Before hitting the stage at When We Were Young this weekend, Anberlin have delivered a brand-new song today.

The standalone single “High Stakes” follows the band’s new studio album Vega, which was unveiled back in August via Equal Vision Records. A music video for the new single, which was co-directed by photographer Jacob Moniz and Anberlin drummer Nate Young, can be seen here.

Vocalist Matty Mullins said this about working on the new song:

“When I first joined the band, Joey gave me a giant folder of old Anberlin instrumentals that never got used. The intention wasn’t to use them, but just for me to enjoy them as a fan. I went through all of the songs like a kid on Christmas. It was like having access to a time capsule and getting to see inside the making of one of my favorite bands of all time. The instrumental for what became “‘High Stakes’ stood out to me as one that really embodied the Anberlin that I fell in love with at 14 years old (the working title was JOMO 18). I instantly started writing to it and sharing it with the guys. It’s an unbelievable honor to be a part of this new season of Anberlin & it’s so insanely cool to incorporate a piece of the band's history that the fans never heard. We couldn’t be more excited about this song and & can’t wait for everyone to hear it!”

Young also said:

“Bringing Matty into the band has been beneficial on countless levels. He’s brought a fresh perspective to the picture that allowed us re-discover our roots & made us fall in love with music all over again. ‘Walk Alone’ & ‘Seven’ were the beginning of a new era, ‘High Stakes’ is proof that Anberlin is here to stay.”

Anberlin will be performing their beloved album Never Take Friendship Personal at When We Were Young this weekend.

Anberlin tour dates

Oct 19 - Las Vegas, NV @ When We Were Young - Day 1

Oct 20 - Las Vegas, NV @ When We Were Young - Day 2

Dec 16 - St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Landing