Sevendust Releases New Single 'Is This The Real You?' from Upcoming Album 'One'

The band's 15th studio album is set to drop on May 1st.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Sevendust, the hard rock band comprised of Lajon Witherspoon, Clint Lowery, John Connolly, Vince Hornsby, and Morgan Rose, have released a new single called 'Is This The Real You?' from their upcoming 15th studio album 'One'. The album was produced by Michael 'Elvis' Baskette and the writing sessions took place at the farmhouse of vocalist Lajon Witherspoon and his wife Ashley. The band is also preparing to hit the road on a U.S. headlining tour starting in April, with support acts Atreyu, Fire From The Gods, and American Adrenaline.

Why it matters

Sevendust has been a mainstay in the hard rock scene for over two decades, and the release of a new album is always highly anticipated by their dedicated fanbase. The new single 'Is This The Real You?' provides a preview of the band's musical direction on 'One', which is their 15th full-length studio release.

The details

The new single 'Is This The Real You?' was recorded at Studio Barbarosa in Gotha, Florida, where the band worked again with producer Michael 'Elvis' Baskette. Guitarist John Connolly described the song as 'as honest, natural, and pure as any song can be' and said it gives a good representation of Sevendust's sound in 2026. An animated music video for the track has also been released.

  • Sevendust's 15th studio album 'One' is set to drop on May 1, 2026.
  • The band will kick off their U.S. headlining tour on April 16, 2026 in Carterville, IL and run through May 20, 2026 in Knoxville, TN.

The players

Sevendust

A hard rock band comprised of Lajon Witherspoon (vocals), Clint Lowery (guitar), John Connolly (guitar), Vince Hornsby (bass), and Morgan Rose (drums).

Michael 'Elvis' Baskette

The producer who worked with Sevendust on their upcoming 15th studio album 'One'.

Lajon Witherspoon

The lead vocalist of Sevendust.

Ashley Witherspoon

The wife of Sevendust vocalist Lajon Witherspoon, whose farmhouse was used for the band's writing sessions.

John Connolly

The guitarist of Sevendust who described the new single 'Is This The Real You?' as 'as honest, natural, and pure as any song can be'.

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What they’re saying

“It was as honest, natural, and pure as any song can be. If you really want to know what Sevendust sounds like in 2026, 'Is This The Real You?' gives you a good idea.”

— John Connolly, Guitarist (kvakradio.com)

What’s next

Sevendust will embark on a U.S. headlining tour starting on April 16, 2026, with support from Atreyu, Fire From The Gods, and American Adrenaline. The band will also open for Alter Bridge at two special U.S. dates on April 26 in Atlanta, GA and May 21 in Nashville, TN. Additionally, Sevendust will appear at major festivals, including Welcome To Rockville and Sonic Temple.

The takeaway

Sevendust's new single 'Is This The Real You?' provides a glimpse into the band's musical evolution on their upcoming 15th studio album 'One', which is highly anticipated by their loyal fanbase. The band's longevity and commitment to their craft is a testament to their enduring appeal in the hard rock genre.