band played a 13-date run of acoustic performances across the U.S., which commenced on February 11 at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre and concluded on March 5 at The Ryman itself. Why Are You OK and the departure of Ramsey and Reynolds (2015–2020) On July 17, 2015, Ben Bridwell and Sam Beam of Iron and Wine released a covers album titled Sing into My Mouth. The fifth Band of Horses studio album, Why Are You OK is produced by Jason Lytle of the band Grandaddy and was released on June 10, 2016, through Rick Rubin's American Recordings and Interscope Records. On May 1, 2017, Tyler Ramsey announced his departure from Band of Horses on his personal Instagram account. A day later, Bill Reynolds made a similar announcement via his Facebook page. When touring resumed on May 18 in Tallahassee, Band of Horses was joined by Richard Fitzpatrick on guitar and saw the return of bassist Matt Gentling, who had previously toured with the band prior to the recording of Cease to Begin. Fitzpatrick was subsequently replaced by guitarist Ian MacDougall. In 2022, Bridwell disputed Ramsey's and Reynolds's claims that they quit Band of Horses, saying that they had instead both been fired from the group. Things Are Great (2021–present) On October 12, 2021, Band of Horses issued the single "Crutch" and announced the release of Things Are Great, their first album with Matt Gentling and Ian MacDougall, and sixth overall. Calling it "a return to their earlier work and the kind of raw ethos that lies at the heart of Band of Horses", Things Are Great was released on March 4, 2022. Prior to the album's release, MacDougall exited the band and in late January 2022 was replaced by Brett Nash as lead guitarist. Band members Current members Ben Bridwell – lead vocals, guitar, pedal steel, keyboards (2004–present) Creighton Barrett – drums (2006–present) Ryan Monroe – keyboards, guitar, backing vocals (2007–present) Matt Gentling – bass, backing vocals (2007, 2017–present) Brett Nash – guitar, backing vocals (2022–present) Former members Chris Early – bass (2004–2005) Tim Meinig – drums (2004–2005) Sera Cahoone – drums (2005) Mat Brooke – guitar, backing vocals (2004–2006) Joe Arnone – guitar, keyboards (2006–2007) Rob Hampton – bass (2006–2007), guitar (2007–2009) Robin Peringer – guitar (2007) Tyler Ramsey – guitar, backing vocals (2007–2017) Bill Reynolds – bass (2007–2017) Ludwig Böss – guitar (2009–2010) Richard Fitzpatrick – guitar (2017) Ian