<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/blake-shelton-tickets/artist/807367">Blake Shelton is back</a>, and he’s bringing fresh music with him. After nearly four years, the country superstar is set to release <em>For Recreational Use Only</em> on <strong>May 9</strong>, marking his highly anticipated debut under BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The album is available now for <a href="https://blakeshelton.lnk.to/ForRecreationalUseOnly"><strong>pre-order, pre-save, and pre-add</strong>.</a></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">New Music: <em>Texas</em> &; <em>Let Him In Anyway</em></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Leading the charge for the album is Shelton’s rollicking <strong>Top 10 hit single</strong>, <em>Texas</em>, a song that has already made waves at country radio. And today, fans get another taste of the album with the release of <em>Let Him In Anyway</em>, a gripping ballad about redemption and divine forgiveness. Co-written by <a title="Hardy" href="https://stubhub.prf.hn/click/camref:1100ljXyr/pubref:WPSHardy/ar:CMNBAutoLink/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fhardy-tickets%2F">Hardy</a>, the song resonated deeply with Shelton. <em>“It’s one of the most powerful songs I’ve ever had the chance to record,”</em> he shares. <em>“When I first listened to it, I knew it was something special.”</em></p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What to Expect from <em>For Recreational Use Only</em></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The 12-track collection promises a mix of life’s highs and lows, featuring heartfelt storytelling, raw emotion, and unforgettable melodies. Fans can also look forward to <strong>guest appearances</strong> from <strong>Gwen Stefani, John Anderson, and <a title="Craig Morgan" href="https://countrymusicontour.com/craig-morgan-concert-tour-tickets/">Craig Morgan</a></strong>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><em>For Recreational Use Only ;</em></strong><strong>Tracklist</strong>:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">1. ;<strong>Stay Country or Die Tryin’</strong> ;&#8211; (Drew Parker, Graham Barham, Sam Ellis, Beau Bailey)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">2. ;<strong>Texas ;</strong>&#8211; (Johnny Clawson, Kyle Sturrock, Josh Dorr, Lalo Guzman) ;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">3. ;<strong>Hangin’ On (feat. Gwen Stefani)</strong> ;&#8211; (Sam Ellis, Charles Kelley, Greylan James)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">4. ;<strong>Strangers ;</strong>&#8211; ; (Michael <a title="Hardy" href="https://stubhub.prf.hn/click/camref:1100ljXyr/pubref:WPSHardy/ar:CMNBAutoLink/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fhardy-tickets%2F">Hardy</a>, Zach Crowell, Jameson Rodgers)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">5. ;<strong>Let Him In Anyway</strong> ;&#8211; (Michael <a title="Hardy" href="https://stubhub.prf.hn/click/camref:1100ljXyr/pubref:WPSHardy/ar:CMNBAutoLink/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fhardy-tickets%2F">Hardy</a>, Zach Abend, Kyle Clark, Carson Wallace)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">6.<strong> ;Heaven Sweet Home (feat. <a title="Craig Morgan" href="https://countrymusicontour.com/craig-morgan-concert-tour-tickets/">Craig Morgan</a>)</strong> ;&#8211; ; (Chris Tompkins, Sarah Buxton, Jake Rose)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">7. ;<strong>Life’s Been Comin’ Too Fast</strong> ;&#8211; (Craig Wiseman, David Lee Murphy, Lindsay Rimes)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">8. ;<strong>Don’t Mississippi</strong> ;&#8211; (Shane McAnally, Ross Copperman, Ben Hayslip, Josh Osborne)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">9. ;<strong>All of My Love</strong> ;&#8211; (Colton Swon, Zach Swon)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">10. ;<strong>Cold Can</strong> ;&#8211; (Bobby Pinson, Josh Osborne, Andrew DeRoberts)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">11. ;<strong>The Keys</strong> ;&#8211; (Jay Brunswick, Brock Berryhill, Bobby Pinson)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">12. ;<strong>Years (feat. John Anderson)</strong> ;&#8211; (Pat McLaughlin, John Anderson, David Ferguson, Daniel Auerbach)</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friends &; Heroes Tour</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Shelton isn’t just dropping an album—he’s also on the road with his <strong>sold-out Friends &; Heroes Tour</strong>, alongside <strong><a title="Craig Morgan" href="https://countrymusicontour.com/craig-morgan-concert-tour-tickets/">Craig Morgan</a>, Deana Carter, <a title="Trace Adkins" href="https://stubhub.prf.hn/click/camref:1100ljXyr/pubref:WPSTAdkins/ar:CMNBAutoLink/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Ftrace-adkins-tickets%2F">Trace Adkins</a>, and Emily Ann Roberts</strong>. The tour isn’t just a concert; it’s a celebration of country music history, uniting legends and rising stars for an unforgettable night.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">With <em>For Recreational Use Only</em>, <a title="Blake Shelton" href="https://stubhub.prf.hn/click/camref:1100ljXyr/pubref:WPSBlakeS/ar:CMNBAutoLink/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fblake-shelton-tickets%2F">Blake Shelton</a> reminds us why he remains one of the most compelling voices in country music. <strong><a href="https://blakeshelton.lnk.to/ForRecreationalUseOnly">Pre-save the album now and get ready for its release on May 9!</a></strong></p>