Thank You is the first solo studio album from former Beastie Boys member Mike D. It is scheduled for release on August 28, 2026, through Capitol Records. The album is preceded by three singles, "Switch Up", "What We Got", and "True Colors".[1]
| Thank You | |
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| Studio album by | |
| Released | August 28, 2026 |
| Length | 39:16 |
| Label | Capitol |
| Singles from Thank You | |
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Background
editMike D first returned to performing music in 2026 in a surprise appearance at a Very Nice Person show, a band led by his two sons Skyler and Davis Diamond.[2] He then started performing on his own at festivals with his backing band, 5D. Throughout his performances, he released his first solo single, "Switch Up", on May 8, 2026.[3] He released a second single from the album, "What We Got", on May 22.[4] On June 8, the album was announced alongside a third single, "True Colors".[5]
It is the first time a former Beastie Boys member has released new music since the band's dissolution after member Adam Yauch's death.[6]
Track listing
editAll tracks are written by Mike D.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Switch Up" | 3:35 |
| 2. | "What We Got" | 2:54 |
| 3. | "True Colors" | 3:39 |
| 4. | "That's Right" | 2:08 |
| 5. | "Secrets Pt. I" | 1:24 |
| 6. | "Secrets Pt. II" | 3:27 |
| 7. | "I Don't Care" | 3:16 |
| 8. | "Make It Stop" | 2:55 |
| 9. | "Crypto" | 2:40 |
| 10. | "Here We Are" | 3:45 |
| 11. | "Back to Start" | 3:08 |
| 12. | "It's Time" | 2:49 |
| 13. | "Thank You" | 3:36 |
| Total length: | 39:16 | |
References
edit- ↑ Trendell, Andrew (June 8, 2026). "Beastie Boys' Mike D announces debut solo album 'Thank You'". NME. Retrieved June 9, 2026.
- ↑ DeVille, Chris (May 6, 2026). "Mike D Announces Shows Following Viral Performance Of Beastie Boys Songs With His Sons". Stereogum. Retrieved June 9, 2026.
- ↑ "Mike D Shares "Switch Up," First New Music From a Beastie Boy in 15 Years". FLOOD. Retrieved June 9, 2026.
- ↑ Green, Walden (May 22, 2026). "Listen to Mike D's New Song "What We Got"". Pitchfork. Retrieved June 9, 2026.
- ↑ Moderelli, Rob (June 8, 2026). "Mike D Unveils Solo Debut 'Thank You' with "True Colors"". Relix Media. Retrieved June 9, 2026.
- ↑ Moderelli, Rob (June 8, 2026). "Mike D Unveils Solo Debut 'Thank You' with "True Colors"". Jambands. Retrieved June 9, 2026.
