Everything Is Fleeting finds Fairmont sounding focused, honest, and quietly confident in their 25th year as a band. Led by Neil Sabatino, the New Jersey indie rock group has spent decades building a catalog that blends indie rock and indie pop with heart and consistency. This new album feels like a moment of reflection rather than a victory lap. It looks back, takes stock, and moves forward with care. After fourteen full-length albums and many EPs, Fairmont sounds like a band that knows exactly who they are—and is still willing to grow.
The songs on Everything Is Fleeting feel connected by both sound and mood. Sabatino wrote the entire album in one sitting, which gives the record a smooth and unified feel. The songs lean brighter and more pop-focused than some past releases, but they never lose emotional weight. Tracks like “Shallow & Small” and “You For Lack Of A Better Term Are Impossible” are direct and clear, dealing with difficult relationships, crossed boundaries, and the slow process of standing up for yourself. The lyrics are simple but sharp, making the feelings easy to understand and hard to ignore.
One of the most powerful moments on the album is “Buy More Records,” written in memory of former Fairmont drummer Andy Applegate. Instead of being overly sad, the song celebrates who Applegate was and what he loved: playing drums, buying records, and living for indie rock. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who showed up, even when things were hard, and gave everything he had. It’s a tribute that feels true, warm, and earned.
The album also includes a cover of Paul McCartney & Wings’ “Let ’Em In,” which fits naturally into the tracklist. Its simple structure helped shape the rest of the album, encouraging songs that are straightforward but filled with thoughtful details. That balance carries through the record, especially on tracks like “In The End I Only Hurt Myself,” which shows growth and self-awareness without sounding forced.
Everything Is Fleeting is an album made by someone who isn’t trying to impress anyone. That’s what makes it special. Fairmont sounds relaxed, clear-headed, and emotionally open. It’s the work of a band still driven by the need to create, and it stands as one of their strongest and most meaningful releases to date.
