That Eric Alper

The Band of Heathens officially mark two decades of fierce independence with the announcement of their landmark tenth studio album ‘Country Sides’ arriving this February. This new collection serves as a greasy guitar-filled masterclass in roots rock, tracked in just over a week at the band’s own studio, The Finishing School, alongside producer Jim Vollentine. The group celebrates this milestone with the release of the soulful lead single “No Direction,” a lovelorn cowboy anthem that features lush harmonies and yearning pedal steel. This arrival comes at a high point for the Austin-based rockers, as their classic recording “Hurricane” has officially been certified platinum after amassing over one billion streams.

Founded by the enduring creative partnership of Ed Jurdi and Gordy Quist, the group continues to blaze a singular trail from legendary barrooms to the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. The upcoming 2026 tour schedule includes high-profile stops at Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater and the iconic Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa. Highlights from the new record include the swampy groove of “Take The Cake” and the free-wheeling energy of “She’s The Night,” which showcase a band still writing some of their best music to date. This 20-year journey stands as a testament to self-reliance and the power of organic music that resonates deeply with a dedicated global fan base.

‘Country Sides’ Tracklist:

1. No Direction
2. High on Our Own Supply
3. She’s the Night
4. Lead Don’t Follow
5. Forever’s Not a Long Time
6. Finish Something I Started
7. Pleasing People
8. Good as I Can Be
9. Take the Cake
10. Just as Much
11. Letting Go

Upcoming Tour Dates:

Jan 05-10 – Steamboat Springs, CO – MusicFest 2026

Jan 11-18 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Sandy Beaches Cruise 2026

Jan 27-31 – Key West, FL – Mile 0 Fest 2026

Feb 05 – Raleigh, NC – Roadtrip To Raleigh 2026

Mar 06 – Austin, TX – Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater

Mar 12 – El Dorado, AR – First Financial Music Hall at the Murphy Arts District

Mar 13 – Jackson, MS – Duling Hall

Mar 14 – Huntingdon, TN – Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center

Mar 15 – Indianapolis, IN – Turntable

Mar 17 – Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon

Mar 18 – Chicago, IL – Garcia’s

Mar 19 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line

Mar 20 – Ottawa, KS – Ottawa Memorial Auditorium

Mar 21 – Tulsa, OK – Cain’s Ballroom

Apr 10 – Atlanta, GA – Terminal West

Apr 11 – Walhalla, SC – Walhalla Performing Arts Center

Apr 12 – Charleston, WV – Mountain Stage

Apr 14 – Asheville, NC – Revival Asheville

Apr 15 – Raleigh, NC – Lincoln Theatre

Apr 16 – Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood Theatre

Apr 17 – Isle Of Palms, SC – The Wind Jammer

Apr 18 – Pelham, TN – The Caverns

Apr 19 – Waverly, AL – Standard Deluxe Inc

Apr 22 – New Orleans, LA – Chickie Wah Wah

Apr 23 – Baton Rouge, LA – Manship Theatre

Apr 24 – Houston, TX – The Heights Theater

Apr 25 – Plano, TX – The Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall