The Pretty Reckless Releases New Song, Announces Tour for Upcoming Album 'Dear God'

The band's new single 'When I Wake Up' is the latest track off their forthcoming album, due out in June.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 6:25pm

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The Pretty Reckless has released a new song called 'When I Wake Up' off their upcoming album 'Dear God,' which is set to be released on June 26. The band has also announced a headlining U.S. tour in support of the album, running from July 10 to September 26. Presales for the tour begin on March 17, with tickets going on sale to the general public on March 20.

Why it matters

The Pretty Reckless has built a loyal fanbase over the years with their hard-hitting rock sound, and the release of 'When I Wake Up' and the announcement of their 'Dear God' tour will give those fans something to look forward to in the coming months. The band's previous album, 'Death by Rock and Roll,' was a critical and commercial success, so anticipation is high for their next project.

The details

The new song 'When I Wake Up' is described by frontwoman Taylor Momsen as 'the story of a dream becoming a nightmare' about 'a life of excess' that 'is doomed to crash.' The 'Dear God' album will also include the previously released single 'For I Am Death,' which hit #1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart.

  • The 'Dear God' album is due out on June 26, 2026.
  • The Pretty Reckless' headlining U.S. tour in support of the album will run from July 10 to September 26, 2026.
  • Presales for the tour begin on March 17, 2026 at 10 a.m. local time.
  • Tickets for the tour will go on sale to the general public on March 20, 2026 at 10 a.m. local time.

The players

The Pretty Reckless

An American rock band formed in 2009, consisting of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Taylor Momsen, lead guitarist Ben Phillips, bassist Mark Damon, and drummer Jamie Perkins.

Taylor Momsen

The lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of The Pretty Reckless, known for her powerful vocals and edgy persona.

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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, Frontwoman

What’s next

The Pretty Reckless will embark on their headlining U.S. tour in support of the 'Dear God' album, beginning on July 10, 2026 in Raleigh, North Carolina and running through September 26, 2026 in Silver Spring, Maryland.

The takeaway

The release of 'When I Wake Up' and the announcement of The Pretty Reckless' 'Dear God' tour demonstrate the band's continued commitment to delivering hard-hitting, emotionally-charged rock music to their devoted fanbase. With high anticipation for the new album, the band is poised to build on the success of their previous release and cement their status as one of the premier rock acts of the modern era.