Florida-Born Southern Rock Band 38 Special Announces 1st New Studio Album in 20 Years
UNITED STATES, JUL 11 – 38 Special celebrates 50 years with 'Milestone,' their first album since 2004, featuring collaborations with Pat Monahan and Randy Bachman.
- The southern rock group 38 Special will unveil their first studio album in more than 20 years, titled Milestone, on September 19, 2025.
- The band began its journey in 1974 in Jacksonville, a city in the state of Florida, and has experienced several changes in its lineup over the years, with Don Barnes remaining as the sole original member still performing with the group.
- Milestone features collaborations with Jim Peterik, Pat Monahan, and Randy Bachman and was recorded partly in Atlanta at Will Turpin’s studio.
- Don Barnes expressed that after many years, the band aimed to produce a more contemporary album for 38 Special, presenting a revitalized take on the style they have developed collectively over time.
- The album launch coincides with their 50th anniversary and ongoing 2025 tour, suggesting a renewed commitment to reach fans with a significant statement.
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38 Special Mark 50th Anniversary With First Album in 20 Years, Milestone, out September 19
Watch the Music Video For Lead Single"All I Haven't Said" Touring This Summer and Fall Including Shows With KANSAS NEW YORK, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, 38 Special, the classic southern rock band behind worldwide hits such as "Hold On Loosely" and "Caught Up In You," have announced their new album Milestone out on September 19. In celebration of the band's 50th anniversary, their first new music in over 20 years features guests and co-w…
38 Special announces new album after more than 20 years
After 21 years, the influential Southern Rock band 38 Special will release a new studio album. Called "Milestone", the new record will be out next September 19 and it's their first work in the studio since "Drivetrain", released in 2004. The first single "All I Haven't Said" is already available. The band's singer and co-founder Don Barnes talked about the album, saying: "After all this time, we wanted to create a more modern 38 Special album. T…
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