Human Moods Release First Full-Length Album ‘Enigma’

Maine-based indie rock band Human Moods just released their first full-length album Enigma. The band, formed by Chris Muccino and Sheridan Ranger, blends classic and modern rock sounds, pulling influence from bands like Fleetwood Mac and The Pretenders. The album features 10 songs—two never-before-released alongside other fan favorites that were featured on the group’s previous releases.

Enigma kicks off with “Better Times,” a steadily rhythmic song with a mix of gritty guitars and acoustic guitar picking and a tasteful, vintage vocal vibe. The chorus tells listeners, “Better times are meant to live now. You’ve got to live and live well.”

“Hindsight” is about midway through the record and is one of the lead singles. It delivers more of a laid back but upbeat energy with its groovy bass line, smooth synths and piano to give it a dash of class. The song is an easy listen but the message carries some weight. It’s about personal growth through reflection and the realization that clarity often comes only after experiencing confusion or pain. “If I knew then / What I know now / I wouldn’t have wasted / So much time / It’s so much easier from this side / Hindsight is / Hindsight is 20/20.”

The album comes to a close with “Effortless Symphony,” a song originally released on their 2024 double side Capsule Temporelle. The song has a hypnotic feel with a catchy guitar riff and features an energetic chorus.

Enigma was recorded by Muccino at Evergreen Studio in Bath, ME, with help from Anthony Gatti and mastering by Grammy-winner Adam Ayan. Sheridan handles all vocals, with help from guest singers on a few tracks. Greg Goodwin plays bass, and Mike Chasse is on drums. The album art comes from Harpswell artist John M. Mishler, whose pointillist-style ink work adds a creative touch to the packaging.

Listen to the new album Enigma by Human Moods, out now.