It’s always a good day when we get to announce a new Owen album, which means today rules! The King of Whys, the latest full-length from Mike Kinsella, will be released July 29 and is now available for pre-order.

The King of Whys was recorded at April Base Studios in Eau Claire, WI and was produced by S. Carey (frequent collaborator of Bon Iver, Sufjan Stevens, Mason Jennings and acclaimed solo artist in his own right). The album is Owen’s most inspired and evocative thus far, interpolating a group dynamic into what has long been an intensely intimate sound.

Stream the first single, “Lost,” now on NPR Music (or click below) and read more about the album here.

The King of Whys will be available on “Early Bird” edition vinyl - 180-gram red with yellow starburst (limited to 1,000), 180-gram blue with white starburst (unlimited), CD, cassette, and digital formats. Check out all the different pre-order options here.