Happiness Anytime

Leon Bridges is bringing joy to the world with new music. The progressive r'n'b singer will release a new album, "Happiness Anytime", September 25th, 2026, via Columbia Records.

The Fort Worth, Texas, native joined forces with J Lloyd Watson and Lydia Kitto of British trio Jungle to produce the 12 track collection. Even though the album won’t be out for another couple of months, Bridges isn’t letting that stop him from spreading positivity upfront. Along with this announcement, he has unlocked the album’s 1st 4 tracks. “Light The Way”, “Tears Of Joy", “Illusion” and “Your Love Is Electric”.

“For me, happiness is not a feeling that you chase”, Bridges says of "Happiness Anytime". “I want this album to be something that lingers with people and lingers in people’s bones. There’s this feeling that we have to fix the problems of the world, you feel inadequate or it can be debilitating. My role is to be light. I hope that comes across with this album”.

"Happiness Anytime" is said to have echoes of Fela Kuti, the wanderlust of Paul Simon’s "The Rhythm Of The Saints", and the warmth of Jorge Ben, all blended to create something that pushes Bridges into sonic territory without feeling too referential.

According to press materials, the album was created across 3 studio sessions with Lloyd Watson and Kitto after they kept crossing paths at various music festivals. “We’ve been such big fans of Leon”, Lloyd Watson says. “We were keen to hit it off”.

"Happiness Anytime" is the follow up to Bridges’ 2024 album, "Leon". The project debuted at # 5 on Billboard’s Top R'N'B' Albums chart. Of the latter album, Bridges shared, “It’s soulful music in the truest sense, it’s imbued with my soul. I’m excited to share these stories about my home, about nostalgia, about my upbringing, about where I’m from, with all of you. I hope this music brings you back to your roots and your journey”. Bridges supported his 4th album on 'The Leon Tour'.

Leon Bridges’ "Happiness Anytime" is available for preorder now. The album will be released digitally, as well as on CD, vinyl and cassette. The vinyl is available in fanta orange (signed) and white sand.