Luke Combs sets March date for new album The Way I Am, drops new single Sleepless in a Hotel Room

January 8, 2026 – Radio 854 Music News:

Country music superstar Luke Combs has just announced the release date for his highly anticipated new album The Way I Am, set to drop on March 20, 2026 via Sony Music Nashville and Seven Ridges Records. The news comes alongside the release of his brand-new single “Sleepless in a Hotel Room”, giving fans an early taste of what’s to come.

The upcoming record marks Combs’ sixth studio album and follows his 2024 project Fathers & Sons. Featuring 22 tracks, the collection blends heart-on-the-sleeve storytelling with the signature country sound fans have come to love. It includes previously released songs such as My Kinda Saturday Night, Days Like These, 15 Minutes, Giving Her Away and Back in the Saddle, as well as the freshly unveiled Sleepless in a Hotel Room.

“Sleepless in a Hotel Room”—co-written by Combs with Randy Montana and Jonathan Singleton—is now available on all major streaming platforms. The track captures a raw emotional moment of longing and reflection, showcasing Combs’ storytelling prowess and resonant vocals.

Reflecting on the new project, Combs shared how proud he is of the music and the journey behind it:

“It’s been a long process getting this thing going, but I’m really proud of this record. I’ve loved the song ‘Sleepless in a Hotel Room’ for a long time and it’s been awesome to see how excited the fans are for that one as well.”

The album announcement caps off months of fan speculation and excitement that began with a mysterious countdown on the singer’s official site. With a full tracklist still to be revealed, anticipation continues to build for one of country music’s biggest releases in 2026.

In addition to the album, Combs is gearing up for his My Kinda Saturday Night Tour, which kicks off on March 21, 2026, the day after the album’s release. The extensive stadium tour will span the U.S., U.K. and Europe with multiple high-profile stops, bringing Combs and his new music to fans around the world.

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