Earth, Wind and Fire Dropping New Album on Sept. 10

Earth, Wind and Fire initially wanted to release its new album around the 2012 presidential election, but the band realized it wasn't satisfied with the songs it created.

"Now, Then & Forever," the group's first album in eight years, will be released September 10. Singer Philip Bailey says the band called co-founding member Larry Dunn and others to help produce its latest sound.

Bailey explains that the 10-track album feels fresh, but it isn't a departure from the band's classic sound.

Adds bassist Verdine White: "It doesn't sound like we're trying to be anyone other than Earth, Wind and Fire."

"My Promise," their new single, is available Monday. The band is currently on tour.