IV Of Spades Make Their Grand Return With New Album, ‘Andalucia’
The album includes the previously released singles “Aura,” “Nanaman,” “Konsensya,” and “Suliranin,” along with the focus track “Monster.”
By Ralph Regis
Courtesy of Sony Music Philippines
Courtesy of Sony Music Philippines
Indie-alternative four-piece IV OF SPADES make their long-awaited comebackComebackA comeback refers to an established artist or group's highly anticipated new release following a period of relative inactivity, a term borrowed from broader Asian pop industry convention. P-pop groupsGo to Comeback Glossary with the release of their sophomore album, Andalucia, out now on all digital streaming platforms, via Sony Music Entertainment.
The album was first announced during the band’s performance at Wish 107.5’s 11th anniversary concertAnniversary ConcertA show celebrating an artist's or group's career milestone, typically featuring greatest hits, special guests, and nostalgic staging. Anniversary concerts allow longtime fans to relive memories and recognize a legacy,Go to Anniversary Concert Glossary. The album serves as their first record in over six years, since 2019’s CLAPCLAPCLAP! The album captures their “essence of friendship, artistic maturity, and rediscovered unity,” according to a press release.
Co-produced with Brian Lotho and Emil Dela Rosa, the record contains 12 tracks, including their comebackComebackA comeback refers to an established artist or group's highly anticipated new release following a period of relative inactivity, a term borrowed from broader Asian pop industry convention. P-pop groupsGo to Comeback Glossary single, “Aura,” which peaked at the No. 4 position on the Billboard Philippines Hot 100 chart, dated August 2, 2025. It also includes the other previously released singles “Nanaman,” “Konsensya,” and “Suliranin.”
Meanwhile, “Monster” acts as the lead singleLead SingleThe first song released from an upcoming album, chosen to introduce its sound and generate anticipation. A lead single sets the tone for a project, and its performance on chartsGo to Lead Single Glossary of this new record, which is described as a vibrant and gritty rock anthem that merges retro influences with something modern.
As a form of creative rebirth, the “Mundo” hitmakers collectively share in a statement, “We needed to prioritize ourselves and our relationship first before working on a new project, while we weren’t okay. It would’ve felt meaningless if we hadn’t fixed our bond before returning to making music.”
According to the quartet, the album’s themes talk about various things in life, such as flaws, people, and often unspoken topics. “It’s more fun now because we have more songs. The direction is clearer, and the process is more collaborative,” the band adds.
Check out the full tracklist for Andalucia below:
- “Tara”
- “Monster”
- “Paru-paro”
- “Nanaman”
- “Konsensya”
- “Tamis ng Pagkakamali”
- “Aura”
- “Karma”
- “Tangerine Boulevard”
- “Kabisado”
- “Rewind”
- “Suliranin”
The band will embark on their two-night concert at the Mall of Asia Arena on December 12 and 13, 2025. Fans can expect the band to play their new songs for the first time as well as reimagining some of their classics.
Listen to the album below:

Ralph Regis
Ralph Regis is a Lifestyle and Culture Writer at Billboard Philippines, where he bridges the worlds of film, television, fashion, art, food, and cultural trends with both the local and international music scene.
He has written extensively about artist collaborations, brand partnerships, and pop culture moments that connect back to music. He also brings stories to life through in-depth interviews with musicians and personalities, drawing on their diverse perspectives, opinions, and reflections on the human condition.
In addition, Ralph also writes about music releases across a wide range of genres, including pop, hip-hop, P-pop, and rock, highlighting both rising and established artists. With a passion for storytelling that goes beyond trends, he explores how music is part of our daily lives in one form or another, connecting culture, experiences, and everything in between.