Tedeschi Trucks Announces New Concept Album: “River of Souls” – Release Date Set for October 2025

 

The Tedeschi Trucks Band has announced their latest project, a concept album titled “River of Souls”, which is set to be released on October 15, 2025. This highly anticipated album is a thematic and musical exploration of the human experience, delving into themes of love, loss, redemption, and the search for meaning.

 

Concept and Storyline

 

“River of Souls” is a narrative-driven album that follows the journey of a protagonist as they navigate the complexities of life, death, and the afterlife. The album’s storyline is inspired by the band’s own personal experiences, as well as mythological and literary references. The music is a reflection of the band’s eclectic sound, blending elements of blues, rock, soul, and gospel to create a unique and captivating listening experience.

 

Tracklist

 

The album will feature 12 tracks, including:

 

1. “River of Souls” – an epic opening track that sets the tone for the album

2. “Lost and Found” – a soulful ballad that explores themes of love and loss

3. “Ghost Town Lullaby” – a haunting song that evokes the spirit of the American South

4. “Fire in the Belly” – a high-energy rock track that showcases the band’s musical prowess

5. “Soul on Fire” – a gospel-inspired song that features a full choir and horn section

6. “The Long Way Home” – a poignant ballad that explores themes of redemption and forgiveness

7. “River’s Edge” – an instrumental track that features a stunning guitar solo by Derek Trucks

8. “Shores of the Unknown” – a mystical song that explores the mysteries of the afterlife

9. “Love’s the Answer” – a uplifting song that features a soaring vocal performance by Susan Tedeschi

10. “River of Tears” – a haunting song that explores themes of grief and loss

11. “Soul Revival” – a high-energy song that features a full band performance

12. “River of Souls (Reprise)” – a haunting closing track that brings the album full circle

 

Release Date and Pre-Order

 

“River of Souls” will be released on October 15, 2025, and is available for pre-order now. Fans who pre-order the album will receive an instant download of the first single, “Lost and Found”, as well as exclusive access to behind-the-scenes content and early ticket sales for the band’s upcoming tour.

 

Tour Dates

 

The Tedeschi Trucks Band will embark on a world tour in support of “River of Souls”, with dates announced for North America, Europe, and Australia. The tour will feature a unique and immersive live show, with the band performing the album in its entirety, as well as other fan favorites.

 

Statement from the Band

 

“We’re thrilled to announce the release of ‘River of Souls’, our most ambitious project to date,” said Susan Tedeschi. “This album is a labor of love, and we’re excited to share it with our fans and take them on this journey with us.”

 

Derek Trucks added, “We’ve always been drawn to the concept album format, and ‘River of Souls’ is the culmination of our musical and thematic explorations. We can’t wait to perform this music live and share it with the world.”