Magic City Hippies
Enemies, the new album from Magic City Hippies, is the Miami-spawned indie-funk outfit’s first undeniably stamped ‘breakup record’. It finds the MCH boys living in LA together, finding solace in their rhythmic brotherhood with new eyes on the future, having each closed significant romantic chapters since the release of their aclaimed LP, “Water Your Garden”. The result is a dance between the band’s dive-bar funk roots, ambitious production experimentation, and bittersweet lyrical introspection - a string of poignant jewels that shine brighter and go harder on each re-listen.The songs on this record are all in medias res; not just about the end of a relationship or why it ended, but instead diving into its aftermath—the messy, cathartic process of letting go, rebuilding, and embracing the waves of transformation that wash away the past. Meanwhile, the grooves across the whole record suggest relentless forward motion - with philosophical, light-hearted, and soulful feature highlights from Kainalu, NoMBe, and Antwaun Stanley of Vulfpeck.
“This is a break-up record, and although there is so much we could say about that, we believe we’ve already said it best in these songs. If there’s one thing at the heart of this album though, it’s the idea that you deserve happiness in your short time on this planet, and it’s worth the difficult and painful decisions to reach out and make that happiness your own. The only way out is through, and as long as you’re honest with yourself, you will be transformed by the process.”
Never ones to to kill the vibe, Magic City Hippies approach the break-up album with their signature blend of breezy psychedelic indie pop, capturing the bittersweet space between heartbreak and life's unstoppable momentum.
Magic City Hippies have carved out a distinct place in the indie landscape, blending Miami’s sun-soaked swagger with infectious funk, psych-pop, and danceable grooves. What began as the Robby Hunter Band evolved in 2015 with the release of Magic City Hippies, the album that gave the trio its name and solidified a sound both laid-back and relentlessly kinetic.
Since then, the band has built a reputation for genre-fluid songwriting and high-energy performances, earning spots at major festivals including Bonnaroo, Austin City Limits, and Lollapalooza. Their early Hippie Castle EP (2015) introduced their signature mix of poolside melodies and weekend-ready rhythms. Modern Animal (2019) expanded that palette with a deeper, beachside sensibility, while Water Your Garden (2022) served as a psychedelic post-pandemic celebration of connection and self-expression.
In 2024, the band returned with a run of stylistically diverse singles, from the disco-funk of “Givin’ Up On Lovin’” (featuring NoMBe) to the acid-house-tinged psych-pop of “I Can’t Let You Go”, culminating in Enemies (2025), a groove-centered breakup album full of emotionally charged, rhythm-driven tracks. Marrying an indie-rock punch with nostalgic, synth-forward textures, Enemies reflects a group willing to evolve without losing the essence of their sound.
While their studio albums have garnered both fan and critical acclaim, it's the band's electrifying live shows that truly set them apart. Their unapologetically high-energy performances have a way of breaking even the most reluctant attendees, pulling them into a groove that feels as irresistible as it is spontaneous. First-time attendees often walk away as devoted fans, a near-ritualistic transformation that's become a signature of the Magic City Hippies' live experience.
Magic City Hippies have carved out a distinct place in the indie landscape, blending Miami’s sun-soaked swagger with infectious funk, psych-pop, and danceable grooves. What began as the Robby Hunter Band evolved in 2015 with the release of Magic City Hippies, the album that gave the trio its name and solidified a sound both laid-back and relentlessly kinetic.
Since then, the band has built a reputation for genre-fluid songwriting and high-energy performances, earning spots at major festivals including Bonnaroo, Austin City Limits, and Lollapalooza. Their early Hippie Castle EP (2015) introduced their signature mix of poolside melodies and weekend-ready rhythms. Modern Animal (2019) expanded that palette with a deeper, beachside sensibility, while Water Your Garden (2022) served as a psychedelic post-pandemic celebration of connection and self-expression.
In 2024, the band returned with a run of stylistically diverse singles, from the disco-funk of “Givin’ Up On Lovin’” (featuring NoMBe) to the acid-house-tinged psych-pop of “I Can’t Let You Go”, culminating in Enemies (2025), a groove-centered breakup album full of emotionally charged, rhythm-driven tracks. Marrying an indie-rock punch with nostalgic, synth-forward textures, Enemies reflects a group willing to evolve without losing the essence of their sound.
While their studio albums have garnered both fan and critical acclaim, it's the band's electrifying live shows that truly set them apart. Their unapologetically high-energy performances have a way of breaking even the most reluctant attendees, pulling them into a groove that feels as irresistible as it is spontaneous. First-time attendees often walk away as devoted fans, a near-ritualistic transformation that's become a signature of the Magic City Hippies' live experience.
Hippie Castle EP (2015)
Modern Animal (2019)
Water Your Garden (2022)
Enemies (2025)
“If you haven’t heard of Magic City Hippiesyet, you will.” - Lindsey Quinn, The Hustle
“Each member of the band stands out for their talentseparately, but as a group form a formidable cohesion of passion for theirmusic and elation for their performance.” - Cate Pearce, The Cavalier Daily
“The blend of psychedelic rock licks from guitarist John Coughlin, high energy percussive riffs from drummer-producer Pat Howard and belting beach rock vocals from singer-guitarist Robby Hunter, shakes and moves the room.” - Glasse Factory
“Magic City Hippies make music that is comic-book-colorfuland drunk-walk woozy - with just enough depth to cool your feet in beneath asweltering autotune sun.” - Bump.fyi
“A Miami trio, Magic City Hippies specialize in hooky,heavily produced tracks stuffed with rock, funk, hip-hop, Cubano, electronica,you name it, all of it artfully layered with an incredible density that somehowmanages to avoid overcrowding.” - Music Connection
Robby Hunter: Guitar, Vocals
John Coughlin: Guitar
Pat Howard: Drums
Guille Belisario: Bass
Jake Pinto: Keys, Guitar
Mike Fatum: Trumpet