Johnny Blue Skies

On the eve of the release of his 2021 album "The Ballad Of Dood & Juanita", Sturgill Simpson shared that his 5th studio album would be his final entry under his own name, planning to retire his birth given title after the project’s arrival. After 3 long years, the artist has returned, stepping into the spotlight once more with the fresh new moniker Johnny Blue Skies and plotting a return to the road.

Simpson, as Johnny Blue Skies, has officially announced "Passage Du Desir", the artist’s 1st full length offering by his new name. Set to release on July 12th, 2024, via the country star’s independent label High Top Mountain Records, this record represents the 1st page in a new chapter full of potential, the details of which will come to light as the release date approaches.

"Passage Du Desir" is produced by Johnny Blue Skies and David Ferguson, the storied Nashville recording engineer who delivered such staples as Johnny Cash’s "American" series and key entries from Townes Van Zandt, John Prine, Joe Strummer and 3 titles from Simpson. It was recorded in the hallowed halls of Clement House Recording Studio in Nashville, TN, and Abbey Road Studios in London.