Paul Weller announces new album ’66’ with introspective single ‘Soul Wandering’

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Paul Weller has shared details of an upcoming album, titled ‘66’. Check out the new single ‘Soul Wandering’ below.Announced today (February 23), the album marks the 17th solo album from the former frontman of The Jam and his 28th studio LP in total since launching his career back in 1977.As suggested in the title, the LP comes in light of his upcoming 66th trip around the sun, and is set to be released on May 24th – the day before his 66th birthday.With the album, Weller is set to take a more reflective approach than ever before, looking inward at his decisions and shedding light on the way that his creativity interacts with the wider world.

It is also set to see him continue to push artistic boundaries in his music, as well as hold on to his roots.The first teaser of the upcoming LP has also been shared by Weller in the form of the single ‘Soul Wandering’.With an unmistakable Bowie-feel throughout, the track comes with a chunky, percussive groove and introspective lyrics that see Weller ponder his place in the universe. “Soul wandering/ Still searching/ And I want to believe/ In something greater than me/ And I’m humbled by the majesty of the sea/ And the stars and your love,” he sings.According to a press release, ‘66’ will see the musician delve into topics including “faith, changing circumstances and the fractured realities of life in this turbulent age”, but at its core, boast a message of positivity and wisdom.Across the 12 songs, a number of collaborations have also been lined up, including Madness frontman Suggs, Bobby Gillespie and Noel Gallagher.