Josh Klinghoffer to Release Acoustic Album 'A Drop in the Ocean' on June 12

The former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist's new Pluralone record features collaborations with Chelsea Hodson.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 5:54pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of the worn, textured surface of an acoustic guitar, captured in dramatic, high-contrast studio lighting to create a glitzy, high-fashion aesthetic.The textured, weathered surface of Josh Klinghoffer's acoustic guitar reflects the intimate, stripped-down sound of his new Pluralone album.San Diego Today

Josh Klinghoffer will release his first Pluralone album since 2022 on June 12 through Org Music. The acoustic guitar-driven record A Drop in the Ocean includes the lead single 'Peer Into Your Dreams.' Writer and musician Chelsea Hodson lends her voice to three tracks, and the album also features a tribute to late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins.

Why it matters

Klinghoffer is a respected musician who has played with major acts like Red Hot Chili Peppers and Pearl Jam. His new solo album under the Pluralone moniker showcases his songwriting and acoustic guitar skills, and the tribute to Hawkins adds an emotional element that will likely resonate with fans.

The details

The album was produced by Eric Palmquist, marking the first time the studio engineer has taken on production duties for a Klinghoffer album. Klinghoffer started working on the album in 2020 after the death of drummer Tony Allen, and he finished it in late 2025 while touring with Pearl Jam and working on other projects like the GRAMMY-nominated Elton John and Brandi Carlile collaboration 'Who Believes in Angels?'

  • Klinghoffer released the single 'I Hope You Knew' as a tribute to Taylor Hawkins in late March 2026, on the fourth anniversary of Hawkins' passing.
  • A Drop in the Ocean is set to be released on June 12, 2026.
  • Klinghoffer plans to release the second Pluralone album on October 7, 2026.

The players

Josh Klinghoffer

A 46-year-old musician who is the former guitarist for Red Hot Chili Peppers and is currently a touring member of Pearl Jam. He releases solo music under the Pluralone moniker.

Chelsea Hodson

A writer and musician who lends her voice to three tracks on Klinghoffer's new Pluralone album.

Taylor Hawkins

The late drummer for the Foo Fighters, who passed away in 2022. Klinghoffer's new album includes a tribute track to Hawkins.

Eric Palmquist

The studio engineer who produced Klinghoffer's new Pluralone album, A Drop in the Ocean.

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What they’re saying

“I wasn't as close with Taylor as Andrew, [Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer] Chad [Smith] and [former Jane's Addiction bassist] Chris Chaney. He died within days of us finishing that first [Eddie Vedder and] Earthlings tour, and after the last show in San Diego, he was on the phone talking to us all. After he died, there were a lot of rumors floating around, and my prevalent thought was that I fucking hoped he knew how much people really loved him.”

— Josh Klinghoffer

“I'm always trying to be more direct and rely less on obscuring myself more and more with each layer, instrument, or doubled vocal. That was the basis for sticking with a bunch of acoustic-y songs.”

— Josh Klinghoffer

What’s next

Klinghoffer plans to put out the second Pluralone album on Oct. 7, 2026.

The takeaway

Klinghoffer's new Pluralone album showcases his songwriting and acoustic guitar skills, and the inclusion of a tribute to the late Taylor Hawkins adds an emotional element that will likely resonate with fans of the respected musician.