Alternative country releases, week 44

This week in alternative country, new releases and retrospectives highlight a blend of introspective songwriting and genre-evolving projects. Jim James shares insights from his life in a forthcoming memoir, while Josh Rouse previews his latest album Museums and Women, accompanied by a track-by-track breakdown. Meanwhile, a tribute EP features MJ Lenderman and others reinterpreting Lambchop, and Chatham County Line prepares for their 11th studio release. The genre’s enduring influence is also reflected in anniversary tributes to Mazzy Star and She & Him.

1. 01

   Jim James, My Morning Jacket

   Jim James Announces Memoir

   Oct 28 · 4 outlets

2. 02

   Lambchop, MJ Lenderman, Lauren Auder, more eaze

   MJ Lenderman and others cover Lambchop on new EP Demoed

   Oct 28 · 4 outlets

3. 03

   Josh Rouse, Paul Simon

   Josh Rouse announces Museums and Women

   Nov 1 · 1 outlet

4. 04

   Mylène Farmer, Strawberry Guy, Julia Jacklin

   Le Jukebox d’octobre 2026: Mylène Farmer, Strawberry Guy, Julia Jacklin…

   Oct 30 · 1 outlet

5. 05

   Hayden

   Hayden “The Recent Past”

   Oct 30 · 1 outlet

6. 06

   Chatham County Line

   Chatham County Line to release 11th album in early 2027

   Oct 29 · 1 outlet

7. 07

   Mazzy Star

   Mazzy Star Released “Among My Swan” 30 Years Ago Today

   Oct 29 · 1 outlet

8. 08

   Zach Bryan

   Zach Bryan’s ‘Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs’ Debuts Atop Three Album Charts

   Oct 29 · 1 outlet

9. 09

   She & Him

   She & Him Released “Christmas Party” 10 Years Ago Today

   Oct 28 · 1 outlet

10. 10

    Kacey Musgraves

    SPILL NEW MUSIC: KACEY MUSGRAVES ANNOUNCES ‘MIDDLE OF NOWHERE VOL. 2: TEX MEX TAPES’ ARRIVING JANUARY 15

    Oct 27 · 1 outlet

11. 11

    Tate McRae, Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Zach Bryan, Lana Del Rey

    Which of This Week’s Big Chart Debuts — From Tate McRae, Olivia Rodrigo & Chappell Roan and Zach Bryan & Lana Del Rey — Will Stick Around Longest?

    Oct 27 · 1 outlet

12. 12

    Josh Rouse

    MAGNET Exclusive: Josh Rouse Goes Track By Track On “Museums And Women”

    Oct 26 · 1 outlet

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