​The Hold Steady's Craig Finn Readies 'I Need a New War' Solo LP

Stream lead single "Blankets" now

BY Sarah MurphyPublished Jan 30, 2019

Hold Steady frontman Craig Finn has revealed plans for a new solo album. Titled I Need a New War, it's due out on April 26 via Partisan Records.
 
The album marks the follow-up to 2017's We All Want the Same Things and completes a trilogy that also includes 2015's Faith in the Future.
 
I Need a New War was recorded in Woodstock, NY, with producer Josh Kaufman and engineer D. James Goodwin. It also features contributions from Stuart Bogie, Sam Kassirer, Annie Nero, Cassandra Jenkins and Joe Russo.
 
You can see the full tracklisting for the LP listed below. Finn has also unveiled lead single and album opener "Blankets," which is available to stream below, as well.
 
I Need a New War is available for pre-order here.
 
I Need a New War:
 
1. Blankets
2. Magic Marker
3. A Bathtub in the Kitchen
4. Indications
5. Grant at Galena
6. Something to Hope For
7. Carmen Isn't Coming Today
8. Holyoke
9. Her with the Blues
10. Anne Marie & Shane
 

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