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Lukas Graham returns to his musical roots with new single Good Times

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<p>Known for his global hit &quot;7 Years,&quot; Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Lukas Graham returned to his musical roots with the release of his new single, &quot;Good Times,&quot; the title track from his forthcoming album out on August 14 via Virgin Music Group.</p><p>The song marked a return to the Celtic and folk influences that inspired Lukas’s early musical journey, particularly the Irish heritage of his late father, Eugene. According to him, reconnecting with his roots was an important part of bringing the album to life. Along with this, the artist dropped a music video featuring a compilation of archived footage from before he achieved fame, celebrating friends, family, and defining moments that raised him.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYoVezbiDA7/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=485&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A13254088.899999619%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1364" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>“This is an album I’ve dreamt of making since I was a boy, and it’s no understatement to say it feels like coming all the way back home,” he said in an Instagram post.</p><p>To honor its musical heritage, the album was recorded in Nashville and New York alongside a collective of seasoned musicians, many of whom shared personal connections to his late father and his childhood community. Featured collaborators include Michael McGoldrick (Irish flute/uilleann pipes), Sam Grisman (bass), Tim O&#x27;Brien (mandolin), Stuart Duncan (fiddle), and Bryan Sutton (guitar).</p><p>&quot;It was very important to me that we got a hold of some of these musicians and got that cultural connection,&quot; he shared. </p><p>&quot;Good Times&quot; is now available on major streaming platforms, while its official music video can be viewed on YouTube. Fans can also stream Lukas&#x27;s previously released singles, &quot;To Know A Girl&quot; and &quot;Second Chance,&quot; and pre-save the upcoming album ahead of its August 14 release. </p><p>Fans were quick to share their reactions to the release, with one commenting, &quot;Such a mood lifter ❤️❤️,&quot; while another wrote, &quot;Already love it so much! 🥰🤩 A new banger! 🔥🔥🔥 My new favorite song! 🥰❤️.&quot;</p><p>Following the release of &quot;Good Times,&quot; Lukas is set to join Ed Sheeran as a special guest on select North American dates of the 2026 &quot;Loop Tour,&quot; beginning August 15 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/onemusic/articles-news/lukasgraham-lukasgrahaminmnl2023-newfrontiertheater-oct22-midaspromotions-20882" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>READ: Lukas Graham Returns to Manila</strong></a></div><p>Filipino fans may remember Lukas Graham from his previous visits to the country. In 2023, the Danish singer-songwriter returned to Manila for a one-night concert at the New Frontier Theater. </p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2026/7/30/arci-mu-oz-opens-up-about-obtaining-spanish-passport-and-her-family-in-spain-1652" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>READ: Arci Muñoz opens up about obtaining Spanish passport and her family in Spain</strong></a></div><p>The international artist also appeared on<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/itsshowtime" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong> </strong><em><strong>It&#x27;s Showtime</strong></em></a> in 2019, where he performed his hit song &quot;Love Someone&quot; for the noontime show&#x27;s audience. </p><div> </div>

<p>Lukas Graham says his latest song reflects the musical traditions that shaped him growing up.</p>

Lukas Graham says his latest song reflects the musical traditions that shaped him growing up.

Lukas Graham returns to his musical roots with new single, 'Good Times'

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Lukas Graham returns to his musical roots with new single, 'Good Times'

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Sophia Cate Koizumi,

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Published July 31, 2026 09:52 PM PHT

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Updated August 04, 2026 12:22 PM PHT

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