Austyn Gillette Drops New EP ‘Moments’

While many first encountered Gillette through his celebrated career in skateboarding, his newest EP confirms that his music has evolved into an equally compelling artistic pursuit. The release of Moments (2026), Austyn Gillette continues to demonstrate why he has become one of the more intriguing figures within the contemporary indie music scene. The American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist presents a five-track EP that blends elements of alternative folk and indie rock. 

Austyn Gillette’s Moments is a quietly assured collection of tracks that finds beaty in simple pleasures. Across 5 songs, Gillette continues to refine his introspective songwriting and production by creating a record that is not concerned with grand statements but rather the simplicity of everyday experiences that find comfort within a relatable audience. I believe that the title of the EP is a perfect description of what the album is about; fleeting feelings, unresolved thoughts, encounters, and Gillette capture these experiences with sensitivity. He allows for mood, texture, and reflection to shape the listeners feelings and their own listening experience. 

One of the EP’s most compelling tracks is ‘Moments Last’, a soft and tender mediation of newfound love. The song balances openness with that lingering sense of cautious wonder; exploring the unknown accompanied by genuine connection. Musically, Gillette employs spacious arrangements, his soft guitar textures mirror the vulnerable subject which he sings about. And as the progression unfolds, he creates that feeling of suspense that reflects the narrator's desire to hold onto the feeling and emotional state. The result of this is a track that can capture the paradox of new love: the ability to feel permanent yet temporary. 

To contrast, ‘Splinters’ turns the attention towards evident endings. Though a harsh topic, the song is able to approach endings with optimism which is what makes Gillette’s work so raw and compelling. Lyrically, Gillette reflects on changes as a necessary rite of passage towards growth rather than resisting it. The momentum and layers of instrumentation gradually grow in the track, which ultimately creates a sense of motion that mirrors the message of acceptance that he sings about. 

Moments is a thoughtful EP that becomes rewarding with each and every listen. Although it is short, the emotional depth and Gillette’s carefully thought-out lyrics leave a strong and lasting impression. Through the EP, Gillette explores themes of love, change, and uncertainty with rawness and honesty whilst being supported by a warm and comforting atmospheric production style. Rather than offering clear and simple answers, Austyn Gillette encourages listeners to reflect on the small moments and experiences that shape us to be who we are. 

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