Sara Bareilles Announces New Album 'Good Grief' and Upcoming Tour
Experience the Catharsis: Sara Bareilles Unveils 'Good Grief' and Embarks on Inspiring Tour
A Return to the Studio: The Genesis of 'Good Grief'
After a seven-year hiatus since her last album, 'Amidst the Chaos' in 2019, Sara Bareilles is set to release her seventh studio album, 'Good Grief,' on August 28. Bareilles describes this collection of songs as spontaneous expressions rather than deliberate attempts to interpret the world. Her aspiration for 'Good Grief' is to offer solace and emotional release to her listeners.
The Lead Single 'Home' and Collaborative Efforts
Accompanying the album announcement, Bareilles introduced the lead single, 'Home.' She took on the role of producer for 'Good Grief,' with the majority of the recording taking place over six days at Dreamland Recording Studios in Woodstock, NY. Additional sessions were held at Aaron Dessner's Long Pond Studios, where Dessner and Bella Blasko contributed as co-producer and engineer/mixer, respectively.
A Gathering of Musical Talents: Album Contributors
'Good Grief' features a rich tapestry of collaborations. Longtime band members such as drummer Charley Drayton, guitarist Butterfly Boucher, keyboardist Misty Boyce, bassist Solomon Dorsey, and multi-instrumentalist Rob Moose lent their expertise. Jonathan Low also contributed as co-producer, recording engineer, and mixer. The album further showcases guest appearances from notable artists including Brandi Carlile, Andrea Gibson, Ingrid Michaelson, Joe Tippett, and Megan Falley.
A Cinematic Journey: 'Sara Bareilles: Good Grief' Documentary
The making of 'Good Grief' is chronicled in a documentary film titled 'Sara Bareilles: Good Grief,' which will debut at the Tribeca Festival on June 4. The film promises an intimate and unvarnished look at Bareilles' return to the studio, documenting her creative process and offering a deeply personal and ultimately hopeful reflection on loss, grief, and the healing power of music.
Hitting the Road: The North American Tour
To support her new album, Bareilles will embark on a North American tour this fall. The tour begins on September 9 in Boston, with stops planned in major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco. Fans can anticipate a diverse setlist that will blend new material from 'Good Grief' with beloved classics from her extensive career, providing a comprehensive musical experience.
Pre-Sale and General Ticket Information
For those eager to secure their spots, ticket pre-sales for the tour commence on Monday, June 8. General admission tickets will be available starting Wednesday, June 10, at 10 AM local time. Further details regarding ticket purchases can be found on her official website.
Acclaimed Track 'Salt Then Sour Then Sweet' Included
The 'Good Grief' tracklist will feature Bareilles' critically acclaimed 2026 release, 'Salt Then Sour Then Sweet.' Co-written with Brandi Carlile and the late poet and activist Andrea Gibson, this song was short-listed for Best Original Song at the 98th Academy Awards. It also appeared in the Peabody Award-winning documentary 'Come See Me in the Good Light,' which Bareilles executive produced and which was also short-listed for Best Documentary at the 98th Academy Awards.