The Pretty Reckless Releases About You Bonus Version
The band teams up with Dave Grohl and Pat Smear for a special new recording of their track.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Rock
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The Pretty Reckless has released a new bonus version of the song About You featuring collaborations with Dave Grohl and Pat Smear. The track includes a shared chorus and a unique vocal passage in the bridge, accompanied by a new music video.
Why it matters
Lead singer Taylor Momsen sought to give the song special treatment by enlisting iconic musicians to reimagine the track. This collaboration expands the reach of the original song while providing fans with a fresh perspective on the band's latest musical era.
The Pretty Reckless released their fifth studio album, Dear God, in June 2026. This new bonus version of About You serves as an additional release following the full-length project.
The players
The Pretty Reckless
An American rock band fronted by singer Taylor Momsen that has produced five studio albums.
Taylor Momsen
The lead singer of The Pretty Reckless who initiated the collaboration for the new version of the song.
Dave Grohl
A prolific musician and songwriter best known as the frontman of Foo Fighters and former drummer for Nirvana.
Pat Smear
A long-time guitarist for the Foo Fighters and former member of the punk band The Germs.
The details
Dave Grohl contributed drums, guitar, and backing vocals to the recording, while Pat Smear added guitar work. Taylor Momsen initiated the collaboration to bring new energy to the song, which now features a distinct vocal passage in the bridge.
Timeline
The band released their fifth studio album, Dear God, in June 2026.
The bonus version of About You was released in October 2026.
A U.K. and European headline tour is scheduled to begin in November 2026.
The band will join Foo Fighters for two concerts in India in January 2027.
Industry Dynamics
The release follows the creative momentum established by the 2026 release of the Dear God album. This collaboration extends the promotional cycle of the band's fifth studio project by offering a reimagined version of an existing song.
Fans can listen to the new bonus track and view the accompanying music video on major digital music platforms starting now. The collaboration provides listeners with an updated version of the song, accessible immediately worldwide.
The takeaway
Collaborative bonus tracks allow bands to breathe new life into existing songs while connecting with legendary artists in the industry. Listeners can enjoy the fresh instrumental additions and vocal arrangements as a highlight of the band's current album cycle.
What happens next
The band will embark on a U.K. and European headline tour starting in November 2026, followed by two joint concerts with Foo Fighters in India in January 2027.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Steamboat Radio.
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