Mac DeMarco Unveils New Album 'Guitar' with Nostalgic Single 'Home'

Experience Mac DeMarco's nostalgic vibes in his upcoming album 'Guitar' and the heartfelt single 'Home', arriving August 22.

Mac DeMarco's New Chapter: Announcing 'Guitar'

Canadian singer-songwriter Mac DeMarco is back with exciting news! He’s officially announced his sixth studio album titled 'Guitar', set to release on August 22 via his own label. This new album follows the instrumental journey of his 2023 release Five Easy Hot Dogs and the compilation One Wayne G. Fans can pre-order the album here.

Mac DeMarco returns with a fresh sound in 'Guitar'

Tour Dates and Live Shows

DeMarco isn’t stopping at just releasing new music; he’s gearing up for an extensive tour. He’ll be hitting the UK and Europe this November, sandwiched between a string of North American dates. Plus, he’s added more shows for 2026, including stops in Japan and Hong Kong. You can check out the full lineup below.

The Single ‘Home’ - A Touch of Sweet Nostalgia

The lead single from the album, ‘Home’, captures a sweet, nostalgic feeling with Mac’s signature laid-back vocal style paired perfectly with gentle, finger-picked guitar. The music video transports you to a chilly lake near Mac’s mother’s home in Canada, where he’s seen drifting in a rowing boat — a visual that complements the song’s reflective tone.

“A song I wrote at my home in Los Angeles about what home means to me.” – Mac DeMarco

Watch the official video for Home below:

Behind the Scenes: Creating 'Guitar'

The entire Guitar album was written and recorded during November 2024 in Mac’s Los Angeles residence. He describes the album as “as close to a true representation of where I’m at in my life today as I can manage to put to paper.” Sharing these songs marks a sincere chapter in his artistic journey, and he’s looking forward to performing them live across the globe.

More from Mac DeMarco: Insights and Interviews

In a candid moment, Mac shared thoughts on his latest work, life, and the music industry in a recent interview. If you want to dive deeper into his mellow vibe and personal reflections, check out this chat below:

Full List of Upcoming Mac DeMarco Tour Dates

August 2025

• 29 – Los Angeles, The Greek Theatre

September 2025

• 4 – Philadelphia, Franklin Music Hall
• 5 – Baltimore, The Lyric
• 8 – New York, Radio City Music Hall
• 9 – Boston, Roadrunner
• 20 – Berkeley, Greek Theatre
• 22 – Forest Grove, Grand Lodge
• 23 – Seattle, Paramount Theatre
• 24 – Vancouver, Queen Elizabeth Theatre
• 25 – Olympia, Capitol Theater: Olympia Film Society
• 27 & 28 – Petaluma, The Phoenix Theater
• 29 – Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Bowl

October 2025

• 21 – Amsterdam, Paradiso
• 22 – Rotterdam, Maassilo
• 25 – Paris, Salle Pleyel
• 27 – Prague, Lucerna Velky Sal
• 28 – Hamburg, Docks
• 30 – Copenhagen, VEGA
• 31 – Stockholm, Fallan

November 2025

• 1 – Oslo, Sentrum Scene
• 3 – Berlin, Columbiahalle
• 4 – Cologne, Carlswerk
• 5 – Brussels, Cirque Royal
• 8 – Birmingham, O2 Academy
• 9 – Brighton, Brighton Dome
• 10 – London, Eventim Apollo
• 12 – Cambridge, Corn Exchange
• 13 – Bristol, UK @ The Prospect Building
• 14 – Manchester, Aviva Studios
• 17 & 18 – Dublin, National Stadium

December 2025

• 3 – Halifax, Light House
• 4 – Moncton, Tide & Boar
• 6 – Québec City, Palais Montcalm
• 7 – Montreal, MTelus
• 8 & 9 – Toronto, Massey Hall
• 13 – Winnipeg, Burton Cummings Theatre
• 15 – Saskatoon, TCU Place
• 16 – Edmonton, Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
• 17 – Calgary, Mac Hall
• 19 – Victoria, Royal Theatre

February 2026

• 16 – Fukuoka, Japan, DRUM Be-1
• 17 – Osaka, Japan, Umeda Club Quattro
• 19 – Kyoto, Japan, TakuTaku
• 20 – Nagoya, Japan, Nagoya Club Quattro
• 21 – Tokyo, Japan, Kanda Square Hall

March 2026

• 6 – Hong Kong, Kitty Wu Stadium, Tung Po

May 2026

• 1 – Las Vegas, N, A-LOT at AREA15
• 2 – Salt Lake City, UT, The Complex
• 3 – Denver, CO, Mission Ballroom
• 5 – La Vista, NE, The Astro
• 6 – Minneapolis, MN, First Avenue
• 7 – Chicago, IL, The Salt Shed (Fairgrounds)
• 8 – Royal Oak, MI, Royal Oak Music Theatre
• 9 – Cleveland, OH, The Agora
• 11 – Asheville, NC, Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
• 12 – Nashville, TN, Ryman Auditorium
• 13 – Atlanta, GA, The Eastern
• 16 – Austin, TX, ACL Live at the Moody Theater
• 18 – Dallas, TX, Longhorn Ballroom
• 19 – Oklahoma City, OK, The Criterion
• 21 – Santa Fe, NM, The Bridge at Santa Fe Brewing
• 22 – Tucson, AZ, Linda Ronstadt Music Hall
• 23 – San Diego, CA, Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay

For UK tickets, click here. For US and European tickets, visit here.

Giving Back: Mac DeMarco on the Benefit Album

Aside from his solo projects, Mac recently contributed to a benefit album supporting victims of the Los Angeles wildfires. He joined forces with notable artists like King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, The War On Drugs, and Jim James from My Morning Jacket to raise awareness and aid.

Wrapping Up: The Journey Ahead for Mac DeMarco

Mac DeMarco’s announcement of Guitar and the emotional single Home offers fans a heartfelt glimpse into his life and artistry. With a packed tour schedule and a deeply personal album, it’s clear that Mac is embracing where he is creatively and personally.

Got a favorite Mac DeMarco song or memory? What do you think the new album ‘Guitar’ will sound like? Let us know!

FAQs

• What is the release date of Mac DeMarco's new album 'Guitar'?
  The album is set to drop on August 22, 2025.
• Where was 'Guitar' recorded?
  Mac recorded the album at his home in Los Angeles during November 2024.
• What is the vibe of the single ‘Home’?
  It's a sweetly nostalgic and gentle track featuring Mac's signature laid-back vocals and finger-picked guitar.
• When and where is Mac DeMarco touring?
  He has various dates across North America, Europe, and Asia from August 2025 through May 2026.
• Has Mac DeMarco contributed to any charity projects recently?
  Yes, he participated in a benefit album for those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires.

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