Celtic punk outfit DROPKICK MURPHYS have been nothing short of representatives for their city of Boston for 20 years now. And as we ring in 2017, we will also be blessed with their first new album in nearly four years - the band announced Thursday (11/3) that their upcoming LP 11 Short Stories Of Pain & Glory will come out on Jan. 6. Preorders, including limited edition CDs and vinyl, are already available here.

The Bostonians have also released the album’s first single, 'Blood,' with an accompanying lyric video that’s as passionate as the MURPHYS and their fans themselves.

And if that isn’t enough cool news, DROPKICK MURPHYS will also be heading out on tour in support of the release, beginning in February. The tour will start in Bethlehem, PA and will also make the group’s annual stops in Boston for the week of St. Patrick’s Day. As for support, the Interrupters and Blood Or Whiskey will join them on the road. Tickets go on sale Friday, Nov. 4 and will be available here.

Ted Hutt - who has worked with the band before as well as other acts such as The Gaslight Anthem - produced 11 Short Stories Of Pain & Glory. The album was recorded in San Antonio, TX, rather than their hometown of Boston in order to achieve a change of pace from the band’s hectic lifestyle at home.