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Unfortunately, the Chromatics subsequently disintegrated into numerous other projects (including Shoplifting) until only Adam Miller remained from the original formation. After a few line-up changes, guitarist Miller, singer Ruth Radelet, drummer Nat Walker and producer/multi-instrumentalist Johnny Jewel finally form the band. For the release of their third album, they switched from Gold Standard Laboratories to the small label Italians Do Better. In 2007, “Night Drive” describes a radical change from earlier post-punk to dark disco. The four won many new friends. In 2011, the increasingly soundtrack-like Chromatics set further exclamation marks with a contribution to the Ryan Gosling film hype “Drive”. They continue to live out their ethereal, noir-lacquered cinematic style between Giorgio Moroder, New Order and M83. Current album: “Kill For Love”


Update: In August 2021, members Ruth Radelet, Adam Miller, and Nat Walker announced the band's dissolution. Producer Johnny Jewel, instrumental in shaping the group's sound, was notably absent from the statement. The long-anticipated album Dear Tommy, announced in 2014, remains unreleased and is surrounded by numerous myths. :-(

Following the split, former members have pursued solo musical endeavors. Ruth Radelet released solo singles like “Crimes” and a cover of Elliott Smith’s “Twilight”. Adam Miller released his solo album Gateway in 2022. Johnny Jewel continues to be active as a producer and label owner.​