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For Immediate Release
February 3, 2026
GENRE-DEFYING CORY WONG RELEASES LOST IN THE WONDER - STREAM/PURCHASE
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GRAMMY® AWARD-NOMINATED
SONGWRITER, PRODUCER, AND GUITARIST’S NEW RETRO POP ALBUM,
FEATURES ECLECTIC RANGE OF COLLABORATORS
INCLUDING TAYLOR HANSON, DEVON GILFILLIAN, LOUIS CATO, STEPHEN DAY,
THEO KATZMAN, BENNY SINGS, AND MORE
“LOST IN THE WONDER TOUR”
FEATURING SPECIAL GUESTS
STEPHEN DAY, DEVON GILFILLIAN, AND MARC SCIBILLA
BEGINS IN APRIL, INCLUDING SHOWS IN
LOS ANGELES, SAN FRANCISCO, SEATTLE, DENVER, AUSTIN, AND MORE
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GRAMMY® Award-nominated genre-defying songwriter, producer, podcast host, and guitarist extraordinaire Cory Wong released his new album, Lost In The Wonder, today.
Lost In The Wonder spotlights Wong’s remarkable gifts as a producer, writer, arranger, band leader, and master of modern pop craftsmanship, while of course never losing sight of his trademark guitar virtuosity. The album further affirms Wong’s enduring love of musical collaboration, boasting a truly eclectic range of guest artists, including Taylor Hanson, Devon Gilfillian, Cody Fry, Yam Haus, Louis Cato, Ellis, Elysia Biro, Theo Katzman, and Magic City Hippies.
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“There are lots of sides to me as an artist,” says Wong. “A lot of people know me as a guitar guy, or even more specifically, ‘rhythm guitar guy’. That’s an accurate description, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. I see the guitar as just one of the avenues for my music and creativity. It’s been an absolute joy to develop and form a signature sound as a guitarist, but a huge part of my artistry is in my production/writing/arranging/band-leading. I’ve worked on and honed those skills just as much as my guitar playing, so I wanted to make an album that really showcased that side of my creative expression. Does that mean there’s less guitar on this album than on others? No! It’s actually quite the opposite. I feel like some of my best guitar work is done on this album. There’s everything from my classic rhythm guitar sound to multiple layers of orchestrally arranged guitar to blistering solos when the music calls for it.
“I think anyone who’s a great producer/writer/arranger also really likes to collaborate with other people because it gives you different colors and textures to ‘paint’ with. My aim is to showcase different sides of my artistry by putting several collaborators in front of the music and having me build the world that it lives in.”
Lost In The Wonder was heralded with the release of a series of memorable singles, including the hook-heavy and irresistibly catchy “Tongue Tied (Feat. Stephen Day).” This was followed by the crisp yet dreamy mid-tempo title track, the jazzy disco of "Blame It On The Moon," the 80s-esque anthem "One Way Road (Feat. Yam Haus)," the retro banger "Better Than This (Feat. Cody Fry)," and finally last week's masterful soul ballad collaboration with Theo Katzman, "Lisa Never Wanted To Be Famous (Feat. Theo Katzman)." An official music video for "Lisa Never Wanted To Be Famous (Feat. Theo Katzman) is streaming now on YouTube.
LISTEN TO “TONGUE TIED (FEAT. STEPHEN DAY)”
LISTEN TO “LOST IN THE WONDER (FEAT. BENNY SINGS)”
LISTEN TO “BLAME IT ON THE MOON (FEAT. MAGIC CITY HIPPIES)”
LISTEN TO “ONE WAY ROAD (FEAT. YAM HAUS)”
LISTEN TO "BETTER THAN THIS (FEAT. CODY FRY)"
LISTEN TO "LISA NEVER WANTED TO BE FAMOUS (FEAT. THEO KATZMAN)"
WATCH "LISA NEVER WANTED TO BE FAMOUS (FEAT. THEO KATZMAN)"
OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
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A national headlining tour, featuring special guests Devon Gilfillian, Stephen Day, and Marc Scibilia, is set to begin in April, with confirmed performances in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Denver, Austin, and more. The full itinerary is below. Highlights include a cruise called Dave Koz and Friends at Sea 2026, an eight-night musical adventure at sea making stops in Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina (March 22-30, 2026); a co-headline festival appearance alongside Snarky Puppy at Charlotte, NC’s The Spring Mix (April 26, 2026); and a visit to San José del Cabo, Mexico for Goose’s three-day destination festival, Viva El Gonzo (May 7-9, 2026). Additional dates will be announced.
For complete details and ticket availability, please see www.corywongmusic.com/tour.
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CORY WONG ON TOUR 2026
MARCH
21 – São Paulo, Brazil – Casa Natura
22-30 – São Paulo, Brazil – Dave Koz and Friends at Sea 2026 †
29 – Buenos Aires, Argentina – C Art Media
APRIL
11 – Charlotte, NC – The Spring Mix at The Amp Ballantyne †
15 - Kansas City, MO - The Truman (Devon Gilfillian, Marc Scibilia)
17 - Denver, CO - The Mission Ballroom (Devon Gilfillian, Marc Scibilia)
18 - Salt Lake City, UT - The Depot (Devon Gilfillian, Marc Scibilia)
20 - Portland, OR - Crystal Ballroom (Devon Gilfillian, Marc Scibilia)
21 - Seattle, WA - The Paramount (Devon Gilfillian, Marc Scibilia)
23 - Sacramento, CA - Channel 24 (Devon Gilfillian, Stephen Day)
24 - San Francisco, CA - The Warfield (Devon Gilfillian, Stephen Day)
25 - Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern (Devon Gilfillian, Stephen Day)
26 - Del Mar, CA - The Sound (Devon Gilfillian, Stephen Day)
27 - Las Vegas, NV - Brooklyn Bowl (Devon Gilfillian, Stephen Day)
30 - Houston, TX - White Oak Downstairs (Devon Gilfillian, Stephen Day)
MAY
1 - Dallas, TX - House of Blues (Devon Gilfillian, Stephen Day)
2 - Austin, TX - Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater (Devon Gilfillian, Stephen Day)
7-9 – San José del Cabo, México – Viva El Gonzo †
† Festival Appearance
^ w/ the Royal Conservatory Orchestra
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CORY WONG
LOST IN THE WONDER
Release Date: Friday, February 3, 2026
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Tracklisting:
Stay With Me (Feat. Stephen Day)
Afterglow (Feat. Alex Bone, Elysia Biro & ellis)
Better Than This (Feat. Cody Fry)
Tongue Tied (Feat. Stephen Day)
Blame It On The Moon (Feat. Magic City Hippies)
The Big Payoff (Feat. ellis)
One Way Road (Feat. Yam Haus)
All Night, Alright (Feat. Taylor Hanson)
Lisa Never Wanted To Be Famous (Feat. Theo Katzman)
Lost In The Wonder (Feat. Benny Sings)
Roses Fade (Feat. Devon Gilfillian)
From Now On (Feat. Louis Cato)
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ABOUT CORY WONG:
Cory Wong is a Grammy-nominated guitarist, composer, and producer celebrated for his explosive live energy, razor-sharp funk grooves, and boundary-pushing collaborations across genres. Known for blending the technical precision of jazz with the infectious spirit of funk, pop, and soul, Wong has carved out a singular space as one of modern music’s most dynamic and joyful performers.
A Minneapolis native, Cory first rose to international prominence through his work with Vulfpeck, where his rhythmic guitar playing and magnetic stage presence helped define the band’s sound and live aesthetic. He has since built a prolific solo career, releasing a steady stream of albums that showcase his unmatched versatility, ranging from horn-driven funk and instrumental fusion to expansive collaborations with artists such as Jon Batiste, The Jonas Brothers, Bruce Hornsby, Chromeo, Billy Strings, Victor Wooten, and more.
On stage, Cory Wong’s shows are a celebration of musicianship and connection, equal parts precision, humor, and unbridled joy. His live performances with the Cory Wong Band and the Fearless Flyers have become must-see events for music lovers, guitar enthusiasts, and groove seekers alike.
Beyond his work as a performer, Wong has established himself as a visionary collaborator and creative force in the modern music landscape. His projects often extend into visual and digital storytelling, including his self-produced variety series The Wongnotes, and his work as host of the Wong Notes Podcast, where he explores creativity and craft with fellow artists.
Whether playing sold-out shows around the world, producing albums for others, or crafting his ever-growing catalog of original music, Cory Wong consistently brings a sense of positivity, playfulness, and purpose to everything he creates.
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