The Church Released Sky and Hill and Forever
The iconic band has unveiled a double single ahead of their upcoming studio album.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Latter-Day Saints
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The band The Church have released a new double single featuring the tracks Sky and Hill and Forever. These songs serve as an introduction to their upcoming 17-track album, Lacuna.
Why it matters
The release builds momentum for the band's latest musical project, which was developed during sessions at Arlyn Studios in Austin, Texas. Fans can expect a full look at the new collection when the album drops in late 2026.
The album Lacuna will feature 17 tracks in total. The song Forever has an approximate duration of four minutes.
The players
The Church
Formed in 1980, this Australian rock band has maintained a significant presence in the alternative music scene for over four decades.
Cooking Vinyl
This independent record label is responsible for the release of the upcoming album Lacuna.
The details
The band crafted the new material while working at Arlyn Studios, with Sky and Hill written in the studio's garden. Cooking Vinyl is the label handling the distribution for the upcoming record.
Timeline
The band The Church formed in 1980.
The double single was released on 14 October 2026.
The digital version of the album Lacuna will be released on 30 October 2026.
The physical version of the album Lacuna will be released on 20 November 2026.
Culture Shift
This release continues the creative output trajectory established by the band's 18 albums featuring Tim Powles. It highlights the continued relevance of legacy alternative bands in the modern digital streaming era.
Fans can now stream the new double single on all major digital platforms. Those looking for physical copies will need to wait until the mid-November release date to purchase the album.
The takeaway
The Church continue to expand their extensive discography with this latest studio effort. Listeners can explore the new tracks online while awaiting the full album drop.
What happens next
The digital version of the album Lacuna is scheduled for release on 30 October 2026, followed by the physical release on 20 November 2026.
Further reading
For more on the musical landscape in Australia, visit our dedicated section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
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