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The Black Crowes have released a Spotify playlist titled ‘Feathers and Lead’ that highlights the songs and artists that inspired their recently released album ‘A Pound of Feathers’. The playlist includes tracks by The Yardbirds, Ike & Tina Turner, Howlin’ Wolf, Iggy Pop, and more, giving fans insight into the musical influences behind the new record.

Why it matters

The Black Crowes are one of the most influential rock bands of the last few decades, known for blending classic rock and blues influences. By sharing the playlist of songs that inspired their latest album, the band is providing fans with a deeper understanding of their creative process and the musical foundations that shape their sound.

The details

The Black Crowes’ new album ‘A Pound of Feathers’ is the follow-up to their 2023 release ‘Happiness Bastards’, which was their first new material since 2009. The ‘Feathers and Lead’ playlist includes songs by artists like The Yardbirds, Ike & Tina Turner, Howlin’ Wolf, Iggy Pop, Eddie Floyd, Bo Diddley, and Funkadelic – all of which the band says ‘inspired the writing, the feel and the freedom’ behind the new album.

The Black Crowes released their new album ‘A Pound of Feathers’ in 2026.The band will kick off ‘The Southern Hospitality’ tour with Whiskey Myers on May 17, 2026 in Austin, Texas.

The players

The Black Crowes

An American rock band known for their blend of classic rock and blues influences, formed in 1984.

Whiskey Myers

A country rock band that will be supporting The Black Crowes on their upcoming ‘The Southern Hospitality’ tour.

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What they’re saying

“The songs that shaped A Pound of Feathers.”

— The Black Crowes

What’s next

The Black Crowes will tour Australia and Japan before kicking off ‘The Southern Hospitality’ tour with Whiskey Myers on May 17, 2026 in Austin, Texas.

The takeaway

By sharing the playlist of musical influences behind their new album, The Black Crowes are giving fans a deeper appreciation for the classic rock and blues roots that have shaped their iconic sound over the past four decades.