Amy Grant Releases First New Album in 13 Years, 'The Me That Remains'

The veteran singer-songwriter reflects on her life journey and the creative process behind her upcoming album.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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After a 13-year hiatus from releasing new original music, Christian music icon Amy Grant is set to release her album "The Me That Remains" on May 8th. The album, produced by Mac McAnally, features reflective songs that touch on Grant's recent health challenges, including a serious bike accident in 2023 and open-heart surgery. In an exclusive interview, Grant discusses her creative process, the decision to work with the independent label Thirty Tigers, and how her life experiences have shaped the introspective nature of the new album.

Why it matters

Grant's return to recording new music after over a decade is significant for her longtime fans, who have followed her prolific career spanning nearly 50 years. The new album provides a window into Grant's personal growth and evolution, as she grapples with questions of aging, mortality, and the changing nature of her creative expression. Her willingness to be vulnerable and open about her life experiences resonates with many of her contemporaries facing similar transitions.

The details

The album's title track, "The Me That Remains," directly references Grant's 2023 bike accident, with lyrics that reflect on the changes she's experienced. Grant says the song flowed out of her after she created a dedicated creative space in her home. Other tracks, like "How Do We Get There From Here?" and "The 6th of January (Yasgur's Farm)," tackle broader societal issues. Grant worked with a variety of songwriters, including Tom Douglas, Mike Reid, Joe Henry, and Ruby Amanfu, to craft the 10-song collection.

  • Grant released the single "The 6th of January (Yasgur's Farm)" on January 6, 2026.
  • Grant's bike accident occurred in 2023.
  • Grant underwent open-heart surgery prior to her bike accident.

The players

Amy Grant

A veteran Christian music singer-songwriter who is releasing her first new album of original material in 13 years.

Mac McAnally

The producer of Grant's upcoming album "The Me That Remains." McAnally has collaborated with Grant on previous projects.

Thirty Tigers

The independent record label that will be releasing Grant's new album, marking a departure from her previous affiliations with Christian music companies.

Tom Douglas

A songwriter who collaborated with Grant on the new album after she reached out to him due to her creative limitations following her health challenges.

Ruby Amanfu

A singer-songwriter who co-wrote the track "How Do We Get There From Here?" with Grant, drawing on their shared experience of advocating for gun control legislation.

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What they’re saying

“I love the work culture there. When he was describing different artists, he said, 'We're not all the same mindset.' They are such an artist-driven company.”

— Amy Grant, Singer-songwriter (Variety)

“Hey girl, you got a record!”

— Mac McAnally, Producer (Variety)

“Conversation matters. When I was in high school, I started going to this hippie church, and it rocked my world.”

— Amy Grant, Singer-songwriter (Variety)

What’s next

Grant plans to promote the new album with live performances, though details on a tour or specific concert dates have not yet been announced.

The takeaway

After overcoming significant health challenges and a long break from recording new music, Amy Grant's return with "The Me That Remains" represents a reflective and introspective chapter in her storied career. The album's themes of personal growth, societal issues, and the evolution of the creative self resonate with her longtime fans and demonstrate Grant's continued artistic relevance.