Monte Warden Released Album and Reunited The Wagoneers
The Austin singer-songwriter has returned to the studio with his original band to record new material.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Country
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Singer-songwriter Monte Warden has released his latest album, Doghouse Flowers, and reunited with his longtime band, The Wagoneers. This project marks the first time the group has recorded together since the 1980s.
Why it matters
The reunion of The Wagoneers marks a significant return for the group to the country music scene. Warden has bolstered this comeback with successful performances and sustained presence on music charts.
The album Doghouse Flowers currently holds the No. 32 spot on the charts after eight weeks, while its titular single ranks No. 12 after 18 weeks. Additionally, Warden performed twice at the Grand Ole Opry in 2026.
The players
Monte Warden
Monte Warden is a singer-songwriter based in Austin who is known for his work in the country music genre.
The Wagoneers
The Wagoneers are a band originally formed in the 1980s that has recently reunited with Monte Warden to record new music.
The details
Warden and The Wagoneers have returned to the studio to record new material, signaling a revival of their collaborative work. As part of this latest release, Warden also re-recorded the song Stout N' High.
Timeline
The Wagoneers last recorded music together in the 1980s.
Warden performed at the Grand Ole Opry twice in 2026.
Warden performs at the Broken Spoke on September 25, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The reunion of The Wagoneers represents a trend of legacy acts returning to the studio to capitalize on deep-rooted fan bases. This move bridges the gap between the band's 1980s origins and today's country music landscape.
Fans of the group can now stream or purchase the new album across major music platforms. Those in Austin can also see the performance live at the Broken Spoke on September 25.
The takeaway
Legacy band reunions offer established artists a chance to reconnect with long-term followers while introducing their classic sound to new listeners. Fans of country music should look for tour announcements following the release of new studio material.
What happens next
Monte Warden is scheduled to perform at the Broken Spoke in Austin on September 25, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about the local scene in the Country section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KXAN.
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