Seasonal Falls returns this autumn with Fun Crumbles, a playful yet reflective EP that blends 90s indie nostalgia with sharp lyrical honesty. Released on October 12, 2025, the five-track collection marks a new chapter for the Switzerland-based project led by songwriter Roman Gabriel (The Kind Hills, The Dentals), joined by Andrew Pelletier on vocals and production. Together, they’ve created a record that feels at once familiar and surprising—a sweet reminder of indie pop’s golden age, updated with a contemporary spirit.
Musically, Fun Crumbles turns up the volume compared to the band’s earlier, more subdued work. While previous releases leaned into calm, cozy atmospheres—often paired with imagery of quiet cabins and pastoral landscapes—this EP embraces a more energetic, guitar-driven approach. Crunchy riffs, lively drums, and dynamic arrangements push Seasonal Falls into bolder territory. It’s indie pop rock with unexpected twists and turns, recalling the jangly charm of Belle & Sebastian, the playful looseness of Pavement, and the bittersweet tone of The Lucksmiths.
Thematically, the EP centers on the passage of time, the push and pull of family life, and the tug of nostalgia. But at its core, the music is about joy. Roman Gabriel has been candid about how the project first began as a distraction during chronic illness, a way to channel long days of reading and reflecting into creativity. That origin story still lingers in the DNA of Seasonal Falls, but Fun Crumbles carries a brighter energy—less about escape, more about release.
The opener, “Quiet Time”, sets the mood with its melodic hooks and wistful tone, balancing serenity with a subtle drive. “I Should Be Sad But I Am No” follows with tongue-in-cheek charm, its brisk pace and clever wordplay capturing Seasonal Falls at their most playful. “A Year Without Beer” leans into both humor and heart, reflecting on the everyday trials of adulthood while keeping the rhythm bouncing. The longer track, “Australia”, stretches into dreamier territory, shimmering with layers that invite the listener to drift. Finally, “All Alone” closes the EP on a reflective note, tying together the mix of melancholy and warmth that defines the project.
What makes Fun Crumbles stand out is its balance between lightness and depth. On the surface, the melodies are breezy and accessible, but beneath them lies a songwriter grappling with aging, memory, and the fragile joys of daily life. Roman Gabriel’s influences—90s indie staples like Pavement, Radar Bros, and Will Oldham—are clearly present, but they are filtered through his own lens of experience. The result is music that feels both nostalgic and fresh, comforting yet unpredictable.
Beyond the sound, there’s also a personal story woven into every note. Seasonal Falls was never meant to be a public project. What began as a private experiment in lo-fi bedroom pop has, with encouragement from friends and collaborators, blossomed into something much larger. One album and two EPs later, the project has found its stride, and Fun Crumbles proves just how far it has come.
In a world where “fun” often feels like it’s crumbling, Seasonal Falls reminds us to hold on to small joys—to laugh at life’s ironies, to embrace nostalgia without being trapped in it, and to turn up the amps when the moment calls. Fun Crumbles isn’t just an EP—it’s a celebration of resilience, creativity, and the simple pleasures of making music for the love of it.
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