Kings of Leon release 'O My Beloved' and book a 2027 North American tour
The band's tenth album is out today, self-produced and softer than its stadium hits, with arena dates running from May to October 2027.
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Kings of Leon released their tenth studio album, O My Beloved, on Friday through LoveTap Records and Virgin. The first single was 'KOYSAR', and reports say it is the first record the band produced themselves.
The same week the group announced a 2027 North American tour. Per Exclaim! and JamBase listings, the dates start on May 8 in Bristow, Virginia, and finish on October 15 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, with presales opening on November 9 and 10.
Early reviews are split. Clash called the album a triumphant tenth record and praised its Americana leanings, while Far Out gave it three stars, saying it rarely inspires. Riff Magazine scored it 5/10 and The Arts Desk found it too familiar too quickly. Album of the Year's aggregate sat at 65 from four reviews at the time of writing.
Most critics agree on the character of the record: it is more acoustic and reflective than the band's arena-rock peak, with songs focused on family life.
