Wynonna Judd revealed that she will release an album this year featuring only songs she co‑wrote, a first in her three‑decade carer. Produced by Candi Carpenter (known as Moser), the record includes guest appearances from Patterson Hood, The War and Treaty, and Iron & Wine, and will be supported by a summer tour alongside Melissa Etheridge.

Wynonna Judd's First Fully Co‑Written Album Set for Late 2024

The upcoming record marks the singer’s inaugural project where every track is co‑written, a shift from her long‑standing role as an interpreter of others’ material. According to the announcement,the album is slated for release later this year, though a specific launch date has not been disclosed.

Collaborators Like Patterson Hood and The War & Treaty Expand Genre Palette

Among the featured contributors are Drive‑By Truckers frontman Patterson Hood, gospel‑soul duo The War and Treaty, and folk‑indie act Iron & Wine (Sam Beam). Their diverse backgrounds suggest a record that blurs traditional country lines, weaving Southern rock, gospel, and indie folk into Wynonna’s powerful vocals. The source notes that these collaborations signal a “creative evolution” for the veteran artist .

Lead Single "Kentucky Queen" Signals Personal Anthem

The lead single, titled “Kentucky Queen,” was co‑written by Wynonna, producer Moser, Sarah Siskind, and Justin Weaver. In the track, she sings about turning hardship into triumph while paying homage to her home state, offering a glimpse of the album’s honest, emotionally raw tone.

Summer Co‑Headlining Tour with Melissa Etheridge Targets Kentucky Fans

Wynonna will join Melissa Etheridge on a co‑headlining summer tour, including a mini‑run of shows in Kentucky and a performance in her hometown of Ashland. The tour is expected to showcase the new material live, giving fans an early taste of the album’s direction.

When Will the Full Album Drop?

The announcement leaves the exact release date ambiguous, and no further details about the tracklist have been released. additionally, while the tour dates are confirmed, the setlist composition remains unverified, and it is unclear how many of the new songs will debut before the album’s official launch.