Broncho Returns With ‘Natural Pleasure,’ A Six-Year Comeback That Feels Worth the Wait

Oklahoma’s indie rock mainstays Broncho have finally broken their silence. After a six-year hiatus following 2018’s Bad Behavior, the band has announced their fifth studio album, Natural Pleasure, set to drop on April 25. The news comes with a double treat—two fresh singles, Imagination and Funny, offering a first glimpse into the long-awaited project.

Broncho’s signature blend of hazy, groove-heavy indie rock is alive and well in these new tracks. Imagination, written in the early hours of the pandemic, captures frontman Ryan Lindsey’s intimate creative process—one that, as he jokes, may have been overheard by his entire neighborhood. Meanwhile, Funny leans into the band’s playful storytelling, loosely inspired by Lindsey’s habit of stealing his girlfriend’s jokes.

Recorded primarily at Blackwatch Studios in Norman, Oklahoma, Natural Pleasure promises a sonic landscape that toes the line between dreamy escapism and tangible emotion. A press release describes the album as a “sensory journey” that dissolves reality into something fluid and profound. If these first singles are any indication, Broncho isn’t just back—they’re evolving.

The album’s tracklist suggests a mix of nostalgia, self-reflection, and reinvention, with titles like Cool, Way Into Magic, and Original Guilt hinting at the themes of the record. Known for their ability to craft infectious yet offbeat anthems, Broncho’s return feels like a much-needed revival of their effortlessly cool, lo-fi energy.

With Natural Pleasure, the band isn’t just picking up where they left off; they’re reaffirming their place in indie rock with a sound that’s as unpredictable as ever. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer, this album is shaping up to be a must-listen.