May 2, 2025 — Nashville, TN — Country music maverick Eric Church has returned with Evangeline vs. The Machine, a daring new concept album released today that explores the tensions between faith, technology, and the timeless battle of good versus evil.

Church, known for pushing genre boundaries, has crafted a dual-themed project that pits "Evangeline" — a spiritual, traditional figure — against "The Machine," a metaphor for the impersonal forces of modern life. Through its 9-track journey, the album delves into deeply personal and societal themes such as the role of religion, the moral consequences of technology, and the resilience of the human spirit.

“This record is about what we hold sacred and what we risk losing in the noise,” Church said in a recent interview. “It’s a reflection on where we are as people — and where I am as a man of faith in a world that’s changing fast.”

Musically, Evangeline vs. The Machine stays true to Church's roots while venturing into new sonic territory. The album blends traditional country instrumentation with elements of rock and blues, delivering a sound as raw and emotionally potent as its subject matter. Fans can expect lyrical depth and emotional punch throughout.

Track Listing:

1. Hands Of Time
2. Bleed On Paper
3. Johnny
4. Storm In Their Blood
5. Darkest Hour
6. Evangeline
7. Rocket's White Lincoln
8. Clap Hands

Evangeline vs. The Machine marks Church’s first album release since 2021’s acclaimed Heart & Soul. In promotion of the new record, Church has made appearances across media platforms and social media, sparking widespread anticipation among fans.

To celebrate the release, Church also announced a three-night concert series at Colorado’s iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre — a venue well-suited to the album's spiritual and elemental themes.

With Evangeline vs. The Machine, Eric Church reasserts his place not just as a country music star, but as one of the genre’s most thoughtful and boundary-pushing storytellers.