Lana Del Rey Announces New Single 'White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter' with Album Update
Singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey has provided a significant update regarding her highly anticipated tenth studio album, titled 'Stove', while simultaneously announcing the release of a new single called 'White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter'. The announcement was made through a personal video message shared on her Instagram Story, where Del Rey addressed her fans directly about the track's progress and the album's ongoing development.
Single Release Details and Creative Process
In the video, Del Rey confirmed that 'White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter' will be officially released as a single on February 17, 2026. She described the song as her 'favorite track' from the upcoming record and expressed genuine enthusiasm about finally sharing it with listeners, stating, 'I'm really happy about it.' Del Rey also revealed intriguing details about the recording process, noting that she and her collaborators had 'finally found that magical chord that I was missing,' which she believes elevates the song's emotional impact.
The production team for the single includes:
- Drew Erickson on production
- Dean Reid and Laura Sisk handling mixing duties
- Longtime creative partner Jack Antonoff collaborating with Del Rey on the track
The music video was created by close friends and family members, including her brother-in-law Jason Pickens, her sister Chuck Grant, and her husband, Jeremy Dufrene. The single is expected to be accompanied by an official video, providing fans with both visual and audio previews of the album ahead of its full release.
Album Evolution and Delays Explained
'White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter' marks the third official single from 'Stove', following the April 2025 releases of 'Henry, Come On' and 'Bluebird', both of which introduced audiences to the record's country-influenced direction. Del Rey's upcoming album has been highly anticipated but has experienced an unusually prolonged journey to release, undergoing several significant changes since first being teased in 2024.
The album's evolution includes:
- Initially announced as 'Lasso' following her 2023 record 'Did You Know That There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd'
- Later retitled 'The Right Person Will Stay' with an original scheduled release in May 2025
- Eventually adopting the title 'Stove', confirmed in 2025 with plans for early 2026 release
Del Rey has publicly explained that the album was delayed because she added additional songs that felt more 'autobiographical,' extending the creative process beyond initial expectations. Furthermore, logistical issues such as vinyl production timelines have contributed to moving the album's release further into the year, with Del Rey noting in her Instagram Story that 'vinyl takes three months' for manufacturing and shipping.
Musical Direction and Fan Reception
'Stove' appears set to embrace a country-tinged sound, a direction Del Rey has publicly explored in interviews and previous singles. Collaborations with producer Luke Laird and performances of new material at festivals like Stagecoach have underscored her interest in blending Americana, country, and her signature cinematic style, even as the album's precise release date remains unconfirmed.
Del Rey's update comes as fans eagerly await more clarity on the full album, particularly after years of delays and title changes. Online communities and social media continue to discuss the track's unusual title and the evolving timeline, with many sharing excitement about finally having a firm date for a new song. While some listeners have expressed frustration at the wait, others remain enthusiastic about the creative choices Del Rey has made throughout the album's development process.
With 'White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter' set for release on February 17, 2026, Lana Del Rey's return to new music feels imminent. Whether 'Stove' will follow shortly after this single remains to be seen, but the announcement—and Del Rey's candid explanation of the delay—has provided fans with a long-awaited update on the direction of one of the year's most talked-about albums in the music industry.
