Alabama Shakes debut new track “Garden” ahead of first album in 11 years

Alabama Shakes have released a new song titled “Garden” as a preview for their upcoming album. The track will appear on the album I Must Be Dreaming, scheduled for release on 28 August, marking the band’s first full‑length record in 11 years.

The album was recorded at Nashville’s Sound Emporium and Blackbird Studios and is co‑produced by the band and producer Shawn Everett, who has worked with The Killers and Brandon Flowers. The lineup includes vocalist Brittany Howard, guitarist Heath Fogg, and bassist Zack Cochrell, who reunited after a 2018 hiatus.

The record is described as a psychedelic‑soul work exploring themes of love, destiny, connection and modern life’s contradictions.