Eric Church released a live track and announced a new album, concert film, and 2026 tour with rotating guests.

Eric Church launched 2026 with the release of the live track “Give Me Back My Hometown” from his 19-track album *Evangeline vs. The Machine Comes Alive*, recorded during two sold-out shows in May 2025 at Nashville’s The Pinnacle. The album, set for release on February 13, features reimagined versions of songs from his 2025 album and career-spanning hits, performed with a large ensemble including a six-piece band, horns, strings, choir, and vocalist Joanna Cotten. The accompanying IMAX concert film premieres February 11 and 14. Church also began his 2026 *Free the Machine Tour* in Washington, D.C., with rotating special guests including Caylee Hammack, Ella Langley, 49 Winchester, Stephen Wilson Jr., Kashus Culpepper, and Ashley McBryde, continuing through March across the U.S. and Canada.