Blake Shelton's 'For Recreational Use Only' album slated for May

Nearly four years since his last studio album, Blake Shelton is back with For Recreational Use Only, his 0debut for BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, set for release May 9. The album is available now for pre-order/pre-add/pre-save here.

"It's been a long time since we had a new album out, and I want to thank the songwriters and musicians who helped bring this record to life,” said Shelton, in a press release. “Scott (Hendricks) and I have been working on this music for years, and I'm beyond excited to finally share it with the fans."

Besides the top 10 hit country single “Texas,” “Let Him in Anyway” offers another preview of the album.

“‘Let Him In Anyway’ is one of the most powerful songs I’ve ever had the chance to record,” said Shelton. “Hardy is a co-writer and a friend, and I’ve never heard a song like this before. When I first listened to it, I knew it was something special. It’s an honor to bring it to life, and I’m incredibly proud of the record we made.”

The album features guest appearances by Gwen Stefani, John Anderson, and Craig Morgan.

Currently on the road with his sold-out Friends & Heroes Tour, Shelton is joined by Craig Morgan, Deana Carter, Trace Adkins, and Emily Ann Roberts.

Track list:

1. Stay Country or Die Tryin’ - (Drew Parker, Graham Barham, Sam Ellis, Beau Bailey)

2. Texas - (Johnny Clawson, Kyle Sturrock, Josh Dorr, Lalo Guzman)
3. Hangin’ On (feat. Gwen Stefani) - (Sam Ellis, Charles Kelley, Greylan James)
4. Strangers - (Michael Hardy, Zach Crowell, Jameson Rodgers)
5. Let Him In Anyway - (Michael Hardy, Zach Abend, Kyle Clark, Carson Wallace)
6. Heaven Sweet Home (feat. Craig Morgan) - (Chris Tompkins, Sarah Buxton, Jake Rose)
7. Life’s Been Comin’ Too Fast - (Craig Wiseman, David Lee Murphy, Lindsay Rimes)
8. Don’t Mississippi - (Shane McAnally, Ross Copperman, Ben Hayslip, Josh Osborne)
9. All of My Love - (Colton Swon, Zach Swon)
10. Cold Can - (Bobby Pinson, Josh Osborne, Andrew DeRoberts)
11. The Keys - (Jay Brunswick, Brock Berryhill, Bobby Pinson)
12. Years (feat. John Anderson) - (Pat McLaughlin, John Anderson, David Ferguson, Daniel Auerbach)