Cody Johnson is turning inward for his next chapter, announcing his upcoming studio album ‘Banks Of The Trinity,' set for release on June 26—a record that promises to be his most personal yet. Produced by Trent Willmon, the project finds Johnson reconnecting with his roots, drawing heavily on childhood memories of growing up in Sebastopol, Texas, along the Trinity River. Fans can pre-order/pre-save the album HERE, while Johnson has also shared early insights into the project in a recent Billboard feature—read it HERE.
At the heart of the album is a sense of place and memory. Johnson has described hearing the title track for the first time as a moment of emotional clarity, one that transported him straight back to his upbringing—riding dirt roads, stopping at Lawrence’s Grocery Store for a cream soda and a Blue Bell ice cream, and soaking in the stories of the people around him. That vivid nostalgia shapes the album’s identity, with its cover art even featuring the very store that anchored those early years. It’s a full-circle project that doesn’t just reflect where Johnson is now, but where he came from.
Leading the release is the first track, ‘I Want You,' written by Tom Douglas, Tony Lane and Matt Rogers—a strong opening statement that hints at the album’s emotional range. Following the massive success of ‘Leather,' which earned CMA Album of the Year honours, ‘Banks Of The Trinity' arrives with high expectations. Johnson has already built a career defined by authenticity and connection, with four Platinum No. 1 singles including ‘Til You Can’t' and ‘The Painter,' alongside billions of global streams.
Yet despite the accolades, sold-out stadium shows and headline moments—like his upcoming debut atop the Stagecoach main stage—this new album feels grounded in something simpler. ‘Banks Of The Trinity' is less about scale and more about storytelling, capturing the small, defining moments that shape a life. As Johnson continues his remarkable rise, this record stands as a reminder that sometimes the most powerful stories are the ones that take you back home.
