Zach Bryan releases Young Manhood EP with Lana Del Rey duet 'Lies'
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Zach Bryan's eight-song EP Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs, led by the Lana Del Rey duet Lies, came out on October 16, 2026, ahead of a 2027 stadium tour.
What Happened
American singer-songwriter Zach Bryan released Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs, an eight-song EP, through Warner Records on Friday, October 16, 2026. The set is led by "Lies", a duet with Lana Del Rey, and also features the country band Turnpike Troubadours on "Plainsman". The release comes two days after Bryan announced a 2027 stadium tour of the same name: 23 shows at 19 stadiums in North America and Australia, opening on April 28 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, with John Fogerty and Ryan Bingham among the support acts on selected dates.
Key Facts
- Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs came out on October 16, 2026, on Warner Records.
- The EP has eight songs, including "Lies" with Lana Del Rey and "Plainsman" with Turnpike Troubadours.
- Other tracks are "Lodi When", "Robot Killed the Working Man", "Dog Days", "Backwards", "Is the Blue Tangled in You?" and "You'll Get By".
- Bryan has said "Dog Days" is a solo song, ending speculation that it was a collaboration.
- The 2027 tour has 23 dates at 19 stadiums, starting April 28 in Minneapolis and ending with an Australian leg in December.
- The artist pre-sale for tour tickets opens on Wednesday, October 21, at 10 am local time, with local pre-sales on October 22.
- Some reports say Bryan will also publish a memoir under the same title; no publication details have been confirmed.
Why It Matters
Bryan is one of the biggest names in American music, and he has grown into a stadium headliner. His records sit between country, folk and rock, and he has become a central figure in the wave of rootsy, guitar-led music that has pulled younger listeners towards country in recent years. Any new release from him is closely followed, which is why the EP's title and his name were among the top searches in the United States as it arrived.
The pairing with Lana Del Rey is the headline for many fans. A duet with Bryan brings together two artists with very large and quite different followings. Early coverage describes "Lies" as a delicate, slow duet rather than a radio-style crossover song. The appearance of Turnpike Troubadours on "Plainsman" adds a well-known country band to the set.
The tour shows how far his reach now extends. Playing 19 stadiums, including two nights each in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, puts him among a small group of artists who can fill venues of that size on two continents. Bringing John Fogerty, the voice of Creedence Clearwater Revival, as an opener on selected dates links Bryan to the classic American rock that his songwriting often draws on. The promoter is AEG Presents.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Release | Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs (EP) |
| Date and label | October 16, 2026, Warner Records |
| Lead single | "Lies" featuring Lana Del Rey |
| Tour | 23 dates, 19 stadiums, from April 28, 2027 |
| Ticket pre-sale | October 21, 2026, 10 am local time |
Impact
Short-term: The EP is likely to dominate streaming charts in the United States this weekend, and the duet could introduce each artist to the other's fans. Demand for tour tickets will be tested when the pre-sale opens on October 21.
Long-term: A 2027 stadium run across North America and Australia strengthens Bryan's position as one of the few artists from the country and folk world who can play stadiums internationally. It may also encourage more cross-genre pairings like the one with Del Rey.
Who is affected: Bryan's fans in the United States and Australia, including those planning to buy tour tickets; Lana Del Rey's listeners; stadium cities on the tour route; and listeners around the world, including in India, who follow American country and folk music on streaming services.
Key Takeaway
Zach Bryan's eight-song EP Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs, led by the Lana Del Rey duet "Lies", came out on October 16, 2026, ahead of a 23-date stadium tour of the same name in 2027.
Questions and Answers
What is Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs?
Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs is an eight-song EP by Zach Bryan, released on October 16, 2026, by Warner Records. It is also the name of his 2027 stadium tour.
Which song features Lana Del Rey?
Lana Del Rey sings with Zach Bryan on "Lies", the lead track of the new EP. The band Turnpike Troubadours appears on another song, "Plainsman".
When does Zach Bryan's 2027 tour start?
The tour opens on April 28, 2027, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. It has 23 dates at 19 stadiums in North America and Australia, with the Australian shows in December.
When do tour tickets go on sale?
An artist pre-sale opens on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 10 am local time, followed by local pre-sales on Thursday, October 22.
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