Shinedown has announced the release of their new album, titled EI8HT, set to drop on May 29 through Atlantic Records. Along with the album announcement, the band has shared a new song called “Safe and Sound.”
To support the new music, Shinedown will hit the road on the Dance Kid Dance Act II World Tour, which will cover 11 countries and include 54 shows. Bass player Eric Bass produced the album, and lead vocalist Brent Smith praised his work. “This album is over a year in the making,” Smith said. “As a band, we pushed ourselves like never before, especially Eric. We’re honored to work with such an amazing producer and musician.”
Smith expressed excitement about finally announcing their eighth studio album and the upcoming tour. The tour will feature opening acts like Coheed and Cambria, Black Stone Cherry, From Ashes to New, DJ Rock Feed, and more on various dates. For ticket details and the full list of tour dates, fans can check the band’s official website.
Shinedown is coming off one of the best years of their career, riding a wave of success that few bands can match. Over the past year, they released four major hits: “Dance, Kid, Dance,” “Killing Fields,” “Three Six Five,” and “Searchlight.” These songs have solidified Shinedown’s place as a powerhouse in modern rock.
Both “Dance, Kid, Dance” and “Killing Fields” reached No. 1 on rock radio, showcasing the band’s strong presence. “Three Six Five” also made waves globally, hitting the Top 10 on multiple charts. With 21 No. 1 songs on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart and 23 on Mediabase’s Active Rock Chart, Shinedown continues to impress fans and critics alike.
