Acclaimed singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Anderson East is set to make his highly anticipated return with ‘Worthy,' his first album in four years and his debut release on Rounder Records. Scheduled to drop on May 30, ‘Worthy' presents East as a more refined and commanding artist, deeply immersed in his signature blend of soul, rock, and Americana.
Co-produced with longtime collaborator Dave Cobb, ‘Worthy' is a testament to East’s musical evolution and personal resilience. The 10-track collection is steeped in Muscle Shoals-inspired sounds, featuring rich, soulful horns and emotionally charged storytelling. The album is a reflection of transformation, redemption, and a renewed love for the craft of songwriting and live performance.
Unlike his previous album, ‘Maybe We Never Die,' which was recorded in isolation due to the pandemic, ‘Worthy' embraces the magic of live collaboration. East brought together an impressive roster of renowned songwriters, including Grammy winners Natalie Hemby, Lori McKenna, and Aaron Raitiere, as well as Grammy-nominated Ashley Monroe and Emmy-winning Trent Dabbs. This creative synergy results in a deeply resonant and dynamic listening experience.
The first taste of ‘Worthy' arrives with the release of ‘Say I Love You,' a deeply intimate and candid track. With its atmospheric production and East’s distinctive croon, the song captures the liberating spirit of the album.
Anderson East has been widely praised by NPR, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and Billboard, and has captivated audiences with performances on Austin City Limits, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. His breakout hit ‘All On My Mind' topped the AAA charts, spent four months in the Top 10, and earned a Grammy nomination for Best American Roots Performance. Beyond his own work, East has collaborated with music industry heavyweights like Chris Stapleton, The Red Clay Strays, Dustin Lynch, and Michael Bolton.
Fans eager for a first listen of ‘Worthy' can catch East live at The Basement in Nashville, TN, on February 10, where he will debut new songs in an intimate setting. Get tickets here.
Worthy Track List:
- I’d Do Anything (Anderson East, Aaron Raitiere, Ashley Monroe)
- Anyway (East, Natalie Hemby)
- Say I Love You (East, Trent Dabbs)
- Worthy (East, Dabbs)
- Never Meant To Hurt You (East, Ben Chapman, Dave Cobb)
- Before It Gets Better (East, Hemby, Cobb)
- Fool Myself (East, Trent Dabbs, Maddie Medley)
- Reasons (East, Dabbs)
- Chasing You (East, Lori McKenna)
- Right Where You Were Meant To Be (East, Andy Gullahorn, Drew Kennedy)
Produced by Anderson East and Dave Cobb, ‘Worthy' was recorded in Georgia Mae Studios (Savannah, GA) and Overnite Studio (Nashville, TN), ensuring an organic and immersive sound.
With ‘Worthy' Anderson East reaffirms his status as one of the most compelling artists in contemporary roots music. Mark your calendars for May 30 and prepare to experience an album that showcases East at his most honest and inspired.
