New music from Ashley & Simpson arrives October 30!
It’s been a while since we’ve released new music into the world, but that doesn’t mean we haven’t been making it!
For the past several years, we’ve been busy writing, arranging, recording, and generally making musical mischief at Randomosity Records, our studio and independent record label. Along the way, we’ve been working on our next all-original, full-length album, Hello, Mrs. Sun, and gathering a few other favorite songs that we wanted to record simply because we love them.
We’re excited to finally share one of those songs with you.
First Up: “Blackbird”
Our newest single is an Ashley & Simpson interpretation of “Blackbird,” the beautiful Beatles classic written by Paul McCartney.
It’s a song that has been around for generations, interpreted by countless musicians, and loved by listeners around the world. We’ve always been drawn to its simplicity, its beautiful melody, and the way it leaves room for each performer to bring something personal to the music.
Our version of “Blackbird” actually began as a family project. Joel’s daughter wanted to perform the Beatles classic with her brother for a variety show, but the original key wasn’t quite right. So Joel worked out a basic chord arrangement that would allow them to use a capo and find a key that suited their voices.
That little arrangement got us thinking. We decided to give it a try in one of our favorite keys, B-flat, with the capo all the way up at the eighth fret. And once Joel started adding a little of his signature musical magic, things began to fall into place.
For our recording, we’ve approached it through the musical lens that shapes so much of what we do together: acoustic instrumentation, close harmonies, and arrangements that bring together our different musical influences.
The result is something familiar, but distinctly our own.
And now, we’re excited to share it with you!
A Little Preview of What’s Ahead
“Blackbird” is also the beginning of a new chapter for Ashley & Simpson.
We’ve been working on Hello, Mrs. Sun for quite some time, and we’re looking forward to sharing the original songs that will make up our next album. In the meantime, we decided it was time to let a little music escape from the studio!
We’ll be releasing a handful of singles, some of our favorite songs we’ve enjoyed giving our own arrangements, while we continue putting the finishing touches on the album.
Listen Before the Release!
“Blackbird” will officially arrive on streaming platforms Friday, October 30, 2026.
But we’re giving our friends and listeners a chance to hear it early!
We’ve created a special listening page where you can preview the recording before its official release.
We’re excited to be sharing music again, and we’re grateful to everyone who has continued to listen, attend our shows, encourage us, and follow along on this rather winding musical journey.
There’s more to come, and we can’t wait to share it with you.
Jennifer & Joel
Ashley & Simpson
