The album is the group’s first in 15 years
Legendary rock band The Black Crowes have announced their hugely anticipated new album, Happiness Bastards, set for worldwide release on CD and LP on March 15th. Produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Jay Joyce, the project is the group’s tenth studio album and their first original music in 15 years. The thrilling news is kicked off with the release of the riff-ripping lead single “Wanting and Waiting,” an exhilarating taste of what’s to come with the signature flair and attitude of one of the most vital rock bands of this generation.
“Happiness Bastards is our love letter to rock and roll,” Chris Robinson shares. “Rich and I are always writing and creating music. That has never stopped for us, and it is always where we find harmony together. This record represents that.”
“This album is a continuation of our story as a band,” adds Rich. “Our years of experience writing and making music and touring the world are represented in this record, and we were brilliantly guided by one of the best producers in the business, Jay Joyce. I am incredibly proud of what we put together.”
The highly anticipated 10-track record consecrates the reunion of this legendary band. The Black Crowes are biting back with the angst of words left unsaid penned on paper and electrified by guitar strings, revealing stripped, bare-boned rock and roll. The album features a guest appearance by country star Lainey Wilson.
Since The Black Crowes reunited in 2019, they’ve made a triumphant return to form with over 150 shows spanning 20 countries worldwide, celebrating the 30th anniversary of Shake Your Money Maker, the album that put them on the map. Upon their return from the road, they knew they needed something new to show for their lost time.
1. Bedside Manners
2. Rats And Clowns
3. Cross Your Fingers
4. Wanting And Waiting
5. Wilted Rose featuring Lainey Wilson
6. Dirty Cold Sun
7. Bleed It Dry
8. Flesh Wound
9. Follow The Moon
10. Kindred Friend
