Anderson East releases brand new single

For over a decade, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Anderson East has been winning over fans around the world with his incredible musical journey. Since making his debut in 2015 with Find ‘Em, Fool ‘Em and Forget ‘Em,” he’s racked up over a hundred million Spotify streams and earned widespread recognition from NPR, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and Billboard while his live shows have landed him on iconic stages, from Austin City Limits to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, proving his ability to translate emotion into magnetic performances.

One of the highlights in his career came with his single “All On My Mind,” which soared to #1 on the AAA charts, spent four months in the top 10 and earned him a Grammy nomination for Best American Roots Performance. But beyond his solo work, he’s established himself as a sought-after collaborator, working with the likes of Chris Stapleton, Natalie Hemby, Lori McKenna and Michael Bolton, as well as producing and writing for artists including The Red Clay Strays, Dustin Lynch and Wilder Woods.

Now Anderson East is set to release Worthy, his forthcoming album set to drop at the end of May via the Rounder Records imprint. Co-produced by Dave Cobb, the record will be his most personal and uninhibited work yet, featuring guest artists like Foy Vance and songwriting contributions from some of Nashville’s most revered names including Lori McKenna, Natalie Hemby, Trent Dabbs and Ashley Monroe.

Free from the pressure of industry expectations, Anderson embraced spontaneity in the recording process, often taking extended breaks between sessions to avoid overworking the music. The result is a record that feels organic yet deeply intentional, a collection of songs that celebrate love, self-acceptance and gratitude.

Bringing us the first taste of the highly anticipated record, he shares his brand new single titled “Say I Love You,” a strikingly candid moment on the record, it’s a track that distils the creative freedom that defines Worthy, with Anderson’s hushed vocals floating over an immersive arrangement. It’s an intimate yet cinematic offering that showcases his ability to stitch emotion within sophisticated production, resulting in a dazzling and soulful sound.

From the patter of drums and delicate piano plinks, steady guitar rhythms and twanging leads combine to form a misty backdrop as Anderson’s impassioned vocal leads drift above, casting an enchanting sound of blissful melodic lines and heartfelt lyricism. Gliding with warm brass tones and a vintage aesthetic cut with pop-focused appeal, “Say I Love You” delivers a truly timeless sound that’s impossible not to love. With the release of Worthy fast approaching, Anderson East is ready to deliver a record that’s guaranteed to charm countless listeners around the world.

Listen to Say I Love You below