Article Contributed by Press Here Publicity
Published on November 25, 2025
GRAMMY® Award-winning vocalist, songwriter, guitar legend, producer, and Gov’t Mule front man Warren Haynes has announced a re-mixed and re-mastered version of his debut solo studio album, Tales of Ordinary Madness. Due out January 30th via Megaforce Records, the new, expanded 12-track album, featuring one bonus song not included on the original, was produced by Chuck Leavell and co-produced by Haynes, re-mixed by Jim Scott at Plyrz Studios, and re-mastered by Greg Calbi and Steve Fallone at Sterling Sound. PRESS HERE to pre-order. To tease the new 2026 edition, Haynes has issued the first single, the album’s fiery opener “Fire In the Kitchen” – PRESS HERE to listen.
Tales of Ordinary Madness was originally released in March 1993. Haynes introduced himself as a solo artist with an impressive collection of songs that perfectly balance his soulful songwriting and powerful guitar work, set against a diverse sound blending the many styles that have influenced him including rock, blues, and soul. Upon its release, Rolling Stone hailed it as “a powerful solo debut” and added, “Haynes reveals himself as an expressive songwriter equally adept at melodically exquisite Jimi Hendrix-influenced ballads and blasting rockers.” AllMusic called the album, “a refreshing change of pace” from his work with the Allman Brothers Band, which he was then a full-time member of, and noted, “The focus on Tales of Ordinary Madness is clearly on Haynes’ songwriting chops…[and] the most exceptional thing about Tales of Ordinary Madness is his vocal performance, the overall impact of which stays with the listener far longer than any particular song or hook.” AllMusic also declared at the time that Haynes “amply demonstrates why he is one of the most lauded straight-ahead rock lead guitarists of the ’90s,” a statement that has only further solidified over the last three decades as Haynes has since been ranked among the “Greatest Guitarists of All Time” by Rolling Stone.
In February, Haynes will embark on a rare, intimate solo tour. During the stripped-down, two-set shows, Warren and his guitar will explore all aspects of his incredible catalog – including songs from Gov’t Mule, his solo recordings, and the Allman Brothers Band – playing hits and rarities as well as a wide variety of music that has inspired and influenced his acclaimed career. The 11-date tour, traveling from February 12-26, includes two nights at the new Blue Note Los Angeles (February 17 & 18) with two shows per night. Following his solo outing, the Winter of Warren 2026 Tour will continue with a short run of Warren Haynes Band headlining dates from March 1-7. See below for all upcoming tour dates and details. Tickets and VIP packages for all shows are on sale now; visit https://warrenhaynes.net for more information and to purchase. New Warren Haynes holiday merch is also now available to gift yourself or your loved ones during this Winter of Warren. PRESS HERE to purchase.
Haynes recently released The Whisper Sessions, a stripped-down companion album to his 2024 solo release, Million Voices Whisper. Both albums, available via Fantasy Records, were produced by Haynes and feature Warren’s longtime ABB bandmate Derek Trucks on multiple tracks. Hailed as his best album yet, Million Voices Whisper – Haynes’ fourth solo album and first solo release in nearly a decade – is a searing collection of soulful blues-rock. On the opposite end of the spectrum, The Whisper Sessions is an intimate compilation that peels back the layers to spotlight Haynes’ soulful voice, masterful guitar work, and the heartfelt storytelling at the core of his music. PRESS HERE to listen to Million Voices Whisper, PRESS HERE for the deluxe version, and PRESS HERE to listen to The Whisper Sessions.
Next up for Haynes is a long-awaited return to his hometown of Asheville, North Carolina for the 33rd annual Christmas Jam on December 13th. The 2025 lineup features Warren Haynes & Friends, Stone Temple Pilots, MJ Lenderman & The Wind, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, and A Very Special Xmas Jam Tribute to Phil Lesh featuring Warren Haynes, Grahame Lesh, Jimmy Herring, John Molo, and Jason Crosby and more. As one of the most celebrated and longest-running live concerts in the U.S., Warren Haynes Presents: Christmas Jam will continue to benefit Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity and BeLoved Asheville. Visit www.xmasjam.com for more information.
To conclude the holiday season, and another busy year, Haynes and his Gov’t Mule bandmates will reconvene for their annual New Year’s Run, the acclaimed quartet’s long-standing tradition of bringing the Mule community together to ring in the new year. The three-night New York stand begins December 28th in Schenectady and then returns to the Beacon Theatre in NYC, the home for Mule’s New Year’s shows for over two decades, on December 30th and 31st, with the New Year’s Eve show honoring the music of 1971. PRESS HERE for tickets.
Tales of Ordinary Madness (2026 Version) Track Listing:
1. Fire In The Kitchen
2. Kiss Tomorrow Good-Bye
3. Movers and Shakers
4. Tear Me Down
5. I’ll Be The One
6. Blue Radio
7. Invisible
8. Sister Justice
9. Angel City
10. Tattoos and Cigarettes
11. Power and the Glory
12. Broken Promised Land
WARREN HAYNES – TOUR DATES
Warren Haynes Presents: Christmas Jam
December 13 – Asheville, NC @ ExploreAsheville.com Arena +
Gov’t Mule New Year’s Run
December 28 – Schenectady, NY @ Proctors Theatre
December 30 – New York, NY @ Beacon Theatre
December 31 – New York, NY @ Beacon Theatre
Warren Haynes Solo
February 12 – Grass Valley, CA @ The Center for the Arts
February 13 – San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore
February 14 – Napa, CA @ Uptown Theatre Napa
February 15 – Santa Cruz, CA @ Rio Theatre for the Performing
February 17 – Los Angeles, CA @ Blue Note Los Angeles (early & late shows)
February 18 – Los Angeles, CA @ Blue Note Los Angeles (early & late shows)
February 20 – Santa Fe, NM @ Lensic Performing Arts Center
February 22 – Austin, TX @ The Paramount Theatre
February 23 – Dallas, TX @ The Kessler Theater
February 24 – Houston, TX @ The Heights Theater
February 26 – Pelham, TN @ The Caverns
Warren Haynes Band
February 27 – Live Oak, FL @ Suwannee Amp Jam #2 ^
March 1 – Birmingham, AL @ Iron City
March 3 – Rochester, NY @ Kodak Center
March 4 – Wilkes-Barre, PA @ F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
March 7 – Ithaca, NY @ State Theatre
Gov’t Mule
April 10 – Charleston, SC @ The Refinery
April 10-12 – Miramar Beach, FL – Joe Bonamassa’s Sound Wave Beach Weekend ^
+ Warren Haynes & Friends with Stone Temple Pilots, MJ Lenderman & The Wind, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, and a special tribute to Phil Lesh
^ indicates festival appearance
