The Pretty Reckless Announce New Album 'Dear God', Drop Single 'When I Wake Up'

The band will also embark on a world tour in support of the album, their fifth studio release.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 2:49pm

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Taylor Momsen and the Pretty Reckless are set to release their fifth studio album, 'Dear God', and have dropped the new single 'When I Wake Up' on Fearless Records. The album is described as embracing 'vulnerability, intensity and artistic freedom' and the band will tour North America and Europe in support of the release.

Why it matters

The Pretty Reckless have built a loyal fanbase over the past decade, and the release of a new album and tour will be highly anticipated by their fans. The band's signature sound of 'explosive guitars and Momsen's unmistakable powerhouse vocal' has earned them critical acclaim and commercial success.

The details

In addition to 'When I Wake Up', the new album 'Dear God' will also feature the single 'For I Am Death', which reached No. 1 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Airplay chart last November. The band has described the album as the 'beginning of a new creative chapter' and one that 'embraces vulnerability, intensity and artistic freedom'.

  • The new album 'Dear God' will be released in 2026.
  • The band dropped the new single 'When I Wake Up' on Fearless Records on March 13, 2026.
  • The Pretty Reckless will embark on a world tour in support of the new album, beginning in North America and then heading to Europe.

The players

The Pretty Reckless

An American rock band formed in New York City in 2009, led by singer-songwriter Taylor Momsen.

Taylor Momsen

The lead singer and songwriter of The Pretty Reckless, known for her powerful vocals and gritty, hard-hitting sound.

Fearless Records

An independent record label that has released music by The Pretty Reckless and other popular rock and metal acts.

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What they’re saying

“When I Wake Up is the story of a dream becoming a nightmare. When a life of excess leads you on a rollercoaster that is doomed to crash but you just can't see it. It's a good time…”

— Taylor Momsen, Lead Singer, The Pretty Reckless (Press Release)

What’s next

The Pretty Reckless will embark on a world tour in support of the new album 'Dear God', beginning in North America and then heading to Europe.

The takeaway

The release of a new album and tour from The Pretty Reckless, a critically acclaimed and commercially successful rock band, will be highly anticipated by their loyal fanbase. The band's signature sound and powerful lead vocals from Taylor Momsen have earned them a devoted following, and this new chapter in their career is sure to further cement their status as one of the premier rock acts of the modern era.