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Today, GRAMMY®, TONY®, and EMMY® Award-winning icon Barry Manilow releases “Another Life – 2026,” a reimagined version of his 1992 single as the final preview from his forthcoming album What A Time, out June 5. The project marks Manilow’s first collection of nearly all-original material in almost 15 years. As the album’s final advance track, the sparkling ballad brings renewed emotional depth to one of his most reflective songs.
Written by Andrew Hill (Céline Dion, John Mayer) and Preston Sturges (David Lee Roth, Larry Dunn), “Another Life – 2026” explores the distance between former lovers, as one struggles to come to terms with the relationship’s end. Arranged by Manilow and longtime collaborator Michael Lloyd, the new 2026 recording retains the song’s wistful core while deepening its sense of nostalgia – hallmarks that have long defined Manilow’s music.
Listen to “Another Life – 2026” HERE.
Watch the official lyric video for “Another Life – 2026” HERE.
The new single follows Manilow’s first public appearance since undergoing surgery for lung cancer. On April 23, Manilow appeared at the American Advertising Federation’s Hall of Fame gala in NYC to accept the prestigious President’s Award, recognizing his iconic work in advertising, where he has composed and performed some of the most memorable jingles in history for brands including State Farm, Band-Aid, KFC, Pepsi, and McDonald’s. Please find photos from the special evening HERE.
What A Time is Manilow’s 33rd studio album and his first almost all-original LP since 2011’s 15 Minutes, which debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard 200. The lead single from What A Time, “Once Before I Go,” reached the Top 10 on the Adult Contemporary chart, extending Manilow’s extraordinary chart run to six decades—a milestone that began in 1974 with his breakthrough classic “Mandy” and now reaches into 2026.
The new album brings together an eclectic and cross-generational group of collaborators, including Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds, nine-time GRAMMY® winner Dave Cobb, and longtime co-writers Bruce Sussman and Adrienne Anderson. The result is a collection that pairs Manilow’s signature melodic grandeur with fresh textures and stylistic turns – from classic, string-swept torch songs to groove-driven R&B flourishes, heartland rock touches, and gospel-inspired crescendos.
Watch the official music video for the lead single “Once Before I Go,” filmed at the Westgate Las Vegas, home to Manilow’s long-running and record-setting residency, HERE. The song is executive-produced by Clive Davis and co-written by Dean Pitchford and the late Peter Allen.
Watch the official music video for previous single “Sun Shine,” a radiant, feel-good song written by Manilow and Gary Barlow and produced by Manilow, David Benson and Greg Bartheld, HERE.
With What A Time, Barry Manilow adds a vibrant new chapter to a legacy defined not only by longevity and chart dominance, but by craftsmanship, reinvention, and an enduring connection to audiences across generations. Pre-order/pre-save What A Time (out June 5, 2026) HERE.
Widely regarded as one of the most successful touring artists of all time, Manilow will tour throughout 2026. For all upcoming dates, please visit https://barrymanilow.com/.
