Joe Jackson is preparing for the official launch of his latest studio album, Hope and Fury, which is scheduled for release on April 10, 2026, via earMUSIC. Fans recently received an early preview of the project following a "sneak leak" of the track "I'm Not Sorry," a song described by WFUV as a return to the sharp musicality and attitude of Jackson’s early career. The new record marks his first traditional rock LP since 2019's The Fool, following his 2023 experimental project What a Racket!.

To celebrate the release, Jackson is visiting WFUV’s "Cavalcade" program to conduct a comprehensive track-by-track walkthrough with host Paul Cavalconte. During the broadcast, Jackson provides insight into the writing and recording process for the nine-song set, which includes titles such as "Welcome to Burning-By-Sea," "Fabulous People," and the recently released single "After All This Time." Jackson recorded the album between Michael Tibes' Fuzz Factory in Berlin and Reservoir Studios in New York City alongside co-producer Patrick Dillett.

The album features Jackson’s long-standing core band, including bassist Graham Maby, guitarist Teddy Kumpel, and drummer Doug Yowell, with the addition of percussionist Paulo Stagnaro. Supporting the new material, Jackson will embark on a massive 80-show international tour beginning May 11, 2026, at the Bardavon 1869 Opera House in Poughkeepsie, New York. The tour is expected to span 14 countries, including extensive runs across North America and Europe through the end of the year.