Toadies Announce New Album 'The Charmer'

Eighth studio effort from 'Possum Kingdom' rockers due out in May 2026.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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The rock band Toadies have announced a new album called 'The Charmer', their eighth studio effort. The album was recorded with producer Steve Albini at Electrical Audio studio in Chicago prior to Albini's death in 2024 and is set for release on May 1, 2026. The band has also announced a U.S. tour in support of the new album, running from April 16 to June 17, 2026.

Why it matters

Toadies are a well-known and influential alternative rock band, best known for their hit song 'Possum Kingdom'. The announcement of a new album from the band is significant news for their fanbase and the broader rock music community.

The details

The Charmer was recorded with producer Steve Albini, known for his work with bands like Nirvana and Pixies, at his Electrical Audio studio in Chicago. The album is described by frontman Vaden Lewis as a return to the band's 'basics' with 'all analogue, live takes, high energy' recording. In addition to the new album, Toadies have announced a U.S. tour in support of The Charmer, with dates running from April 16 to June 17, 2026.

  • The Charmer album is due for release on May 1, 2026.
  • The Toadies' U.S. tour in support of the new album will run from April 16 to June 17, 2026.

The players

Toadies

An alternative rock band best known for their hit song 'Possum Kingdom'.

Vaden Lewis

The frontman of the Toadies.

Steve Albini

A record producer known for his work with bands like Nirvana and Pixies, who produced the Toadies' new album 'The Charmer' prior to his death in 2024.

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What they’re saying

“This album has been a long time in the works, and it's such a joy to see it come together. We went back to basics for this session: all analogue, live takes, high energy.”

— Vaden Lewis, Frontman

What’s next

Tickets for the Toadies' U.S. tour in support of 'The Charmer' will go on sale on Friday, February 21, 2026 at 10 a.m. local time.

The takeaway

The announcement of a new album and tour from the influential rock band Toadies is an exciting development for their loyal fanbase and the broader rock music scene. The album's return to the band's 'basics' recording approach and the involvement of producer Steve Albini suggest the new music may harken back to Toadies' earlier, acclaimed work.