Shinedown Releases Album ‘Ei8ht’, Debuts ‘Safe And Sound’, Announces 2026 Tour
SHINEDOWN has announced the release of their eighth studio album, titled “Ei8ht”, set to debut on May 29. The album will be released through Atlantic Records. Along with the album announcement, SHINEDOWN has unveiled the official lyric video for their latest single, “Safe And Sound”.
World Tour Announcement
The band will embark on the “Dance, Kid, Dance Act II” world tour, featuring 54 dates across 11 countries. This extensive tour includes major stops in North America and Europe, highlighting some of the largest venues in the world. SHINEDOWN’s frontman, Brent Smith, expressed how the album was crafted with deep commitment and collaboration with long-time bandmate and producer Eric Bass. He stated, “We pushed ourselves like never before.”
Tour Collaborations
- SHINEDOWN will be joined by notable acts including:
- Coheed and Cambria
- Black Stone Cherry
- From Ashes to New
- DJ Rock Feed
- Those Damn Crows
Tickets for the North American leg of the tour will be available starting February 20 at 10 a.m. local time, while European tickets will go on sale on February 27 at the same time.
Future Festival and Recent Milestones
In addition to the tour, SHINEDOWN will host their first-ever curated festival event called Lunatic Ball Beach Weekend, scheduled for October 23-25, 2026, in Miramar Beach, Florida. This three-day event will showcase performances from SHINEDOWN and other popular bands such as BUSH and FLYLEAF.
Over the past year, SHINEDOWN solidified their presence in the industry by releasing four major hits, including “Dance, Kid, Dance” and “Searchlight”. Both tracks achieved impressive rankings on rock radio charts, with “Dance, Kid, Dance” and “Killing Fields” reaching No. 1 spots.
Acknowledgements and Achievements
SHINEDOWN has received multiple nominations for the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards. The nominations include “Rock Artist Of The Year” and “Duo/Group Of The Year”. Last year, they won “Rock Artist Of The Year” and “Rock Song Of The Year” for “A Symptom Of Being Human.”
Historic Performance
The band recently made headlines with their performance of “Searchlight” at the Grand Ole Opry, which turned out to be a pivotal moment of the evening. The song, which blends various musical influences, was described as a compelling reflection of their expansive artistic style.
Track Listing for “Ei8ht”
| Track Number | Title |
|---|---|
| 01 | At The Bottom |
| 02 | Dance, Kid, Dance |
| 03 | Burning Down The Disco |
| 04 | Three Six Five |
| 05 | Young Again |
| 06 | Dizzy |
| 07 | Imposter |
| 08 | Machine Gun |
| 09 | Outlaw |
| 10 | Safe And Sound |
| 11 | Searchlight |
| 12 | Bear With Me |
| 13 | Deep End |
| 14 | Killing Fields |
| 15 | Back To The Living |
| 16 | Wide Open |
| 17 | So Glad That You Asked |
| 18 | The Pilot |
These developments reflect SHINEDOWN’s ongoing evolution as a leading force in the rock music scene. Fans can stay updated through El-Balad for tickets and more information about the upcoming album and tour.
