49 Winchester Reveals New Dave Cobb-Produced Album “Change Of Plans”
We don’t seem to be able to agree on much these days in these United States. But anyone who’s heard 49 Winchester tends to agree these Virginia boys are one of the best things going in music, taking country and Appalachian influences, and then bolstering them with frontman Isaac Gibson’s incredibly soulful voice. That’s why there a tingle of anticipation in the air as they have just released a new song, and announced that a new album is on the way.
It’s hard to believe this will be #6 for the 6-piece band when Change of Plans is released on May 15th. But this one might be the most important release of their entire career. Partnering with new label MCA while also still working with their previous independent label New West, Change of Plans will officially be the band’s major label debut. It was also executive produced by Dave Cobb, who oversaw recording sessions at his studio in Savannah, GA.
“It was an incredible honor to work with, for the first time, the great Dave Cobb and his crew to capture these sounds and stories while touring the world these past few years,” the band says. “Special thanks also to the legend Nick Farrow for bringing all the elements of this journey together into one epic landscape of art and package!”
After the release of Change of Plans, the band will then be exclusively singed to MCA. Along with Isaac Gibson, 49 Winchester features Bus Shelton on lead guitar, Chase Chafin on bass, Noah Patrick on pedal steel, Tim Hall on keys, and drummer Justin Louthian.
Ahead of the new album, 49 Winchester has released the song “Pardon Me.” Any ambiguity left from the lyrics and what the song might be about is cleared up by the video (see below). Really, it doesn’t matter what Isaac Gibson sings. He has a way of getting you to buy into all of it.
The new 10-song album will also include the band’s cover of Black Sabbath’s “Changes.” The song started out to simply be a tribute to Ozzy Osborne, but has taken on a life of its own from the treatment the Virginia boys put on it. You can see the full track list below. The album will be available in seven different color variants on vinyl, as well as CD and cassette.
Physical copies are now available for pre-order, as well as pre-save through streaming services.
TRACK LIST:
1. The Window
2. Bluebird
3. Changes
4. All Around Me
5. Slowly
6. All Over Again
7. Oh Savannah
8. Bringin’ Home The Bacon
9. Pardon Me
10. Heavy Chevy
February 6, 2026 @ 10:38 pm
They are opening for Tim McGraw this summer.
February 8, 2026 @ 7:31 pm
I am going to the Alpine Valley, WI show and will leave after 49 Winchester plays. Grass seats for $10 can make that happen. And get out of the parking lot in less than 90 minutes to boot. Will be my sixth time seeing them, wish it wasn’t at a big Amphitheatre though.
February 7, 2026 @ 12:07 am
Dave Cobb has also produced the Oak Ridge Boys for the last 15-plus years–some half a dozen albums going back to 2009.
So, I thought this is as good a place as any to mention that Richard Sterban, who’s been on furlough with pancreatic cancer since last May, made a reappearance for two shows at the Opry last week–and sang on Elvira, of course.
Not clear if he’ll be making future road appearances. The Oaks’ “farewell tour” may be reaching the end, now that it’s in its third year. It would be great if Richard is healthy and strong enough to be with the group for some of the remaining shows and the finale, wherever that will be.
https://oakridgeboys.com/news/richard-sterban-returns-to-the-stage-for-opry-appearances/
“Richard…coming out to sing with us on ‘Elvira’ was a soul-stirring experience for me,” says lead singer, Duane Allen. “I am reading thousands of comments from those of you who felt the same way. Having Richard on stage with us again was one of God’s greatest blessings.”
February 7, 2026 @ 7:06 am
I’m here for it. We just got our tickets for the 49 Winchester show in April. The Jack Wharff Band who also dropped a couple singles ahead of an EP release Friday are the openers (a band still searching for its sound, but fun in concert).
Like liza mentioned, 49 Winchester is opening up for Tim McGraw on most of his summer tour dates. 3 dates include stadium performance with the Dixie Chicks and Lady Antebellum (ironically both had name changes). This great exposure for 49 Winchester.
February 7, 2026 @ 7:17 am
Trig- what was ambiguous about the lyrics? I blew up the cake and it says “welcome neighbor.” Is it just moving on from being an independent to a major?
February 7, 2026 @ 8:32 am
I thought it was about ending a relationship and starting a new one. The credits at the end that mention the “ex” seemed to establish that. But maybe I’m wrong. I just had a little trouble figuring out exactly what they lyrics were about, but sometimes I can be dense about such things.
February 7, 2026 @ 2:46 pm
I listened to this song the other say, i should like it more than i do but for some reason this bands appeal just alludes me but thats ok.
February 8, 2026 @ 2:55 am
I have enjoyed their last 2 albums and have been fortunate enough to see them in concert a few times in the last couple of years. I look forward to their new album.
February 8, 2026 @ 11:29 am
i didn’t say the cover looks like a Grateful Deads, you did!
can’t wait.
February 10, 2026 @ 1:30 pm
It sure is an honor to have listen to this band over the years and watch them grow. I don’t really have anything poignant to say here except I can’t wait for the album to come out. 49 Winchester is the real deal.