Eric Church's Evangeline vs. The Machine Comes Alive: A Live Album Experience
Eric Church is set to release a live album titled Evangeline vs. The Machine Comes Alive, recorded during two unforgettable nights at The Pinnacle in Nashville. The album features the full Evangeline vs. the Machine album and hits from previous albums like “Sinners Like Me,” “Desperate Man,” and “Springsteen.” Church describes the shows as electric and wanted to capture that magic on this live album.
The live album follows his extensive series of live albums called 61 Days in Church, recorded during his Holdin’ My Own Tour in 2017. Church is now giving fans a taste of the upcoming live album with the release of “Johnny,” a personal song inspired by Charlie Daniels’ “The Devil Went Down to Georgia.” The song reflects on the world's challenges and the hope for redemption.
“Johnny” is a poignant song that captures the despair and hopelessness many people have been feeling in recent years. Church revealed that the song was written the day after a tragic shooting in Nashville, reflecting on the changing world and the need for hope. The live production of the song gives it a grand and striking sound, enhancing its emotional impact.
Evangeline vs. The Machine Comes Alive is scheduled for release on February 13th, 2026, featuring 19 tracks recorded live at The Pinnacle in Nashville. The album promises to deliver a larger-than-life sound that can only be achieved through a live recording. Stay tuned for the release of this powerful live album.