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music21 days ago•41 min saved

Gracie Abrams Expands Her Sound and Self on Daughter From Hell

In a candid Rolling Stone profile, Gracie Abrams details how Daughter From Hell broadens her intimate, diary-like songwriting into a bigger, more produced arena-ready sound, shaped by her upbringing as the daughter of film/TV powerhouses, her romance with Paul Mescal, and a deepening collaboration with Aaron Dessner at Long Pond that lets her explore the 'in-between' phase of growing up; she also discusses the pressures of public life, her future acting work with Halina Reijn, and how the stability of love has influenced her art without promising a guaranteed happily-ever-after.

via Rolling Stone|

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entertainment1 month ago•6 min saved

Gracie Abrams’ Producer Clarifies ‘Death Wish’ Isn’t About Taylor Swift

Gracie Abrams’ producer Aaron Dessner has shut down speculation that the track “Death Wish” from her album Daughter from Hell is about Taylor Swift, explaining it was written about a friend’s ex in a bad relationship and not about Swift; Abrams previously described the song as addressing a narcissistic partner, and the discussion resurfaced after a social post referencing Swift’s circle, though Dessner says he doesn’t know the person the song references.

via Just Jared|

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music1 month ago•21 min saved

Dessner Sets Straight: Death Wish Isn’t About Taylor Swift

Aaron Dessner tells Billboard that Gracie Abrams’ Death Wish is not about Taylor Swift; the studio version predates the Secret of Us era, and it was written about a friend in a bad relationship. He discusses how they work together, Abrams’ artistic focus, his onstage cameos with Noah Kahan, and why they don’t overtly discuss real-life subjects when writing songs.

via Billboard|

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entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

Gracie Abrams Cuts Deep in a Quiet, Confessional New Album

Gracie Abrams' third album, Daughter From Hell, pairs razor-sharp, confessional lyrics with hushed, understated production by Aaron Dessner. While standout tracks like Hit The Wall, Good Reason, and Look At My Life demonstrate strong writing, the overall 16-track set remains atmospheric but underpowered, leaving the listener craving a bolder delivery to match its dark, coming-of-age themes.

via BBC|

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music1 month ago•30 min saved

Gracie Abrams Battles Self-Imposed Limits on Her New Album

Gracie Abrams’ third album Daughter from Hell showcases her stunning vocal range and expressive delivery, but the review argues her songwriting doesn’t rise to the same level, leaning into serious ballads and self-serious moments despite standout spots like Look at My Life and Minibar. Produced in part by Aaron Dessner and Dan Nigro, the record highlights Abrams’ vocal prowess while suggesting she’s her own biggest obstacle by not fully pushing into more adventurous musical territory.

via Consequence of Sound|

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music1 month ago•17 min saved

Gracie Abrams Transforms Pain Into Power on Daughter From Hell

Gracie Abrams' third album Daughter From Hell digs deeper into her inner world with a bolder, guitar-forward sound co-produced with Aaron Dessner and featuring collaborations with Paul Mescal; spanning 16 tracks, it pairs razor-sharp storytelling with bigger textures—from the title-track’s raw rocker to intimate ballads like Imaginary Friend—while witty moments like Mini Bar balance the darkness, marking Abrams’ strongest, most mature work yet.

via Rolling Stone|

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music3 months ago•14 min saved

Gracie Abrams Unveils Third Album Daughter From Hell With Dessner

Gracie Abrams announced her third studio album, Daughter From Hell, produced and written with Aaron Dessner, due July 17; the lead single 'Hit the Wall' drops May 14, and Abrams describes taking her time with the material, inspired by Taylor Swift’s pace, while previewing several new songs live.

via Rolling Stone|

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music3 months ago•41 min saved

Noah Kahan Confronts Fame and OCD on The Great Divide

Noah Kahan discusses his new album The Great Divide, produced with Aaron Dessner, as a personal chronicle of fame, mental health, and creative renewal. After a difficult Joshua Tree period and an OCD diagnosis, he and collaborators shaped a record rooted in Vermont life and intimate storytelling; the album features Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 as he navigates balancing public life with private boundaries and his Busyhead Project.

via Rolling Stone|

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music8 months ago•1 min saved

Gracie Abrams, Bon Iver, and Aaron Dessner Release Charity Single 'Sold Out' to Honor Gun Violence Victims

Bon Iver, Gracie Abrams, and Aaron Dessner collaborated on the song 'Sold Out' to benefit the organization Everytown, aiming to raise awareness and support for gun violence prevention in the wake of recent school shootings. The song is available for purchase on Bandcamp and marks the first formal collaboration between Vernon and Abrams.

via Pitchfork|

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music2 years ago•6 min saved

"Exploring Taylor Swift's Musical Evolution: From 'Tortured Poets' to Hauntingly Brilliant Songs"

Taylor Swift's new album, The Tortured Poets Department, is a concept album exploring the five stages of grief and is a "secret double album" with 31 songs. The album addresses Swift's personal life, including her breakup with Joe Alwyn and new relationship with Travis Kelce. It features collaborations with Florence Welch and continues Swift's tradition of emotional track fives. The album's muted aesthetic combines elements of her previous works, and it includes references to mental health and self-perception.

via Pitchfork|

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music2 years ago•7 min saved

"Gracie Abrams Harnesses Crowd Response on Eras Tour to Shape Next Album After Best New Artist Grammy Nom"

Singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams, known for her debut album "Good Riddance," is nominated for Best New Artist at the 66th annual Grammy Awards. Abrams, who has been working on her next album with producer Aaron Dessner, expressed her excitement and gratitude for the nomination. She recently collaborated with fellow nominee Noah Kahan on a duet. Abrams also discussed her friendship with Taylor Swift and the impact of touring on her music. Her upcoming album, influenced by her experiences on tour, is nearing completion and promises a more playful and energetic sound.

via Variety|

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music3 years ago•3 min saved

Ed Sheeran Teams Up with Aaron Dessner for Rapidly Approaching 'Autumn Variations' Album

Ed Sheeran has announced his upcoming album "Autumn Variations," produced by Aaron Dessner and set to be released on September 29. Inspired by composer Edward Elgar's Enigma Variations, the album features 14 songs that capture the highs and lows of life changes experienced by Sheeran and his friends. This album is a continuation of Sheeran's collaboration with Dessner, and it will be released on Sheeran's label, Gingerbread Man Records.

via Rolling Stone|

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music3 years ago•2 min saved

Taylor Swift's Memorable Live Debut and Lyrics Mishap at Santa Clara Concert

Taylor Swift teamed up with Aaron Dessner for the first live performance of "Right Where You Left Me" during her Eras Tour in Santa Clara. Swift warned the crowd that it was a challenging song to play live, but despite some lyrical mishaps, she delivered a heartfelt performance. This isn't the first time Dessner has joined Swift on stage during the tour, and she also surprised fans with the first live performance of "Castles Crumbling" from her album Speak Now (Taylor's Version). The Eras Tour will continue in Santa Clara and conclude with shows at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium.

via Billboard|

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music3 years ago•1 min saved

Taylor Swift and Aaron Dessner Perform Live in Santa Clara with "Right Where You Left Me"

Taylor Swift performed the debut live performance of "Right Where You Left Me" with Aaron Dessner during her Eras Tour stop in Santa Clara, California. Swift admitted that the song is one of the most difficult in her catalog to play live. They initially made a mistake but restarted and continued. Swift also performed the first-ever live rendition of "Castles Crumbling" from Speak Now (Taylor's Version) solo on piano. Dessner has made several appearances during the tour, and Swift has one more show in Santa Clara before heading to Los Angeles for the final leg of the tour.

via Rolling Stone|

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music3 years ago•2 min saved

"Taylor Swift's L.A. Eras Tour Kicks Off with Aaron Dessner's Support"

Taylor Swift kicked off her eight-show run at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium for her Eras tour with a surprise appearance by Aaron Dessner of The National. They performed the live debut of "Right Where You Left Me" from Swift's 2020 album evermore, which Dessner co-produced and co-wrote. Swift also performed the live debut of "Castles Crumbling" from her re-recorded album Speak Now. The tour will continue in Mexico City and then move on to South America, Asia, and Europe.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

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