Posthumous Jimmy Buffett album planned, will include never-released material

Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Bob D'Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk, WSB-TV (ABC) - News · July 21, 2026 · 2 min read

Parrot Heads may have something more to enjoy with their boat drinks. Two members of the Coral Reefer Band said they have put the final touches on an album of Jimmy Buffett songs “that have never been out.” Read more trending news Mac McAnally and Michael Utley -- who co-produced “ Equal Strain o...

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For Atlanta's music scene, the upcoming posthumous Jimmy Buffett album is a significant development, given the city's history of embracing the singer's laid-back style. The presence of Mac McAnally, a longtime collaborator and Grammy-winning musician, adds a local connection, as McAnally has performed in Atlanta numerous times. The album's inclusion of unreleased material, such as "Workin' n' Playin'," which was written for Buffett's 2015-16 tours, will likely generate interest among the city's Parrot Heads, who have consistently supported Buffett's music over the years. As the album's release approaches, Atlanta fans can expect to hear more about the new music, potentially through local radio stations or live performances by the Coral Reefer Band, which has been playing some of the tracks this summer. The city's music venues may also see an increase in tribute acts or Buffett-themed events, further solidifying the singer's legacy in Atlanta.

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Category: local · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News · Reading time: 2 min

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Posthumous Jimmy Buffett album planned, will include never-released material

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