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musician · singer-songwriter · multi-instrumentalist · record producer

5 stories · latest Sep 18, 2026 · Music, TV & Film

Beck biography

Beck is an alternative rock innovator, multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and multi-Grammy winner who has built a celebrated discography across several decades. Recognized for his work in the alt-rock and acoustic folk-rock realms, he has released 15 studio albums throughout his career.

Seven years after the release of his album Hyperspace, Beck returned with his 15th studio project, Ride Lonesome. Self-producing the 12-track acoustic record, he reunited with an elite circle of trusted musical collaborators, including powerhouse studio drummer and percussionist Joey Waronker. Beck revealed that he had initially completed the project earlier but shelved and reworked it for two years due to personal self-doubt before feeling ready to release the material.

Ahead of the album's official launch, Beck previewed the effort with the moody single Disappearing Act. As he prepared for an upcoming tour launching at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, he addressed the availability of his studio lineup, noting that Waronker was unavailable for the live shows due to potential commitments drumming for Oasis.

  • Coverage of Beck centers on his creative return following a seven-year studio album hiatus, highlighting his personal openness regarding self-doubt during production.
  • Reporting also highlights his acoustic musical direction and the high-profile tour availability of his key collaborators.

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  1. Beck Drops Moody New Single 'Disappearing Act' Ahead Of First Album In 7 Years

    Aug 19, 2026

    Beck releases Disappearing Act as the lead single for his album Ride Lonesome.

    Beck Drops Moody New Single 'Disappearing Act' Ahead Of First Album In 7 Years
  2. Beck Admits He Delayed New Album ‘Ride Lonesome’ Out Of Self-Doubt

    Sep 15, 2026

    Beck opens up about shelving his acoustic project Ride Lonesome for two years due to self-doubt.

    Beck Admits He Delayed New Album ‘Ride Lonesome’ Out Of Self-Doubt
  3. Beck Hints Longtime Drummer Joey Waronker Is Touring With Oasis Again

    Sep 16, 2026

    Beck reveals his studio drummer Joey Waronker may be unavailable for his upcoming live shows due to drumming for Oasis.

    Beck Hints Longtime Drummer Joey Waronker Is Touring With Oasis Again
  4. Beck Drops New Album 'Ride Lonesome' After 7-Year Hiatus

    Sep 18, 2026

    Beck releases his 15th studio album, Ride Lonesome, after a seven-year hiatus.

    Beck Drops New Album 'Ride Lonesome' After 7-Year Hiatus

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Beck Drops New Album 'Ride Lonesome' After 7-Year Hiatus
Beck Hints Longtime Drummer Joey Waronker Is Touring With Oasis Again
Oasis Live ’25 tour.
Beck Admits He Delayed New Album ‘Ride Lonesome’ Out Of Self-Doubt
Beck performing on stage with an acoustic guitar
Beck Drops Moody New Single 'Disappearing Act' Ahead Of First Album In 7 Years

Beck: your questions

What is Beck's 15th studio album?

Beck's 15th studio album is titled Ride Lonesome, a 12-track self-produced record.

Why was Beck's album Ride Lonesome delayed?

Beck delayed the release of Ride Lonesome for two years while reworking the material out of self-doubt.

What was Beck's previous album before Ride Lonesome?

His previous studio effort was Hyperspace, released seven years prior.

Who is Beck's longtime studio drummer?

Joey Waronker is Beck's longtime studio drummer and percussionist.

Where does Beck's live tour launch?

Beck's live tour launches at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver.

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