The Commoners have released new single ‘Lost in the Highlights’, the third track to be taken from their forthcoming third studio album, due in 2027.
Mixed by Kevin Shirley, whose credits include The Black Crowes, Joanne Shaw Taylor and Joe Bonamassa, the new song follows previous singles ‘Just Watch Me’ and ‘Runnin’ Blind’. The Canadian roots-rock band will bring the new material to the UK next month for a 12-date tour with special guest Spencer Mackenzie.
Frontman Chris Medhurst says ‘Lost in the Highlights’ reflects the pressures that come with a band constantly moving forward, particularly when touring and chasing the next milestone can make it difficult to stay grounded.
Staying grounded in the rush
“‘Lost in the Highlights’ captures the battle to stay grounded when life’s noise and momentum are racing ahead faster than you can process,” says Medhurst. “When you’re constantly on the road, charging towards the next milestone, it’s easy to be swept up in the rush, the gloss and the excitement, and lose sight of what keeps you anchored.”
That tension became central to the song, with The Commoners looking to capture both the excitement of their current momentum and the less certain side of constantly pushing ahead. Musically, they wanted the track to carry plenty of swagger and rock and roll weight while the lyrics deal with the uneasy feeling of moving forward without always being able to see clearly what lies ahead.
“It sets a bold statement for the upcoming third studio album,” adds Medhurst.
Kevin Shirley returns to the mix
Lead guitarist Ross Hayes Citrullo says reconnecting with Kevin Shirley helped give the track the scale and live energy the band were looking for. Shirley’s approach has long centred on capturing the impact of musicians playing together, something that fits naturally with The Commoners’ twin-guitar, Hammond organ and rhythm-heavy sound.
“Kevin’s mixes have this incredible ability to convey the raw energy of a live band while giving it that massive, larger-than-life rock and roll production,” says Citrullo. “He understands the heart of Southern Rock and knows exactly how to make two guitars, a Hammond organ, a heavy rhythm section, and soaring vocals hit you right in the chest.”
‘Lost in the Highlights’ offers another indication of where The Commoners are heading with their third album, following a run of releases that has continued to push their roots-rock sound towards a heavier and more expansive direction.
UK tour starts in Hastings
The Commoners begin their 12-date ‘Runnin’ Blind’ UK tour at The Carlisle in Hastings on 12 November, with Spencer Mackenzie joining as special guest. The run then heads through Bristol, Plymouth, Birmingham, Norwich, Leeds and London before continuing to Kent, Nottingham, Newcastle and Troon.
The tour closes at Band on the Wall in Manchester on 27 November, while the Troon date forms part of the WinterStorm Festival. The shows will give UK audiences the chance to hear the latest material alongside established favourites from the band’s catalogue.
The Commoners UK tour 2026
12 November – The Carlisle, Hastings
13 November – The Exchange, Bristol
14 November – Junction, Plymouth
15 November – Castle & Falcon, Birmingham
17 November – Waterfront, Norwich
18 November – Wardrobe, Leeds
20 November – Dingwalls, London
21 November – The Centre, Birchington
22 November – Rescue Rooms, Nottingham
25 November – Anarchy Brew, Newcastle
26 November – WinterStorm Festival, Troon
27 November – Band on the Wall, Manchester
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‘Lost in the Highlights’ is out now on all major streaming platforms, with an official music video also available. The Commoners’ third studio album will follow in 2027.
