Futurebirds Announce 22-Track Double Album Produced by Brad Cook

Athens-based outfit Futurebirds are leaning into the surplus. The band has announced Far Out Country, a 22-track double album slated for a spring release. The project marks a reunion with producer Brad Cook—who steered their 2021 EP Bloomin’—and features a guest appearance from Katie Crutchfield (Waxahatchee). The lead singles, including the standout "Solstice," are out now.

Operating with three primary songwriters, Futurebirds are solving a supply-side problem with a volume play. While the industry is pivoting toward short-form "content" to satisfy TikTok’s appetite, the 15-year veterans are betting on the long-tail value of a sprawling, physical-media-friendly record.

The Wooster Take: This isn't just a creative dump; it’s a strategic play for the lucrative touring-and-merch middle class. By bringing Brad Cook back—the man currently holding the keys to the "Indie-Americana" sound for everyone from Bon Iver to Kevin Morby—Futurebirds are signaling they want a seat at the adult-contemporary head table. In an era of shrinking attention spans, 22 tracks is an aggressive way to capture 100% of a die-hard fan's mindshare.