Happy Tears
by 49th & Main
— Released 13th June 2025 on Counter Records
Irish duo 49th & Main continue their streak of successes with the announcement of their debut album. Happy Tears is set for release via digital and vinyl on June 13th via Counter Records (Ninja Tune).
That constant duality - looking back while pushing forward - is at the heart of Happy Tears: the feeling of embracing the moment even as it slips away. Across 21 tracks, the album moves between euphoric highs and introspective lows, reflecting every facet of their sound. Capturing the ...
Irish duo 49th & Main continue their streak of successes with the announcement of their debut album. Happy Tears is set for release via digital and vinyl on June 13th via Counter Records (Ninja Tune).
That constant duality - looking back while pushing forward - is at the heart of Happy Tears: the feeling of embracing the moment even as it slips away. Across 21 tracks, the album moves between euphoric highs and introspective lows, reflecting every facet of their sound. Capturing the rush of youth and the bittersweet awareness that nothing lasts forever, Happy Tears serves as a coming-of-age soundtrack - balancing reckless abandon with the quiet realisation that these are the moments we’ll one day long for.
... At any one time, no matter how good things are going, I’ve always looked towards the past with envy. Even some of the worst times in my history I will look back upon fondly. I was watching the US Office recently, as one often does and a quote from Andy stuck with me. ..“I wish there was a way to know you’re in the good old days before you’ve actually left them.” We can all relate to this sentiment. (Ben)
49th & Main have crafted an album that captures the pulse of indie-electronic music while crossing over into their plethora of sonic elements, writing their own playbook on success through artistic authenticity. From their audacious rise from Kilkenny to international acclaim, the duo has carved out an unconventional and inspiring path. Their blend of critically acclaimed live performances, specialist media support, viral streaming success, and a deep connection to the emotional currents of today’s youth has positioned them as a cultural phenomenon. 49th & Main are a story that demands the attention they are deservedly getting.
Happy Tears
by 49th & Main
— Released 13th June 2025 on Counter Records
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LP (COUNT293WL)
Exclusive White Label 49th & Main’s debut album 'Happy Tears' pressed on 140g black vinyl with a white label. Signed and numbered by 49th & Main, limited to 49 copies. Housed in a 3mm spine sleeve with a printed inner. Limited to one per customer. Orders for more will be cancelled. This item has not been released yet, we will ship it to arrive on or close to the release date of 13th June 2025. |
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LP (COUNT293)
‘Glenmalure Blue’ Inkspot Colour 49th & Main’s debut album 'Happy Tears' pressed on limited 140g ‘Glenmalure Blue’ inkspot pattern vinyl (blue / white). Housed in a 3mm spine sleeve with a printed inner. Please note, final vinyl colour/pattern may vary. Features recent singles ’Self Sabotage’, ‘Hold On’ with SHEE, ‘Can’t Walk Away (feat. A Little Sound), ‘Distractions’ and more. This item has not been released yet, we will ship it to arrive on or close to the release date of 13th June 2025. |
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Cassette (COUNTCAS293)
Cassette tape edition of 49th & Main’s debut album ‘Happy Tears’. The transparent ‘Good Times’ blue tape shell is made from recycled materials. Housed in an o-card sleeve. This item has not been released yet, we will ship it to arrive on or close to the release date of 13th June 2025. |
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CD (COUNTCD293)
CD edition of 49th & Main’s debut album ‘Happy Tears’. Housed in a card digisleeve. This item has not been released yet, we will ship it to arrive on or close to the release date of 13th June 2025. |
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LP (COUNT293WL)
Exclusive White Label 49th & Main’s debut album 'Happy Tears' pressed on 140g black vinyl with a white label. Signed and numbered by 49th & Main, limited to 49 copies. Housed in a 3mm spine sleeve with a printed inner. Limited to one per customer. Orders for more will be cancelled. This item has not been released yet, we will ship it to arrive on or close to the release date of 13th June 2025. |
SAVE TO SPOTIFY
Add this release to your Spotify account now You will be asked to login with your Spotify Account Read our Terms & Conditions about this service here |
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LP (COUNT293)
‘Glenmalure Blue’ Inkspot Colour 49th & Main’s debut album 'Happy Tears' pressed on limited 140g ‘Glenmalure Blue’ inkspot pattern vinyl (blue / white). Housed in a 3mm spine sleeve with a printed inner. Please note, final vinyl colour/pattern may vary. Features recent singles ’Self Sabotage’, ‘Hold On’ with SHEE, ‘Can’t Walk Away (feat. A Little Sound), ‘Distractions’ and more. This item has not been released yet, we will ship it to arrive on or close to the release date of 13th June 2025. |
MP3 (COUNTDNL293)
This item has not been released yet, it will be available to download on the release date, 13th June 2025. |
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Cassette (COUNTCAS293)
Cassette tape edition of 49th & Main’s debut album ‘Happy Tears’. The transparent ‘Good Times’ blue tape shell is made from recycled materials. Housed in an o-card sleeve. This item has not been released yet, we will ship it to arrive on or close to the release date of 13th June 2025. |
16-bit WAV (COUNTDNL293W)
This item has not been released yet, it will be available to download on the release date, 13th June 2025. |
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CD (COUNTCD293)
CD edition of 49th & Main’s debut album ‘Happy Tears’. Housed in a card digisleeve. This item has not been released yet, we will ship it to arrive on or close to the release date of 13th June 2025. |
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Tracklist
- CD
- Cassette
- LP
- LP
- MP3
- 16-bit WAV
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1
Good Times
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2
Welcome Aboard
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3
Rewind
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4
Possibly Hunger
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5
Most Days
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6
Happy Days
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7
Can’t Walk Away (feat. A Little Sound)
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8
Some Advice
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9
Nothing Comes Close
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10
Hold On
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11
Feels Right
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12
Roll Over
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13
Glenmalure Blue
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14
Distractions
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15
Percontation
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16
Mr Rain
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17
Self Sabotage
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18
Half Chance
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19
Come Home
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20
Ardbeg
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21
Invictus
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Play All (5)
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1
Good Times
-
2
Welcome Aboard
-
3
Rewind
-
4
Possibly Hunger
-
5
Most Days
-
6
Happy Days
-
7
Can’t Walk Away (feat. A Little Sound)
-
8
Some Advice
-
9
Nothing Comes Close
-
10
Hold On
-
11
Feels Right
-
12
Roll Over
-
13
Glenmalure Blue
-
14
Distractions
-
15
Percontation
-
16
Mr Rain
-
17
Self Sabotage
-
18
Half Chance
-
19
Come Home
-
20
Ardbeg
-
21
Invictus
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Play All (5)
-
1
Good Times
-
2
Welcome Aboard
-
3
Rewind
-
4
Possibly Hunger
-
5
Most Days
-
6
Happy Days
-
7
Can’t Walk Away (feat. A Little Sound)
-
8
Some Advice
-
9
Nothing Comes Close
-
10
Hold On
-
11
Feels Right
-
12
Roll Over
-
13
Glenmalure Blue
-
14
Distractions
-
15
Percontation
-
16
Mr Rain
-
17
Self Sabotage
-
18
Half Chance
-
19
Come Home
-
20
Ardbeg
-
21
Invictus
-
Play All (5)
-
1
Good Times
-
2
Welcome Aboard
-
3
Rewind
-
4
Possibly Hunger
-
5
Most Days
-
6
Happy Days
-
7
Can’t Walk Away (feat. A Little Sound)
-
8
Some Advice
-
9
Nothing Comes Close
-
10
Hold On
-
11
Feels Right
-
12
Roll Over
-
13
Glenmalure Blue
-
14
Distractions
-
15
Percontation
-
16
Mr Rain
-
17
Self Sabotage
-
18
Half Chance
-
19
Come Home
-
20
Ardbeg
-
21
Invictus
-
Play All (5)
-
1
Good Times
-
2
Welcome Aboard
-
3
Rewind
-
4
Possibly Hunger
-
5
Most Days
-
6
Happy Days
-
7
Can’t Walk Away (feat. A Little Sound)
-
8
Some Advice
-
9
Nothing Comes Close
-
10
Hold On
-
11
Feels Right
-
12
Roll Over
-
13
Glenmalure Blue
-
14
Distractions
-
15
Percontation
-
16
Mr Rain
-
17
Self Sabotage
-
18
Half Chance
-
19
Come Home
-
20
Ardbeg
-
21
Invictus
-
Play All (5)
-
1
Good Times
-
2
Welcome Aboard
-
3
Rewind
-
4
Possibly Hunger
-
5
Most Days
-
6
Happy Days
-
7
Can’t Walk Away (feat. A Little Sound)
-
8
Some Advice
-
9
Nothing Comes Close
-
10
Hold On
-
11
Feels Right
-
12
Roll Over
-
13
Glenmalure Blue
-
14
Distractions
-
15
Percontation
-
16
Mr Rain
-
17
Self Sabotage
-
18
Half Chance
-
19
Come Home
-
20
Ardbeg
-
21
Invictus
-
Play All (5)
Irish duo 49th & Main continue their streak of successes with the announcement of their debut album. Happy Tears is set for release via digital and vinyl on June 13th via Counter Records (Ninja Tune).
That constant duality - looking back while pushing forward - is at the heart of Happy Tears: the feeling of embracing the moment even as it slips away. Across 21 tracks, the album moves between euphoric highs and introspective lows, reflecting every facet of their sound. Capturing the ...
Irish duo 49th & Main continue their streak of successes with the announcement of their debut album. Happy Tears is set for release via digital and vinyl on June 13th via Counter Records (Ninja Tune).
That constant duality - looking back while pushing forward - is at the heart of Happy Tears: the feeling of embracing the moment even as it slips away. Across 21 tracks, the album moves between euphoric highs and introspective lows, reflecting every facet of their sound. Capturing the rush of youth and the bittersweet awareness that nothing lasts forever, Happy Tears serves as a coming-of-age soundtrack - balancing reckless abandon with the quiet realisation that these are the moments we’ll one day long for.
... At any one time, no matter how good things are going, I’ve always looked towards the past with envy. Even some of the worst times in my history I will look back upon fondly. I was watching the US Office recently, as one often does and a quote from Andy stuck with me. ..“I wish there was a way to know you’re in the good old days before you’ve actually left them.” We can all relate to this sentiment. (Ben)
49th & Main have crafted an album that captures the pulse of indie-electronic music while crossing over into their plethora of sonic elements, writing their own playbook on success through artistic authenticity. From their audacious rise from Kilkenny to international acclaim, the duo has carved out an unconventional and inspiring path. Their blend of critically acclaimed live performances, specialist media support, viral streaming success, and a deep connection to the emotional currents of today’s youth has positioned them as a cultural phenomenon. 49th & Main are a story that demands the attention they are deservedly getting.
