Marc Broussard Releases New Blues and Soul Album with Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith

The soul singer's 'Chance Worth Taking' features collaborations with blues rock stars.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:19pm

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Soul singer Marc Broussard has released his new studio album 'Chance Worth Taking', marking his first full collection of original blues and soul material. The album, out now via KTBA Records, features collaborations with blues rock artists Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith, who both contribute to the new single 'You'll Be Sorry'.

Why it matters

Broussard's new album represents a transition for the singer-songwriter, as he explores a range of blues and soul styles while maintaining his signature vocal approach. The collaborations with established blues rock stars like Bonamassa and Smith help bring Broussard's sound to a wider audience and showcase the versatility of the blues and soul genres.

The details

The album 'Chance Worth Taking' was produced by Bonamassa, Smith, and Calvin Turner. Bonamassa appears on ten tracks and co-wrote three songs, while Smith contributed to four tracks as both a co-writer and performer. Turner co-wrote ten songs on the album and contributed to its arrangements. The album features a mix of big-band influenced numbers, blues ballads, and New Orleans-inspired material, with additional contributions from Reese Wynans and Trombone Shorty.

  • The album 'Chance Worth Taking' is out now (April 17, 2026).
  • Broussard will support the album release with a U.S. spring tour beginning April 23, 2026.

The players

Marc Broussard

A soul singer who has released his new studio album 'Chance Worth Taking', marking his first full collection of original blues and soul material.

Joe Bonamassa

A blues rock artist who founded the KTBA Records label that released Broussard's new album. Bonamassa appears on ten tracks and co-wrote three songs on the album.

Josh Smith

A blues rock artist who contributed to four tracks on Broussard's new album as both a co-writer and performer.

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What they’re saying

“We wrote that one in the studio. Joe inspired the concept, and later, I went back to craft the lyrics. I wanted to flex my lyrical and melodic chops.”

— Marc Broussard, Singer

“I think blues and soul are born from the same place. Memphis and the Delta are natural bedfellows. This album represents a transition for me, but while creating it, I never felt afraid to take a chance. The material is so good that I never saw it as a risk.”

— Marc Broussard, Singer

What’s next

Broussard will support the release of 'Chance Worth Taking' with a U.S. spring tour beginning April 23, 2026, including a performance at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival on May 1.

The takeaway

Broussard's new album showcases his versatility as he transitions into exploring a range of blues and soul styles, with high-profile collaborations from established blues rock artists helping to bring his sound to a wider audience.