Collective Soul Unveils New Wave-Inspired Album for Record Store Day

The band's latest release, 'Touch and Go,' marks a stylistic shift with a retro-inspired sound.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:40pm

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An abstract, minimalist composition of bold, jagged geometric shapes in shades of blue, red, and white, conceptually representing the retro-inspired New Wave sound of Collective Soul's new album.Collective Soul's new album 'Touch and Go' blends the band's signature sound with a fresh, retro-inspired New Wave style.Las Vegas Today

Iconic rock band Collective Soul is set to debut a brand-new album, 'Touch and Go,' arriving exclusively at independent record stores for Record Store Day on Saturday, April 18. The 10-track release blends the group's signature style with clear inspiration from the New Wave genre, featuring a sound reminiscent of bands like The Cars.

Why it matters

Collective Soul has built a devoted fanbase over their decades-long career, known for hits like 'Shine,' 'December,' and 'The World I Know.' This new album represents an evolution in their sound, potentially appealing to both longtime listeners and new fans drawn to the retro-inspired New Wave influences.

The details

The 'Touch and Go' album will be pressed on 180-gram colored vinyl and packaged with a 12'x24' poster, making it a collectible item for fans. Frontman Ed Roland expressed excitement about the new direction, saying, 'We're excited for everyone to hear our new album Touch and Go. It has a New Wave sound. You can get it on Record Store Day and we appreciate your love and support!' Beyond the new music, the band recently released a documentary, 'Give Me A Word: The Collective Soul Story,' which explores their creative journey.

  • Collective Soul's 'Touch and Go' album will be released exclusively at independent record stores on Record Store Day, Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • The band recently completed a Las Vegas residency and is gearing up for more U.S. tour dates this summer, along with appearances on major events like the 'Summer of '99 and Beyond Cruise'.

The players

Collective Soul

An American rock band known for hits like 'Shine,' 'December,' and 'The World I Know.' The band has sold more than 15 million albums worldwide and earned multiple Gold and Platinum certifications.

Ed Roland

The frontman of Collective Soul, who expressed enthusiasm about the band's new album 'Touch and Go' and its New Wave-inspired sound.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited for everyone to hear our new album Touch and Go. It has a New Wave sound. You can get it on Record Store Day and we appreciate your love and support!”

— Ed Roland, Frontman, Collective Soul

What’s next

Collective Soul is gearing up for more U.S. tour dates this summer, along with appearances on major events like the 'Summer of '99 and Beyond Cruise'.

The takeaway

Collective Soul's new album 'Touch and Go' represents an exciting stylistic shift for the veteran band, blending their signature sound with retro-inspired New Wave influences. The exclusive Record Store Day release is sure to appeal to both longtime fans and new listeners drawn to the band's evolving musical direction.