Spencer Mackenzie returns with ‘Empty Chairs’, a new studio album arriving February 20, 2026, and it digs deep into the heart of blues rock with grit, soul, and muscle. Produced by Ross Hayes Citrullo, the record blends reverence for blues tradition with the charge of modern rock, carried by electrifying guitar lines, punchy rhythms, soaring organ, and dynamic vocals. There’s a raw immediacy running through these songs, the kind that feels lived-in and honest, and it makes every note hit with purpose and weight. This record feels alive, bold, and fully committed.
Leading the way is the single “What You Do,” out now, a high-energy blues rock cut that cuts straight to the tension between truth and self-protection. The song moves with urgency and clarity, pairing sharp riffs with lyrics that linger long after the final chord. Captured live at Festival d’ete de Quebec, the performance underscores how naturally these songs thrive onstage. ‘Empty Chairs’ captures honesty and fire in equal measure, and it stands as a powerful statement of where Spencer Mackenzie is headed next.