Paycheque Announces Debut Album 'Paycheque'

The LA duo's synth-pop single 'Generic Actress' is the Video of the Day on Northern Transmissions.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 5:06am

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An abstract close-up image of shimmering sequins and shards of reflective glass, capturing the luxurious yet edgy aesthetic of the Los Angeles indie music scene.Paycheque's synth-pop single 'Generic Actress' evokes the glitz and grit of LA's vibrant music culture.Los Angeles Today

Paycheque, the Los Angeles duo of Alison Goldfarb and Jackson MacIntosh, have announced their debut full-length album 'Paycheque' set for release on June 12, 2026 via Mansions And Millions. Ahead of the album, they have shared the lead single 'Generic Actress,' which they describe as a 'synth-pop version of an early Cars hit' and 'an ode to never quite making it inside' LA events and parties.

Why it matters

Paycheque's music represents the experience of many aspiring artists and musicians in the LA scene, where the social scene and industry networking can sometimes overshadow the actual creative work. Their debut album promises to capture this unique perspective through a blend of synth-pop and new wave influences.

The details

Paycheque first formed in 2020 when Alison Goldfarb, a filmmaker and musician from St. Louis, and Jackson MacIntosh, a member of the bands TOPS and Drugdealer, met at a show in Los Angeles. During the COVID-19 lockdown, the duo retreated to a garage studio to experiment with synthesizers and drum machines, where they discovered a natural chemistry for songwriting. 'Generic Actress,' the lead single from their upcoming album, is described as the duo's 'attempt to make a propulsive new wave anthem' about the experience of 'never quite making it inside' LA events and parties.

  • Paycheque first formed in February 2020, just before the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns.
  • Their debut album 'Paycheque' is set for release on June 12, 2026.
  • 'Generic Actress' was recently released as the lead single from the album.

The players

Paycheque

A Los Angeles-based musical duo comprised of Alison Goldfarb and Jackson MacIntosh.

Alison Goldfarb

A filmmaker and musician from St. Louis who is one half of the duo Paycheque.

Jackson MacIntosh

A member of the bands TOPS and Drugdealer who is the other half of the duo Paycheque.

Mansions And Millions

The record label that will be releasing Paycheque's debut album.

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What they’re saying

“In LA, when you go out, you end up spending a lot of time standing outside of whatever event or party you've decided to attend. You're on the sidewalk, you're in a strip mall parking lot, you're on a patio. You smoke, you bump into friends, and you eventually realize you missed half the set you came to see, you never actually made it inside the gallery, the party is winding down. This song is an ode to never quite making it inside.”

— Paycheque, Band

“Sonically, we think of this song as kind of a synth-pop version of an early Cars hit; it's our attempt to make a propulsive new wave anthem.”

— Paycheque, Band

What’s next

Paycheque's debut album 'Paycheque' is available for pre-order ahead of its June 12, 2026 release date.

The takeaway

Paycheque's music captures the unique experience of aspiring artists navigating the social scene and industry networking in Los Angeles, where the creative work can sometimes get overshadowed. Their synth-pop sound blends nostalgic new wave influences to create a propulsive anthem for those who feel like they never quite 'made it inside' the party.