Neil Diamond's Capitol Records debut, Melody Road, will arrive next month.

The new release is Diamond's first studio release in six years, since 2008's Home After Dark. Melody Road was produced by Jacknife Lee and Don Was.

"It takes tremendous vision, focus and determination — combined with a mega-dose of God-given talent, charisma and soul — to create music that becomes indelibly ingrained in the fabric of our culture," Was said in a statement.

"For decade after decade, Neil's songs have been such a major part of our lives. Making this record with him has served as a profound reminder of what a powerful and amazing artist he truly is."

Melody Road will be released on October 21.