Nashville’s favorite alt-folk duo, Judah & the Lion, have just dropped “Body & Soul,” the second track from the deluxe edition of their album The Process, set for release on September 5. This touching song explores deep themes of existential reflection, delving into the intricate relationship between our physical and emotional selves.
The band shared their thoughts on the release: “‘Body & Soul’ tackles the search for meaning, questioning our place in the universe and the significance of existence. It reflects on the importance of practicing patience and acceptance, highlighting how this union can unlock the power of the body and soul.”
The Process is deeply personal, drawing from lead singer Judah Akers’ experiences and struggles. It mirrors Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’ five stages of grief—Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance. With interludes punctuating each stage, the album offers a profoundly introspective and cathartic musical journey.
Judah & the Lion have also announced The Process Tour, which kicks off on October 4 at The Tulsa Theater in Tulsa. The 17-city tour will hit major stops like Denver, Boston, and Philadelphia before wrapping up in their hometown at the Nashville Municipal Auditorium on October 26.
Since their debut EP in 2012, Judah & the Lion have garnered widespread acclaim for their genre-bending music. They’ve earned Platinum/Gold certifications, amassed over a billion streams, and sold over 500 million tickets. Six of their singles have hit the Top 15 on Alternative radio, and they won an iHeart Music Award for Best New Alt Rock Band in 2018. The Process follows 2022’s Revival, which The Tennessean praised for its synths, catchy mandolin licks, and powerful vocals, elevating it beyond a typical indie-alternative pop album.
Judah & the Lion – The Process Tour – Fall 2024
Fri Oct 04 — Tulsa, OK — The Tulsa Theater
Sat Oct 05 — Kansas City, MO — Uptown Theater
Sun Oct 06 — Omaha, NE — Steelhouse Omaha
Tue Oct 08 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Union Event Center
Wed Oct 09 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium
Sat Oct 12 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave
Sun Oct 13 — Grand Rapids, MI — GLC Live at 20 Monroe
Tue Oct 15 — Columbus, OH — KEMBA Live!
Thu Oct 17 — Boston, MA — Citizens House of Blues
Fri Oct 18 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore Silver Spring
Sat Oct 19 — Philadelphia, PA — The Fillmore Philadelphia
Sun Oct 20 — Raleigh, NC — The Red Hat Amphitheater
Weds Oct 23 – Charleston, NC – The Refinery
Thu Oct 24 — Birmingham, AL — Avondale Brewing Company
Fri Oct 25 — Atlanta, GA — Coca-Cola Roxy
Sat Oct 26 — Nashville, TN — Nashville Municipal Auditorium
