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NEW ALBUM MANTRAS RELEASED TO WIDESPREAD ACCLAIM
EXTENSIVE HEADLINE TOUR UNDERWAY
 Story: Ralph Greco, Jr.
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Katie Pruitt returned to “CBS Saturday Morning” this past weekend to perform three songs from her acclaimed new album, Mantras: “All My Friends,” “Worst Case Scenario” and “White Lies, White Jesus and You.”
Produced by Jake Finch and Collin Pastore (both known for their work with boygenius and Lucy Dacus), Mantras was released last month via Rounder Records (stream/purchase here)
Critical acclaim for Mantras:
“a wonderful singer-songwriter…If you feel that itch wanting early Kacey Musgraves, you’re going to get that scratched listening to this record”—NPR Music
“an unpredictable, genre-bending sound that displays a sense of artistry far beyond her years”
—Grammy.com “It’s a sublime collection of worth-the-wait music, brimming with Pruitt’s rare artistry, her relentless drive to self-explore and her insistent urge to take listeners along for the ride”—People
“stellar lyricism and earth-shattering vocal prowess…Mantras exhibits exponential growth in every aspect”—Nashville Scene
“soulful powerhouse of a voice…she finds little ways to line these dark narratives in gleaming silver rings of hope”—No Depression
“showcases a great deal of inspiring perseverance”—The Bluegrass Situation
“A masterclass of genre-blending styles and introspective & insightful observations on the human condition”—Entertainment Focus
“A voyage told in staggering soundscapes and dazzling vocals, Katie Pruitt unearths the parts of herself longing to be embraced.”—Holler
“Exploring complex feelings on family, religion, and her own mind, angelic vocals meet a grungy folk-rock sound.”—Nashville Lifestyles
“Mantras becomes a record for the soul, presented for those who need it”—Spectrum Culture
“Emotional honesty is a core feature of Pruitt’s songwriting.”—Religion News Service
“a confident, classy and brave collection that almost demands attention”
—Maximum Volume Music “a rising artist embodying courage and vulnerability”—Good Faith Media
Known for her powerful live performances, Pruitt is currently in the midst of an extensive headline tour with upcoming stops at Chicago’s Thalia Hall, Milwaukee’s Vivarium, St. Paul’s Amsterdam Bar & Hall and Nashville’s Brooklyn Bowl among others. She will also perform at several major festivals this year including Railbird Festival, Austin City Limits, Outside Lands and Calgary Stampede. See below for complete tour itinerary. Full details can be found at www.katiepruitt.com/tour.
Reflecting on the project, Pruitt shares, “Mantras is a full circle journey from self-sabotage to self-compassion. Writing this record forced me to stop seeking external validation from the rest of the world and turn my focus inward. After hitting a low point that caused me to
seek extensive therapy, I realized I had a problem with negative self-talk. So I started writing down phrases of encouragement and repeating mantras in the mirror. Through this practice I learned how to be a kinder friend to myself and ultimately a kinder friend to others. When life gets heavy and the future feel overwhelmingly out of our control, we can learn to turn inwards and build a home inside of ourselves.” In addition to Pruitt, Finch and Pastore, Mantras also features musicians Maggie Chaffee (strings), Dave Cohen (keys), Anthony Da Costa (guitar), Kris Donegan (guitar), Laura Epling (strings), Camille Faulkner (strings), Will Honaker (guitar, keys), Taylor Ivey (bass), Kevin McGowan (drums) and Johnny Williamson (guitar).
The new music adds to a series of breakout years for Pruitt following Expectations, of which NPR Morning Edition praised, “such clarity of expression and disarming intimacy—Expectations is aesthetically warmhearted even in its tensest moments of confrontation.” Additionally, Rolling Stone declared, “A soaring vocalist and agile guitarist, Pruitt is a dynamic new presence,” while Pitchfork proclaimed, “With stately ballads and choruses to shatter glass, the Nashville singer-songwriter’s debut builds into a record that feels deeply thoughtful and unified.”
Originally from the Atlanta suburbs and now based in Nashville, Pruitt has garnered widespread attention since her debut. She has been highlighted as a Rolling Stone “Artist You Need To Know,” one of NPR Music’s “Slingshot: 20 Artists To Watch” and has performed as part of CBS Mornings’ “Saturday Sessions” series and NPR Music’s “Tiny Desk (Home Concert)” series. In addition to numerous sold-out headline shows, Pruitt has also toured with artists such as Brandi Carlile, Indigo Girls, Shakey Graves, My Morning Jacket, American Aquarium, Lucero, City and Colour and more.
MANTRAS TRACK LIST
1. All My Friends
2. White Lies, White Jesus and You
3. Self Sabotage
4. Leading Actress
5. Jealous of the Boys
6. Blood Related
7. Naive Again
8. The Waitress
9. Worst Case Scenario
10. Phases of the Moon
11. Standstill
KATIE PRUITT CONFIRMED TOUR DATES
May 14—Toronto, ON—The Great Hall*
May 16—Ann Arbor, MI—The Ark*
May 17—Chicago, IL—Thalia Hall*
May 18—Milwaukee, WI—Vivarium*
May 19—St. Paul, MN—Amsterdam Bar & Hall*
May 23—Nashville, TN—Brooklyn Bowl*
June 1—Lexington, KY—Railbird Festival
June 7—Jacksonville, OR—Britt Festival Pavilion
June 21—East Troy, WI—Alpine Valley Music Theatre^
June 28—Hope, AK—Creekbend Café
June 29—Hope, AK—Creekbend Cafe
July 7—Calgary, Alberta—Calgary Stampede
July 19—Redmond, OR—Fairwell Festival
August 9-11—San Francisco, CA—Outside Lands
August 15—London, U.K.—The Garage
August 18—Falkenberg, Sweden—Rootsy Summer Fest
August 24—Leicester, U.K.—The Long Road
October 4-6—Austin, TX—Austin City Limits Festival
October 11-13—Austin, TX—Austin City Limits Festival
*with special guest Jack Van Cleaf
^supporting Dave Matthews Band
Ralph Greco, Jr. is the devilishly clever nom de plume of professional writer/musician Ralph Greco who lives in the wilds of suburban New Jersey. He is also a podcast co-host, but as everyone has a podcast these days, this fact is of very little consequence.Ralph can be reached by writing ralphiedawriter@gmail.com
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