Overview
- Russell, who announced the album Friday, set a July 10 release on Fantasy Records and shared the lead single “Cold April.”
- “Cold April” features Kara Jackson, Denitia and the Explore! Pop Choir, with Russell saying the song seeks restoration through singing together.
- A published track list highlights extensive collaborators including Norah Jones, Joy Oladokun, Brittney Spencer, Ruby Amanfu, Devon Gilfillian and more, with production by Russell alongside Dim Star.
- Live plans tie to the rollout as she opens Sarah McLachlan’s North American tour from July 1 to Aug. 9, followed by her own headlining dates beginning Oct. 15 in the U.S. and Canada.
- The release follows 2023’s The Returner, which won Americana album of the year, marking her continued shift from the autobiographical Outside Child toward community-centered, joyful music.