Key Takeaways
- Beck announces his first album in seven years, 'Ride Lonesome'.
- 'In the Night', a meditative single from the album, premieres.
- The album features collaborations with original band members and producer Nigel Godrich.
American musician Beck has announced the release of his 16th studio album, 'Ride Lonesome', set for September 18 via Capitol Records. This marks a significant return to music after seven years since his Grammy-winning LP 'Sea Change' in 2019.
Beck's original touring and recording band from the classic albums 'Sea Change', 'Morning Phase', and 'Mutations' has reunited, including Smokey Hormel on guitar, Joey Waronker on drums, Justin Meldal-Johnsen on bass, Roger Joseph Manning Jr. on keyboards, and Jason Falkner on guitar. The album was produced by Nigel Godrich, who previously worked with Beck on 'Sea Change' and 'Mutations'.
The first single from the album, titled 'Ride Lonesome', has a contemplative and haunting vibe, reflecting a deep emotional connection. A second single, 'In the Night', features finger-picked acoustic guitar, swaying strings, subtle horns, and Beck's melancholic vocals.
Beck describes the process of recording as revisiting familiar musical and physical spaces while discovering new sounds and emotional textures. The album tracklist includes songs such as 'Run Away', 'Failed Words', and 'For Your Love'.
The video for 'In the Night' was directed by Mikai Karl, starring French actor Denis Lavant from films like 'Holy Motors' and 'Gagarine'. In it, Lavant is seen crying over an unseen challenge, lighting a cigarette, and moodily pacing in a cramped apartment.
Beck will embark on the Ride Lonesome North American tour starting September 16 at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver. The tour will conclude with a show at The Truth in Nashville on October 31.
Fans can look forward to an album that blends Beck's signature sound with new musical explorations, promising a rich and evocative listening experience.
