and sharp observations on modern life. Drawing inspiration from Randy Newman, Lou Reed, Warren Zevon, and Tom Petty, Thomas delivers a smart, unflinching look at the absurdity and beauty of the 21st century.

“I leaned into what felt interesting and current and funny, and tried to make something visceral and honest,” Thomas says.