The Afghan Whigs announce a new studio album, *Soft Control*, and release the single “Jungle Roux.” Multiple outlets report that the band also recently returned with earlier new material, including “House Of I,” released in March as their first original song in four years, followed by “Duvateen” in April. The band had then begun a 40th anniversary tour, according to reports. With the new album announcement, “Jungle Roux” is presented as the latest track from *Soft Control*. In addition to the album news, the band publicizes tour dates scheduled for 2026, which are described alongside the single release. Taken together, the coverage frames the announcement as part of the band’s ongoing rollout of new songs after a multi-year gap from releasing original material. No additional details about track listing or release timing beyond the album and single announcement are included in the provided excerpts.
Afghan Whigs announce 2026 tour and new album Soft Control
The Afghan Whigs announce a new studio album, *Soft Control*, and release the single “Jungle Roux.” Multiple outlets report that the band also recently returned with earlier new material, including “H...
- The Afghan Whigs announce their new album, *Soft Control*.
- They release the new single “Jungle Roux.”
- “House Of I” is reported as the band’s first new original song in four years, released in March.
- “Duvateen” is reported as another new track released in April.
- The band announces 2026 tour dates.
In recent months, the Afghan Whigs have been slinking back into the frame. March saw the release of “House Of I,” the Cincy-founded rock legends’ first new original song in four years. In April, they followed that up with another new track, “Duvateen,” just before heading out on their 40th anniversary tour. Now comes a… The post The Afghan Whigs Announce New Album <em>Soft Control</em>: Hear “Jungle Roux” appeared first on Stereogum.
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