Jeff Slate’s The Last Day of Summer is a warm, collaborative album recorded during the pandemic with friends from around the world. Guests include Earl Slick, Duff McKagan, members of Paul Weller’s band, and Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds. One standout moment is “(Broken) Without You,” featuring Eurythmics legend Dave Stewart, whose signature style adds extra depth to the track. The record moves between upbeat rock, gentle ballads, and reflective folk, capturing both the intimacy of home recording and the energy of seasoned musicians working together. At its heart, it’s an album about connection, creativity, and making music even when the world feels far apart.