Morgan Freeman Recorded a Blues Record With Taj Mahal, Keb' Mo', and Shemekia Copeland
Actor Morgan Freeman has announced the upcoming release of a 12-song blues album titled 'Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience.'
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Morgan Freeman is releasing a studio album dedicated to the history of Delta blues. The project features collaborations with Taj Mahal, Keb' Mo', and Shemekia Copeland, as well as the Chineke! A first single has already been made available to the public.
Coverage from outlets including Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, and Yahoo emphasizes the album's focus on musical history and Freeman’s lifelong interest in the genre. Decca Records is confirmed as the label handling the distribution. The project is scheduled for release on August 7, 2026.
Future developments will depend on the reception of the lead single and the public availability of the full 12-song collection.
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Quick answers
What is the title of the album?
The album is titled 'Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience'.
When will the album be released?
The album is scheduled for release on August 7, 2026.
Who is featured on the record?
The record features Taj Mahal, Keb' Mo', Shemekia Copeland, and the Chineke! Orchestra.
Coverage (11)
- ‘It has never left me’: Morgan Freeman announces blues album rooted in Black music history Yahoo · 91d ago
- Morgan Freeman announces blues album Blues Rock Review · 91d ago
- Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience recorded with Chineke! Orchestra, out 7th August 2026 on Decca Records. Colin's Column · 91d ago
- OSCAR-WINNER MORGAN FREEMAN BRINGS LIFELONG LOVE OF THE DELTA BLUES TO A 12-SONG CELEBRATION OF ITS RICH HISTORY WITH ‘MORGAN FREEMAN’S SYMPHONIC BLUES EXPERIENCE’ – Press Releases Umusic · 91d ago
- Morgan Freeman announces Blues Album, releases first single ANI News · 91d ago
- OSCAR-WINNER MORGAN FREEMAN BRINGS LIFELING LOVE OF THE DELTA BLUES TO A 12-SONG CELEBRATION OF ITS RICH HISTORY Shore Fire Media · 91d ago
- Morgan Freeman brings lifelong love of the Delta blues to 12-song celebration The Music Universe · 91d ago
- Morgan Freeman Announces Blues Album and Releases First Single: 'I Hope People Listen and Remember' People.com · 91d ago
- Morgan Freeman, 89, Announces Debut Blues Album 'Morgan Freeman's Symphonic Blues Experience' Yahoo · 91d ago
- Morgan Freeman Wants to Show You the Blues The Hollywood Reporter · 91d ago
- Morgan Freeman Recorded a Blues Record With Taj Mahal, Keb' Mo', and Shemekia Copeland Rolling Stone · 91d ago
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