Phoebe Bridgers Releases New Single Lost Boys From Lost Weekend

Phoebe Bridgers has released the single “Lost Boys” as a preview of her fourth solo album, Lost Weekend, which arrives Aug. 14 via Dead Oceans. The release follows an album announcement made less than 36 hours prior and includes a Renaissance faire-themed music video featuring live-action role play.

Who collaborated on the single “Lost Boys”?

The track features a wide roster of musicians and producers. According to the release, Bridgers co-produced the song with Tony Berg and Ethan Gruska, while Jack Antonoff and Alex G also shared production duties.

Vocals are provided by Bridgers and her boygenius bandmates, Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker. Instrumental contributions include Chris Thile on mandolin, Sebastian Steinberg on upright bass, and Rob Moose on string arrangements.

Additional contributions came from Caroline Shaw on vocal arrangements, as well as Blake Mills, Christian Lee Hutson, Marshall Vore, and Nate Walcott. Jack Antonoff played drums, guitar, synths, and vocoder, while Alex G provided drums and a “voice memo.”

Did You Know? The “Lost Boys” music video was directed by Lance Oppenheim and Pablo Rochat; Oppenheim previously directed a 2024 HBO documentary about Renaissance faire culture titled Ren Faire.

Why is the release of Lost Weekend significant?

As reported by SPIN on June 24, Lost Weekend is Bridgers’ first solo album since the 2020 release of Punisher. The project follows several years where the artist balanced work with boygenius, various collaborations, and soundtrack projects.

The accompanying video for “Lost Boys” co-stars Skyler Gisondo and the Knights of Debracey Productions. It continues a specific visual style introduced during the initial album announcement.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that returning to solo work after the success of a supergroup like boygenius allows an artist to re-establish their individual sonic identity while leveraging the expanded network of collaborators gained during those group projects.

What happens next for Phoebe Bridgers?

Bridgers is likely to promote the album through a series of live performances. She will support the record on The Lost Tour, which is scheduled to begin Sept. 15 in Indianapolis.

Phoebe Bridgers – Lost Boys (Official Video)

The tour may follow a trajectory that starts in North America before moving to the U.K. and Europe later in the year.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the album Lost Weekend be released?
The album is scheduled for release on Aug. 14 via Dead Oceans.

Who directed the “Lost Boys” music video?
The video was directed by Lance Oppenheim and Pablo Rochat.

Where does The Lost Tour begin?
The tour begins on Sept. 15 in Indianapolis.

Do you think the return to solo projects after a group collaboration changes an artist’s sound?