Peter Frampton is back with new music, and it carries weight. ‘Carry the Light’ arrives May 15, marking his first album of original material in 16 years. The project reunites him with the studio and introduces a collaborative dynamic with his son, Julian Frampton, who co-wrote and co-produced the record.
The album brings in a deep lineup of contributors. Sheryl Crow, Tom Morello, Graham Nash, H.E.R. and Bill Evans each step into the frame, adding texture and range. These are not surface-level appearances. The performances are woven directly into the fabric of the record.
Frampton frames the experience as a defining moment. “It was one of my most enjoyable projects ever. I got to work with my son Julian, writing and producing together. A first of many for us I’m sure.” That connection runs through the album, grounding it in something personal and immediate.
Lead single “Buried Treasure” nods to Tom Petty, built from lyrical references that trace through Petty’s catalog. Featuring Benmont Tench, the track carries a sense of history while staying rooted in Frampton’s signature tone and phrasing.
After stepping away from touring following his Inclusion-Body Myositis diagnosis, Frampton returned to the stage in 2023 and entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2024. ‘Carry the Light’ stands as a continuation of that resurgence, driven by collaboration, legacy and a renewed creative spark.