Adult Leisure have finally released their 10-track debut studio album, The Things You Don’t Know Yet, and announced their tour across the United Kingdom.
On October 3, 2025, Adult Leisure released their stunning debut studio album, The Things You Don’t Know Yet, on limited-edition vinyl and announced their UK tour, which will run from October 9 to November 8.
The Things You Don’t Know Yet captures the essence of Adult Leisure’s sound — a vibrant mix of emotion, energy, and honesty. Recorded and mixed with longtime producer Ollie Searle at Humm Studios and mastered by John Webber (David Bowie, Duran Duran, Coach Party), the 10-track debut album dives deep into themes of people, love, loss, and the emotions that shape our lives.
Moreover, each song stands out with infectious melodies, lush guitars, driving basslines, and heartfelt lyrics, beautifully blending dancefloor rhythms with raw sentiment. In the end, it’s a striking collection that perfectly embodies their self-described style — “happy music for sad people.”
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On the creation of the album, drummer Nathan Searle says,
The Things You Don’t Know Yet is our way of saying ‘this is who we are’. We’ve lived through different moments, felt the same weight. We each have our own voice, but this album speaks as one.
He shares that the album isn’t just a set of songs but a reflection of the band’s journey — as friends, musicians, and people trying to make sense of life. It captures the emotions, moments, and hidden feelings they’ve carried, and writing it made them feel more connected to each other and, now, to their listeners. “They were ours for a long time. Now they’re yours,” he says.
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“Boy Grows Old”
Ahead of the album’s release, Adult Leisure unveiled their final single, “Boy Grows Old,” on September 5, 2025 — their second collaboration with John Waugh, saxophonist for The 1975 and Sam Fender, and now the second track on the album.
Guitarist David Woolford describes the song as a raw reflection on growing up and confronting the imperfections of adulthood. “Our music often carries a sense of nostalgia, usually viewed through the lens of rose-tinted glasses. While some of our songs romanticize the past, “Boy Grows Old” doesn’t.”
In particular, the lyrics reflect the genuine experiences of youth and the difficulties that accompany growing older. Through its honest storytelling, “Boy Grows Old” explores the pressures young people face—especially from family—as well as the realization that parents are imperfect and still finding their own way. The single offers a nostalgic look back at childhood, now viewed through the wisdom of hindsight.
It’s a heartfelt message to our younger selves, recognizing we can’t change the past, but we can reflect on it and learn from our experiences.
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The Things You Don’t Know Yet Tracklist
About Adult Leisure
Formed in 2020, Adult Leisure — composed of Neil Scott on vocals, David Woolford on guitar, Luke Denham on bass, and Nathan Searle on drums — have quickly carved out their place in the indie scene. The group first gained attention with a string of celebrated singles that set the stage for their debut EP, The Weekend Ritual, released in December 2022. Earning critical acclaim and amassing over 90,000 streams, the record became a milestone moment for the band and soon saw them embarking on multiple UK tours, collecting rave live reviews along the way.
Keeping their momentum alive, the group followed up with their second EP, Present State of Joy and Grief, in November 2023. The release further solidified their reputation, attracting the attention of acclaimed producer Jake Gosling (known for his work with Ed Sheeran, Lady Gaga, One Direction, and Paloma Faith), who featured their music across Hotel Chocolat stores worldwide.
Since their sold-out debut show in July 2022, Adult Leisure have completed four UK tours and shared stages with The Family Rain, Afflecks Palace, The Twang, Human Interest, and The Luka State. With performances across a variety of UK and EU festivals, the band continues to prove their growing influence and undeniable energy both on and off the stage.
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Album Tour in UK and Live Dates
With standout performances across the UK, the Netherlands, Paris, Sweden, and Norway, Adult Leisure have built a strong reputation for their electrifying, all-out live shows — and their upcoming debut album tour promises to deliver that same energy and passion.
Other Live Dates:
- October 11th 2025 – Sofar Fringe Festival , London – Shoreditch Town Hall
- 3-8th March 2026 – The New Colossus Festival, New York, USA
You can now grab your tickets to catch Adult Leisure live and experience The Things You Don’t Know Yet performed on stage.
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