The Mowgli’s Are So Back: New Music, Shows, and Reimagining What's Next
- Jenna Mitchell
- 23 hours ago
- 5 min read
After having the opportunity to connect with some of the Mowgli's crew (Katie Jayne Earl, Josh Hogan, and Andy Warren), I asked them to describe The Mowgli's in three words, each of them picking a word, and after our conversation, the answers were spot on: Family, fulfilling, and so back.
And that's exactly what they are, and who they have been throughout their entire journey.
Returning to the Stage
The Mowgli’s are so back – 2025 marked a return to the music & shows for The Mowgli’s. After nearly five years away from performing all together, the past few years have brought on reunions, new music, new shows, and new possibilities as to who The Mowgli’s are.
For a band like The Mowgli’s, returning to the music isn’t about reclaiming something that was lost — it’s about recognizing what never really left. Because at their core, even throughout life changes and new ventures, The Mowgli’s have lived up to and stayed true to what their music stands for.
After spending time apart, the band reunited not out of obligation or momentum, but out of genuine desire. While they’ve each continued creating music and art through other projects and bands, coming back together felt immediate and familiar.
“It’s like riding a bike,” Drummer Andy Warren noted.
There was no warm-up period, no need to ease back into the dynamic. The act of playing together — standing onstage, sharing the same space, letting the songs unfold — came naturally, as if time hadn’t created distance at all.
And yes, things are different now. The full band no longer lives in the same city, and life has expanded in ways that require more intention. Between families, moves, and full schedules, reuniting requires planning and consideration that didn’t exist in their earlier years. But again, once the logistics fade and the music starts, the connection remains uninterrupted.
What changed wasn't the chemistry or the sound or the message. It was the motivation. The Mowgli’s are back because they want to be. Not because they have to. Not because it’s a necessity. Just because it matters to them.
Intentions and Flowing Processes
That sense of intention extends beyond the stage, especially at their upcoming show in Malibu, CA, which is a true homecoming for the group. With Katie and Andy both having grown up near Malibu, this show is about as hometown as it gets, rooted in familiarity, connection, and celebrating the community that shaped them early on, when they were playing any and every show in the greater LA area.
The Mowgli’s new music sounds, well, like The Mowgli’s. But it also sounds different. Singles "Change" and "Devil Inside" remind you of why you fell in love with the band, but you can also tell they mark growth and development as the group grows throughout their personal lives and music careers.
The way The Mowgli’s write music today looks different than it did years ago — but then again, they say it always has. The group brought up the fact that each song and album has come together in its own way, shaped by wherever the band was at that moment.
Josh Hogan noted that when he or his bandmates approach the music or get together for songwriting sessions, there will be times where they know and say to themselves: okay, this is a Mowgli’s song.
Rather than resisting constant evolution and locking down a specific sound or direction, they’ve embraced it by letting the process change as they change. This evergrowing process has made them more fluid as artists, allowing growth without losing their core.
Looking Back and Building Up
Looking back to their earliest days, that flexibility was built through sheer willingness. When The Mowgli’s were first starting out, they said yes to everything — every show, opportunity, and idea. That openness helped them learn quickly what resonated and what didn’t, all while building the confidence that comes from simply being ready to play at any moment.
While they may not be embarking on tours or playing stages as far across the country (and world) as they used to, the fans have held on to what it’s like to be at their shows and will make it happen.
Still, the band never assumes what a night will bring. Every show could be an empty room. That uncertainty they felt when starting out hasn’t gone away, per se, and maybe that’s part of what makes the moments of connection feel so meaningful when they happen.
But more often the not, the fans do show up. At a recent show, the band asked how many people in the crowd had traveled in from outside the area. A surprising number of hands went up. It was a great reminder of how far their music has reached and how deeply it’s stayed with people over the years.
Feeling it All
At the center of everything is what they hope listeners take away: Positivity. Hope. Community. Togetherness. The Mowgli’s brought up that they joked around the idea of making a truly sad album someday, but it’s never quite worked out that way. Their music has always leaned toward light — toward lifting people up rather than sitting in the darkness.
They’re inspired by the fans who tell them their songs helped them through high school, hard seasons, or moments when they needed something steady to hold onto. That impact is never taken lightly.
Ultimately, The Mowgli’s want people to leave their shows feeling better than when they arrived. Happier, lighter, and more connected. It’s a simple goal and it's one they’ve been quietly achieving for years, whether from live shows or returning to the music we know and love.
Coming back to the music didn’t require rediscovery. It only confirmed what was already there, and the reason they keep choosing to do this together.
What's on the Horizon
The Mowgli’s are in fact so back – and playing a show this weekend, February 7th, at the Aviator Nation Dreamland in Malibu, CA alongside Hembree.
They’ll be playing a brand new song (called "West Coast Weather", releasing tomorrow) along with all your favorite songs, for a night of connection, good music, and the best vibes all around.
The band is also encouraging fans to give back by partnering with Oat Boat, an organization that helps provide essential hygiene products to those in need. Fans who bring hygiene items to donate will receive a free Mowgli’s pin, turning a night of music into an opportunity for tangible community care.