Country superstar Luke Combs is back and bringing fans new music in a big way. On October 3, Combs released The Prequel, a surprise three-song EP that serves as a sneak peek of his next full-length album due early next year. It’s the first fresh material from Combs since 2024, and the chart-topping singer admitted he was a bit anxious about sharing new songs after “quite some time.” “I’m nervous to see what you guys will think, but I couldn’t wait to get y’all some new music,” Combs told fans via Instagram. That excitement shines through on the EP: each track taps into a different side of his artistry.
“My Kinda Saturday Night” is a rowdy, boot-stomping party anthem (so much so that Combs plans to name his 2026 tour after it), while “15 Minutes” delivers an emotionally charged tale of regret and redemption from a prison cell perspective. The third song, “Days Like These,” finds Combs in a reflective mood, appreciating life’s simple joys with his signature warm vocals. The Prequel’s release caps off a monumental year for Luke Combs – he made history as the first country artist to headline both Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo, and he’s up for multiple CMA Awards this fall. With this EP whetting fans’ appetites, Combs proves he’s not only back but bigger than ever, setting the stage for an explosive new chapter in 2026.
