Alan Sparhawk is releasing two enthralling new songs, “JCMF” and “No More Darkness.” Both tracks were written, composed, and produced at 20 Below Studio in Duluth, MN, with Nat Harvie mixing. They feature Sparhawk on Guitar/Vocals, Eric Pollard on Drums and Sparhawk’s son, Cyrus Sparhawk, on Bass. 

Sparhawk shares about both singles:

“JCMF”: This is a song I’ve had for a few years, but couldn’t find the right way to play or record it. We started playing it last year in the Alan Sparhawk Solo Band, on tour, and with each month, the sentiment of the song only increased. I feel like the song has become a rebuke against the fascist/authoritarian streak that several world leaders have taken on and to the people who have been blinded into supporting them. 

“No More Darkness”: Inspired by a David Lynch quote (“Don’t fight the darkness. Don’t even worry about the darkness. Turn on the light and the darkness goes. Turn up the light of pure consciousness. Negativity goes.”) This song reminds me to choose light in especially dark times. We were ending our set with this tune all year, and it is my wish for everyone, especially those who feel alone.

Sparhawk will be donating a portion of his royalties from these songs to the International Institute of Minnesota. Also announced is the 2026 touring in support of his 2025 album, With Trampled by Turtles. See below for a full list of shows. 

Sat. Feb 21 – Red Wing, MN – Big Turn Music Festival
Sun. Mar. 29 – Knoxville, TN – Big Ears Music Festival (w/ Trampled by Turtles)
Sun. May 03 – Krems an der Donau, Austria – donaufestival
Mon. May 04 –  Prague, Czechia – Cultural House Krakov
Wed. May 06 – Kortrijk, Belgium – Wilde Western