Brittany Howard has introduced her second solo album, What Now, and launched the music video for its title observe. The tune was co-produced by Howard and Shawn Everett. The action-filled video was directed by Danilo Parra. Watch it under.

“‘What Now’ is possibly the truest and bluest of all of the songs,” Howard stated in an announcement. “It’s by no means my design to harm anybody’s emotions, however I wanted to say what was on my thoughts with out modifying myself. I like the way it’s a tune that makes you wish to dance, however on the similar time the lyrics are brutal.”

Howard recorded What Now on the Sound Emporium and historic RCA Studio B in her hometown of Nashville. The album will likely be launched by way of Island Information; a launch date has but to be introduced. She’s additionally introduced new 2024 tour dates with Becca Mancari, following dates later this yr with L’Rain. Discover Howard’s tour itinerary under.

“What Now” may also be issued as a limited-edition 7″ single with the unique recording on Facet A and a observe known as “Meditation” on Facet B. “Meditation” options crystal singing bowls carried out by Howard’s pals Ramona Reid (of the Frequency Middle) and Ann Sensing.

The brand new album would be the Alabama Shakes singer-songwriter’s first solo effort since 2019’s Jaime. Howard received Greatest Rock Track at the 2021 Grammy Awards for Jaime’s “Keep Excessive.”

Revisit Pitchfork’s 2019 interview “Brittany Howard on Her Solo Debut, Her Black Heroes, and Proudly owning Her Greatness.”