Everything We Know About Kip Moore’s New Album ‘Reason To Believe’

Kip Moore is gearing up to release Reason To Believe, his second full-length album in two years, arriving May 29.

Staying true to his promise to fans to deliver more new music than ever before, the upcoming 13-track project features songs co-written by the Georgia native himself.

As anticipation builds ahead of the release, here’s everything we know about Reason To Believe.

The Album Was Inspired In Part by the Passing of His Mentor Brett James 

James, a highly respected songwriter, tragically passed away in a plane crash last year. His loss hit Kip Moore deeply, as James was not only a longtime collaborator but also a mentor and key supporter throughout his career.

On the record, Moore leans into themes of grief, faith, and the weight of time, capturing the perspective of a man who’s slowed down long enough to truly reflect and take everything in. He even named the project after a song James had always loved, which Moore originally wrote years ago with longtime collaborators Dan Couch and Scott Stepakoff.

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The Album is Very Personal 

 “I felt like I was describing more of who I am as a human. This album is my daily thoughts. In here,” he said, while tapping his chest. “It’s an ‘in here’ kind of thing.

Moore Co-Produced with Andrew DeRoberts  

Moore co-produced the entire album with Andrew DeRoberts, marking the first time he’s worked with the acclaimed producer. DeRoberts introduced a different sonic approach than Moore had leaned into before, favoring “space over volume,” which opened up a new creative direction for the project.

The Lead Single Is Out Now 

“Levee” serves as the lead single and delivers a punch with its guitar-heavy production while showcasing Moore’s signature gritty vocals. The track also features guest vocals from Hillary Lindsey, who additionally co-wrote another song on the upcoming LP.

He’s Taking The Project On Tour 

Moore is set to take Reason To Believe on the road this year with his upcoming Reason To Believe World Tour, headlining stadiums and arenas across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, the U.S., and the U.K. He’ll also return to South Africa, where he’s helped open the door for country music in the region, performing for crowds of more than 40,000 fans.

Before launching the full tour, Moore will also hit the road for a run of shows with Cody Johnson over the next couple of months, followed by another co-headlining tour with Billy Currington.

Reason To Believe Track List

1. Levee (Kip Moore, Luke Preston, Hank Born)

2. Get What Ya Give (Kip Moore, Luke Preston)

3. The Darkness (Kip Moore, Andrew DeRoberts, Luke Preston)

4. Heartbreaker (Kip Moore, Jaren Johnston, Casey Beathard) 

5. Headlights (Kip Moore, Andrew DeRoberts) 

6. You & Me (Kip Moore, Andrew DeRoberts, Hillary Lindsey)

7. Faith In The Wind (Kip Moore, Andrew DeRoberts, Luke Preston)

8. Reason To Believe (Kip Moore, Dan Couch, Scott Stepakoff) 

9. Lonely Tonight (Kip Moore, Casey Beathard) 

10. Long Time Coming (Kip Moore, Andrew DeRoberts, Luke Preston) 

11. Wild Things Like You (Kip Moore, Dan Couch) 

12. Sober (Kip Moore, Manny Medina, Dave Nassie, Erich Wigdahl, Hank Born, Will Lynde)

13. Josephine (Kip Moore, Manny Medina, Dave Nassie, Erich Wigdahl, Hank Born, Will Lynde)