Following Chuck Berry’s death at age 90, the rock legend’s family is moving forward with the release of Chuck, his first new album in 38 years.

“Working to prepare the release of this record in recent months and in fact over the last several years brought Chuck a great sense of joy and satisfaction,” the family wrote in a statement on Facebook. “While our hearts are very heavy at this time, we know that Chuck had no greater wish than to see this album released to the world, and we know of no better way to celebrate and remember his 90 years of life than through his music.”

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