Celebrated singer-songwriter Leon Bridges is giving fans a taste of what’s to come from his forthcoming follow-up to 2021’s Gold-Diggers Sound. Today (Aug. 8), the Texas native shared details of his new LP Leon, which is set for release on Oct. 4 via Columbia Records.
“Leon has been a long time coming,” Bridges shared in a statement. “I started writing pieces of it as far back as Gold-Diggers Sound. They didn’t fit what I was trying to do with that album and I tried moving on. But I couldn’t shake them because they’re part of me. And, if I’m honest, also because I think this is some of my most excellent work yet.
“In many ways, Leon has been in the works since my childhood,” he added. “This record is about simpler days. It’s about time spent in my beloved Fort Worth and the experiences that made me the man I am today. It’s soulful music in the truest sense – it’s imbued with my soul.”
Co-produced by Ian Fitchuk and Daniel Tashian, the creative dream team behind Kacey Musgraves‘ past three albums, Leon includes 13 tracks that offer an intimate examination of the people, places, and moments that have shaped the Grammy Award-winning artist.
“I’m excited to share these stories about my home, about nostalgia, about my upbringing, about where I’m from, with all of you,” said Bridges. “I hope this music brings you back to your roots and your journey.”
These album details were unveiled along with the record’s dreamy lead single, “Peaceful Place.” The hypnotic and breezy track finds Bridges leaning into the serenity he’s tapped into. “I’m in a peaceful place / I find something no one can take away.”
Watch the official music video for “Peaceful Place,” shot in the scenic outskirts of Mexico City during the album’s recording process, below:
Leon Track List:
1. “When A Man Cries”
2. “That’s What I Love”
3. “Laredo”
4. “Panther City”
5. “Ain’t Got Nothing On You”
6. “Simplify”
7. “Teddy’s Tune”
8. “Never Satisfied”
9. “Peaceful Place”
10. “Can’t Have It All”
11. “Ivy”
12. “Ghetto Honeybee”
13. “God Loves Everyone”
