My Morning Jacket Releases 'Peacelands' Benefit Album for Minneapolis

Proceeds from the album will go to the ACLU, Doctors Without Borders, and the International Rescue Committee.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 9:23pm

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The rock band My Morning Jacket has released a new album called 'Peacelands' in support of Minneapolis following the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents. The album includes acoustic versions of MMJ and Jim James solo songs, as well as covers of Bob Dylan, Brian Wilson, and Lou Reed. Proceeds from the album will be donated to the ACLU, Doctors Without Borders, and the International Rescue Committee.

Why it matters

The killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis have sparked outrage and calls for immigration reform. My Morning Jacket's 'Peacelands' album aims to raise funds and awareness for organizations working to protect immigrant rights and provide humanitarian aid.

The details

The 'Peacelands' album includes acoustic versions of songs by My Morning Jacket as well as covers of works by Bob Dylan, Brian Wilson, and Lou Reed. The album is being sold on Bandcamp, with all proceeds going to the ACLU, Doctors Without Borders, and the International Rescue Committee.

  • The 'Peacelands' album was released on January 30, 2026.

The players

My Morning Jacket

An American rock band formed in Louisville, Kentucky in 1998.

Jim James

The lead singer and guitarist of My Morning Jacket.

Renee Good

A resident of Minneapolis who was killed by federal immigration agents.

Alex Pretti

A resident of Minneapolis who was killed by federal immigration agents.

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What they’re saying

“We stand with the people of Minnesota and everywhere else affected by the horrors of ICE brutality and lack of human decency or transparency from this administration. There is room for everyone to be safe and free and at home in this vast world and we need to find a new path together to safe and humane immigration policy and reform rooted in peace and love… safety and equality… and new systems of fairness, freedom, and transparent justice for all.”

— Jim James, Lead singer and guitarist of My Morning Jacket (95xlive.com)

What’s next

The 'Peacelands' album will continue to be available for purchase on Bandcamp, with all proceeds going to the ACLU, Doctors Without Borders, and the International Rescue Committee.

The takeaway

My Morning Jacket's 'Peacelands' album is a powerful statement of solidarity with the people of Minneapolis and a call for immigration reform and justice. By donating the proceeds to respected human rights organizations, the band is using its platform to make a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by the tragic killings.