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Shinedown Announces New Album 'EI8HT'
The rock band's eighth studio effort arrives on May 29 and will be supported by a U.S. tour.
Published on Feb. 20, 2026
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Shinedown has announced the release of their eighth studio album, titled 'EI8HT', which is set to drop on May 29. The 18-track record includes previously released singles like 'Dance, Kid, Dance,' 'Three Six Five,' 'Searchlight,' and 'Killing Fields.' The band has also revealed plans for a U.S. tour in support of the new album, dubbed the 'Dance Kid Dance Act II' tour, which will run from May to August and feature support acts like Coheed and Cambria, Black Stone Cherry, and From Ashes to New.
Why it matters
Shinedown is one of the most successful rock bands of the 21st century, with a string of hit albums and singles. The announcement of a new album and tour is significant for their fanbase and the broader rock music scene, as it signals the continued creative output and live performance prowess of the group.
The details
The 'EI8HT' album is described as being over a year in the making, with frontman Brent Smith stating that the band pushed themselves 'like never before' in its creation. The record will feature 18 tracks, including a newly released heavier song called 'Safe and Sound.' The upcoming tour will see Shinedown headline shows across the U.S. from May to August, with support from acts like Coheed and Cambria, Black Stone Cherry, and From Ashes to New.
- Shinedown announced the new album 'EI8HT' on February 17, 2026.
- 'EI8HT' is set to be released on May 29, 2026.
- The 'Dance Kid Dance Act II' tour in support of 'EI8HT' will run from May 13 to August 23, 2026.
The players
Shinedown
An American rock band formed in 2001 and known for hits like 'Second Chance' and 'Cut the Cord.'
Brent Smith
The lead vocalist and founding member of Shinedown.
Coheed and Cambria
An American progressive rock band that will serve as an opener on Shinedown's upcoming tour.
Black Stone Cherry
An American rock band that will also support Shinedown on their 'Dance Kid Dance Act II' tour.
From Ashes to New
An American rock band that will open for Shinedown on their upcoming tour dates.
What they’re saying
“This album is over a year in the making. Without question as a band we pushed ourselves like never before.”
— Brent Smith, Frontman, Shinedown (hot1017.com)
“We saw infighting that we had never seen before, and for us, it was our job to diffuse it. I just want to remind everybody, it says the 'United States of America' – united. And a lot of people right now don't feel united.”
— Brent Smith, Frontman, Shinedown (Rolling Stone)
What’s next
Tickets for Shinedown's 'Dance Kid Dance Act II' tour go on sale to the general public on Friday, February 21, 2026 at 10 a.m. local time.
The takeaway
Shinedown's announcement of a new album and tour is an exciting development for the band's loyal fanbase and the broader rock music scene. The group's commitment to pushing their creative boundaries and addressing societal issues through their music underscores their status as one of the most impactful rock acts of the modern era.
