Electric Guest’s “Stand Back For You” Offers a Soulful Glimpse into Upcoming Album 10K

Electric Guest make a heartfelt return with “Stand Back For You,” the latest single from their newly announced album 10K, out October 10 via Independent Co. After a few quiet years, the LA duo—Asa Taccone and Matthew Compton—reemerge sounding more grounded, more vulnerable, and more themselves than ever.

“Stand Back For You” is a slow-burn stunner—delicate and impassioned, it shows off Taccone’s signature knack for melody, layered over shimmering production and a propulsive beat that never overwhelms the emotion at its core. There’s a depth and maturity to the track that signals a shift for the band, who rose to prominence with buoyant indie-pop hits like “This Head I Hold” and “Oh Devil.”

Taccone says the song took years to finish, admitting he had to step away from it for long periods because of the emotional weight it carried. “Relationships are hard. Sometimes in love you must take second stage,” he shares—and that bittersweet realization permeates every note.

As a teaser for 10K, “Stand Back For You” sets the tone for an album that promises to be Electric Guest’s most personal yet. Created entirely outside the traditional industry model, with input from friends like The Weeknd, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Cole MGN, the project reflects a return to creative freedom and purpose.

Electric Guest may be taking a new path—but “Stand Back For You” proves their ability to craft deeply resonant pop remains intact. If this single is any indication, 10K is going to be a career-defining moment.