Alabama Shakes returns with a new album after 11 years and a reunion at a craft brewery gig
Summary
Alabama Shakes has released their first album in 11 years, called "I Must Be Dreaming," following a reunion sparked by a performance invitation from a craft brewery in Alabama. The band members came together to rehearse and record new songs, resulting in an album mixing love themes and social reflections.Key Facts
- Alabama Shakes released a new album after 11 years titled "I Must Be Dreaming."
- The band reunited after being invited to perform at Druid City Brewing Company in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
- Brittany Howard, the singer and guitarist, was contacted by the brewery’s co-founder to help support the brewery and a local food pantry.
- The reunion started with rehearsing old songs and soon led to creating new music.
- The album contains 11 tracks featuring love songs and social commentary.
- One song, “I Feel Hope Coming,” has political themes expressing hope and resistance.
- The band describes their reunion and album-making as a positive and almost miraculous experience.
- The album was released by Island Records in 2026.
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