Michael McDonald features on Keith Urban’s new original song “We Go Back,” released April 29, 2026, marking the only brand-new composition on Urban’s upcoming yacht rock album “Flow State.”
Quick Facts
- Song “We Go Back” released April 29, 2026, featuring Michael McDonald
- Only original track on Keith Urban’s “Flow State” album
- Album features yacht rock covers and releases June 12, 2026
- McDonald, legendary vocalist from Steely Dan and the Doobie Brothers, provides chorus and backing vocals
The collaboration brings together Urban’s country-guitar expertise with McDonald’s soulful vocal legacy. McDonald’s voice anchors the chorus and backing vocals, creating what sources describe as strong chemistry between the two artists.
“Flow State” represents Urban’s venture into yacht rock territory, a genre known for its smooth, laid-back aesthetic. The album pairs Urban’s renditions of classic yacht rock covers with this single original composition, blending his signature guitar work with the genre’s signature sound.
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The track has circulated across streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and iHeartRadio, with an official lyric video posted to Urban’s YouTube channel. Urban has performed the song live, including a first performance in Nashville on April 30, 2026.
Sources
- Google Knowledge Graph — confirmed song credits and featured artist information
- YouTube — official lyric video and performance details
- Everett Post — reporting that “We Go Back” is the album’s only original song and album release date
- Michael McDonald Official Website — confirmation of McDonald’s participation and release date
