NELSON Announces New Album 'Amazing', Shares 'Easy Money' Single

Legendary melodic rock duo NELSON, led by master songwriting twin brothers Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, will release a new album, "Amazing", on March 19, 2027 via Frontiers Music Srl.

The official music video for the LP's first single and opening track, "Easy Money", can be seen below.

Gunnar comments on the new single: "'Easy Money' was a joy to create. The subject matter couldn't be more timely. Just take a look around in the world's news cycle: all of those 'weird' Hollywood parties… elites doing and getting away with horrors in exchange for fame, fortune, and privilege. 'The Deal' hasn't changed much since Robert Johnson walked the crossroads in the Mississippi Delta all those years ago.

"Matt and I are proud of the fact that we've never given in to such temptations or false promises. And we never will. We just wanted to shed light on the fact that people who have given in to the seduction of 'easy money' in exchange for their souls wind up paying an enormous price in the end."

More than a decade after the release of "Peace Out", multi-platinum rock duo NELSON returns with "Amazing", a new studio album that stands among the strongest and most accomplished records of Gunnar and Matthew Nelson's career.

Rather than simply revisiting their past, "Amazing" reconnects NELSON with the qualities that made albums such as "After The Rain", "The Silence Is Broken" and "Lightning Strikes Twice" so enduring: exceptional songwriting, huge melodies, rich vocal harmonies and a meticulous attention to arrangement and production. At the same time, the album sounds powerful, polished and completely at home in 2027.

Produced by Gunnar Nelson, "Amazing" is a major-sounding record from start to finish, with mixing contributions from Chris Lord-Alge, Jay Ruston, Stephen DeAcutis and Gunnar himself. Songs such as "Easy Money", "Steamroller", "Amazing" and "My Life For You" showcase a band whose instinct for memorable choruses and sophisticated melodic rock remains unmistakable. The title track and "Avalanche", co-written by Gunnar and Matthew with legendary songwriter Jim Peterik, further underline the caliber of the material. At the same time, the album features an outstanding group of musicians, including Joel Hoekstra, Pat Buchanan, Steve Brewster, Michael Lord, Scotty Bratcher, James Farris and Michael Wagner.

At its heart, however, "Amazing" is unmistakably a Nelson brothers record. Gunnar and Matthew's voices and harmonies remain the defining element, but the songwriting has a maturity and confidence that comes from decades of making music together. The result is an album that captures the melodic immediacy and ambition of classic NELSON while moving their sound forward — not a nostalgic recreation of "After The Rain", but a record that belongs in the same conversation.

The album also arrives at a particularly exciting moment for the band. NELSON have recently returned to wider mainstream attention in the United States after appearing in HBO Max's "Peacemaker", starring John Cena, introducing the brothers and their music to a new audience. That renewed visibility will continue with an appearance on Nexstar Broadcasting's annual New Year's Eve television special, where NELSON will perform and introduce one of the singles from "Amazing". The program is distributed across Nexstar's extensive U.S. television network, including major markets such as New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

With "Amazing", Gunnar and Matthew Nelson are not simply returning after a long absence — they are returning with a record worthy of the NELSON name at its very best, arriving at a moment when the band is once again reaching a broad American audience.

Speaking on the upcoming album, Gunnar Nelson shares: "In my opinion, this is the best NELSON record ever made. In an era of most artists riding on their laurels and doing their bare minimum, we've pulled out all the stops. We set out from the outset to do our very best throughout every step of the process, from the songwriting through the vinyl mastering process. We couldn't be more proud of the 'Amazing' album. It's an inspired classic rock record that makes you feel ten feet tall and bulletproof. Even with all that said, it STILL under-promises and over-delivers."

"Amazing" track listing:

01. Easy Money
02. Steamroller
03. Amazing
04. Avalanche
05. All The Way
06. All Right
07. I Didn't Feel A Thing
08. My Life For You
09. Bad Boy
10. Feels Like Heaven
11. Had Enough
12. Good Day

The announcement of "Amazing" arrives as NELSON prepares for a full North American tour, including festival appearances and special performances.

NELSON live:

2026

12/04 - Gatlinburg, TN @ Venue To Be Announced
12/05 - Gatlinburg, TN @ W.L. Mills Conference Center
12/06 - Franklin, TN @ The Franklin Theatre #
12/11 - Sault Ste. Marie, MI @ DreamMakers Theater at Kewadin Casino #
12/13 - Mountain Home, AR @ ASUMH #
12/16 - The Villages, FL @ Venue TBA #
12/17 - Largo, FL @ Central Park Performing Arts Center #
12/18 - Beverly, MA @ The Cabot #
12/20 - DeKalb, IL @ Egyptian Theatre #
12/27 - Uncasville, CT @ Wolf Den #

2027

01/24 - Weirsdale, FL @ Orange Blossom Opry
02/27 - Turlock, CA @ Turlock Community Theatre +
04/08–04/15 - Miami, FL @ Norwegian Jewel &
05/22 - Woodstock, IL @ Woodstock Opera House
05/28 - Clayton, NY @ The Clayton Opera House
09/09 - Orange City, FL @ John Knox Village of Central Florida
09/17 - Omaha, NE @ Matchbox Omaha

+ Ricky Nelson Remembered
# Christmas With The Nelsons
& On The Blue Cruise

Bandmembers:

Gunnar Nelson
Matthew Nelson

Musicians: Gunnar Nelson, Matthew Nelson, James Farris, Michael Wagner, Joel Hoekstra, Pat Buchanan, Steve Brewster, Michael Lord, Jim Peterik, Scotty Bratcher

Matthew and Gunnar Nelson have built a career that truly stands the test of time. Rising to global prominence in the early 1990s with NELSON's multi-platinum debut "After The Rain", the twins topped the Billboard Hot 100 with "(Can't Live Without Your) Love And Affection", earning a place in the Guinness Book Of World Records. With seven Top 40 singles, five No. 1 MTV videos, and over 6.5 million albums sold worldwide, NELSON became a defining force of their time.

Deeply rooted in one of America's most storied entertainment families, Matthew and Gunnar bring a rare perspective to longevity in music. Their grandparents, Ozzie and Harriet, made television history with "The Adventures Of Ozzie And Harriet", while Ozzie also pioneered early music-video concepts long before MTV. Their father, Rock And Roll Hall Of Famer Ricky Nelson, sold over 200 million records and helped found the country rock genre. Carrying this legacy forward, the twins have consistently evolved and continue to connect with audiences across generations through authenticity, craftsmanship, and heart.

Beyond music, Matthew and Gunnar Nelson have also become best-selling authors with their book "What Happened To Your Hair?", adding another dimension to their creative journey.

Today, Matthew and Gunnar Nelson continue to explore fresh creative territory, carrying forward their unmistakable melodic sensibility and soaring sibling harmonies. With a career defined by reinvention and longevity, NELSON remains a vital presence on the rock scene.

Photo credit: Alex Solca