announced their seventh album, Thrashing Thru the Passion, which would collect several of the previously released singles alongside new Kaufman-produced recordings. The album was released on August 16, 2019, via Frenchkiss Records. Open Door Policy (2020–present) On December 21, 2020, the band announced their eighth studio album, Open Door Policy, which was released on February 19, 2021. Released to critical acclaim, it was their first Billboard top-ten record, receiving end-of-year accolades from AllMusic, Uncut, Double J and God is in the TV by appearing on their top albums of 2021 lists. Influences In an interview with Pitchfork Media, Craig Finn outlined the band's influences: Reception The Hold Steady have received almost universal praise by the press for their performances and early records. Their more recent releases have seen a slight decline in their reception. The Hold Steady appeared in the Season 3 finale episode of Showtime's Billions series as themselves performing at a party for Axe Capital. The Hold Steady has been honored with a star on the outside mural of the Minneapolis nightclub First Avenue, recognizing performers that have played sold-out shows or have otherwise demonstrated a major contribution to the culture at the iconic venue. Receiving a star "might be the most prestigious public honor an artist can receive in Minneapolis," according to journalist Steve Marsh. Kubler and Finn's previous group Lifter Puller also has a star. Members Current members Craig Finn – lead vocals, rhythm guitar (2003–present) Tad Kubler – lead guitar, backing vocals (2003–present), keyboards, piano (2010–2016) Galen Polivka – bass guitar (2003–present) Bobby Drake – drums, percussion (2005–present) Franz Nicolay – piano, keyboards, accordion, harmonica, backing vocals (2005–2010; 2016–present) Steve Selvidge – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2010–present) Former members Judd Counsell – drums (2003–2005) Former touring members Dan Neustadt – keyboards (2010) Timeline Discography Studio albumsAlmost Killed Me (2004)Separation Sunday (2005)Boys and Girls in America (2006) (US No. 124, UK No. 84)Stay Positive (2008) (US No. 30, UK No. 15)Heaven Is Whenever (2010) (US No. 26, UK No. 45)Teeth Dreams (2014) (US No. 28, UK No. 50)Thrashing Thru the Passion (2019)Open Door Policy (2021)The Price of Progress (2023) Live albumsA Positive Rage (2009) EPsThe Virgin Digital Sessions (2005)Live at Lollapalooza 2006: The Hold Steady (2006)Stuck Between Stations — EP (2007)Live at Fingerprints (2007)iTunes Live from Soho (2011)RAGS (2014)Four on Ten (2019) Singles "Milkcrate Mosh b/w Hey Hey What Can I Do" (2004) "Chips Ahoy!" (2006)