Canadian rock veterans Theory Of A Deadman have announced the release of their new EP, Part 1: Funeral Songs, which is scheduled to arrive on September 4, 2026 through ONErpm.
The EP follows the momentum of the band’s recent single “Barricade” and signals the beginning of a new phase for the group. Featuring Tyler Connolly, Dave Brenner, Dean Back, and Joe Dandeneau, the release continues the band’s blend of hard-hitting riffs, memorable hooks, and straightforward songwriting while introducing a fresh sense of focus.
Alongside the announcement, Theory Of A Deadman has released a new track, “Winnebago (Lay Low)”, accompanied by an official music video.
Discussing the song, frontman Tyler Connolly said: “‘Winnebago (Lay Low)’ is the epitome of the anti bar song. The F around and find out sing-along. As I get older I realize that it really is better to just stay home. This song is among other anthems we recorded for our upcoming EP ‘Funeral Songs’ which is a Prt 1 of 2, and after all these years we’ve finally been able to focus on less songs and release more often like small batches of fine Kentucky Bourbon.”
Over the years, Theory Of A Deadman have established themselves as one of modern rock’s most consistent acts, combining sharp-edged lyrics with radio-ready choruses and a catalog of successful releases. The band has amassed multiple platinum and gold certifications while maintaining a strong presence on rock radio and the live circuit.
Among their best-known tracks are “Santa Monica”, the gold-certified “All Or Nothing”, platinum-selling singles “Hate My Life” and “Bitch Came Back”, and the double-platinum hit “Not Meant To Be”. Their success on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart includes twelve Top 10 entries and four chart-toppers: “Bad Girlfriend”, “Lowlife”, “History Of Violence”, and “Rx (Medicate)”. The latter became the band’s biggest commercial success and earned a nomination for Rock Song of the Year at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.
The band will also spend much of the second half of 2026 on the road. Theory Of A Deadman recently announced “The Dead / Seven Tour” with fellow hard rock and metal veterans Sevendust. The tour launches on August 7 in Duluth, Minnesota, and wraps up on September 29 in Bozeman, Montana. Scheduled stops include Fargo, North Dakota, Detroit, Michigan, Atlanta, Georgia, Corpus Christi, Texas, and Riverside, California, among other cities across North America.
