Jim James, frontman of My Morning Jacket, is releasing his first solo album in eight years and has announced a memoir, while the band continues to celebrate its legacy with tributes to Neil Young and the Grateful Dead, including collaborative covers and a series of concerts at the Fillmore. The band also signed a publishing deal with Peermusic, marking a new chapter in their ongoing career. Recent media coverage highlights James's reflections on sobriety, creative evolution, and the future of My Morning Jacket.