Eric Hirshberg and Aloe Blacc team up for soulful new single 'For Real'

Singer-songwriter Eric Hirshberg has released his new single “For Real,” featuring acclaimed vocalist Aloe Blacc, marking the first glimpse of his upcoming album More Is Not The Answer, due in early 2026.

The track blends warmth and restraint, pairing Hirshberg’s introspective writing with Blacc’s signature soulfulness. Its central theme of seeking authenticity in a hyper-digital world lands with quiet power. The accompanying video keeps things simple: two artists in a studio, trading lines and listening closely, the focus entirely on connection and craft.

“For Real” has already drawn praise from early reviewers. Rave Jungle called it “a powerful new single,” while Purple Melon described it as “timely and vital.” The collaboration underscores both artists’ shared belief in music’s ability to foster understanding in divided times.