Billy Strings returns in 2026 with So Much For Goodbyes, a starkly confessional and emotionally raw album that stands as one of the most introspective works of his career. Released on Reprise Records, it finds the acclaimed guitarist and songwriter trading some of his signature fretboard acrobatics for deeply personal storytelling, resulting in a record that is openly anguished yet warmed throughout by wit and humanity even at its bleakest moments.
While the trademark progressive-infused instrumentation that has defined Strings' catalog is still present, So Much For Goodbyes places his most allegorical and heartfelt lyrics front and center, weaving between traditional bluegrass energy and cinematic, atmospheric passages. His resonant baritone carries a poignant introspection across a well-curated tracklist that balances rootsy momentum with quiet emotional depth, showcasing a songwriter at the height of his craft.
- Limited Edition, Indie Exclusive
- Format: Vinyl
- Color Vinyl
- Label: Reprise Records
- Genre: Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 08/28/2026
- Remember, for our lowest prices, always order directly from Joco Records!
TRACKS
A1. I'm One Of Those
A2. Burn The Other End
A3. Carry Us Home
A4. Lay Me Down
B1. Lucid Daydream
B2. Mill Town Flood
B3. Live To Tell
B4. Bluewater Breakdown
C1. Light The Way
C2. I Like Train Songs
C3. 10,000 Miles From A Friend
C4. Still I Crash
D1. I Wish I Wanted To
D2. Remember To Cry
D3. Wrestling An Angel
D4. Debra's Waltz
🌍 Joco Planet Impact
With every order, we're offsetting shipping emissions. That's like: