Music legends Bruce Hornsby and Bonnie Raitt have officially reignited their creative spark. On March 4, 2026, Hornsby released “Ecstatic,” a vibrant new single featuring Raitt’s unmistakable harmonies. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in a professional relationship that has spanned over three decades, bringing together two of the most respected voices in American music.
A Legacy of Collaboration: From “I Can’t Make You Love Me” to “Ecstatic”
The bond between Hornsby and Raitt is deep-rooted. Fans will remember Hornsby’s iconic piano work on Raitt’s 1991 classic “I Can’t Make You Love Me,” while Raitt contributed vocals to Hornsby’s 1993 album Harbor Lights.
With “Ecstatic,” the duo explores new sonic territory. Described as “crystalline and electronic,” the track moves away from Hornsby’s traditional acoustic piano sound. Interestingly, the song’s energy was inspired by Hornsby’s days watching his children play AAU basketball, incorporating the rhythmic call-and-response chants often heard from the sidelines.
Inside the New Album: Indigo Park
“Ecstatic” serves as the second single from Hornsby’s upcoming album, Indigo Park, scheduled for release on April 3, 2026. At 70 years old, Hornsby describes the project as “an old bastard looking back,” reflecting a grace-filled journey of aging and artistic evolution.
The album is packed with heavyweight talent, including:
• Ezra Koenig (Vampire Weekend)
• Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)
• Blake Mills (Guitarist/Producer)
• Pino Palladino (Bassist)
• Lyrics by the late Robert Hunter
Indigo Park: The Complete Album Tracklist
Releasing April 3, 2026, via Zappo Productions/Thirty Tigers, Indigo Park is a 10-track journey through what Hornsby calls “an old bastard looking back.” The album features an elite roster of collaborators and two songs co-written with the late Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter.
The Official Indigo Park Tracklist:
- Indigo Park
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Memory Palace (feat. Ezra Koenig)
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Entropy Here (Rust In Peace)
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Silhouette Shadows
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Ecstatic (feat. Bonnie Raitt)
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Alabama (lyrics by Robert Hunter)
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North Dakota Slate Roof
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Sliver of Time
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Might As Well Be Me, Florinda (with Bob Weir & feat. Blake Mills)
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Take a Light Strain
2026 Indigo Park U.S. Tour Schedule
Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers are hitting the road this spring and summer. The tour covers a mix of legendary theaters and major music festivals.
Spring Dates:
• April 9: Taft Theatre – Cincinnati, OH
• April 11: Brown Theatre – Louisville, KY
• April 12: CMA Theater – Nashville, TN
• April 14: Bijou Theatre – Knoxville, TN
• April 15: The Ramkat – Winston-Salem, NC
• April 17: Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater – Peachtree City, GA
• April 19: High Water Music Festival – North Charleston, SC
• April 21: Ponte Vedra Concert Hall – Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
• April 23: The Lyric Theatre – Birmingham, AL
• April 25: New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival – New Orleans, LA
Summer Dates:
• June 2: Cascade Theatre – Redding, CA
• June 4: Revolution Hall – Portland, OR
• June 5: Neptune Theatre – Seattle, WA
• June 7: Holly Theatre – Medford, OR
• June 8: Harris Center – Stage One – Folsom, CA
• June 10: Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center – San Ramon, CA
• June 11: Palace of Fine Arts Theatre – San Francisco, CA
• June 13: Golden State Theatre – Monterey, CA
• June 16–17: The Troubadour – Los Angeles, CA
• June 18: Libbey Bowl – Ojai, CA
• June 20: Virginia G. Piper Theatre – Scottsdale, AZ
• June 21: Dos Lagos Amphitheater – Corona, CA
• July 25: Great South Bay Music Festival – Patchogue, NY
• July 27: Ocean City Music Pier – Ocean City, NJ
Tickets are currently on sale, and given the rare nature of this album’s collaborative spirit, they are expected to move quickly. Whether you are a lifelong fan of the “Range” era or a newcomer to Hornsby’s electronic evolution, the Indigo Park era promises to be a masterclass in musical maturity.
