Death Cab for Cutie has announced their new album, *I Built You a Tower*, set to release on June 5. This will be their 11th studio album and follows 2022’s *Asphalt Meadows*.
The first single from the album, titled “Riptides,” is available now, along with a music video on YouTube. Frontman Ben Gibbard describes “Riptides” as exploring the struggle of personal challenges amid widespread tragedy and loss. He notes how these feelings can be overwhelming when they collide in our minds.
In addition to the album, Death Cab for Cutie will kick off a U.S. tour in July. Fans can look forward to the following tracks on *I Built You a Tower*:
1. Full of Stars
2. Punching the Flowers
3. Pep Talk
4. I Built You a Tower (A)
5. Envy the Birds
6. Stone Over Water
7. How Heavenly a State
8. Trap Door
9. Riptides
10. The Flavor of Metal
11. I Built You a Tower (B)
Stay tuned for more updates and get ready for new music from Death Cab for Cutie!
