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Mary Chapin Carpenter has released a new single titled ‘Home Is A Song’ featuring Anaïs Mitchell, ahead of her upcoming album, ‘Personal History.’ Set to be released soon, this marks Carpenter’s 17th studio album and showcases her rich storytelling through autobiographical themes. The album was produced by Josh Kaufman and recorded live in England. Following the album’s release, Carpenter will embark on a tour with Brandy Clark, covering various iconic venues across the country, adding to her illustrious career highlighted by multiple Grammy Awards.
Nashville, TN – Prominent singer-songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter has unveiled a new track titled “Home Is A Song,” which features the talents of Anaïs Mitchell. This release marks an exciting milestone as it is part of Carpenter’s upcoming album, “Personal History,” set to drop on June 6, 2025, with pre-orders currently available.
The latest single follows Carpenter’s previous release, “Bitter Ender,” which garnered acclaim from industry insiders for its acoustic style and Carpenter’s distinct smoky alto voice. “Personal History” is Carpenter’s 17th studio album and showcases an extensive collaboration with renowned producer Josh Kaufman, known for his work with notable artists such as Bonny Light Horseman, Bob Weir, and The National.
All tracks for the album were recorded live at Peter Gabriel’s Real World Studios located in Bath, England. Featuring a total of eleven songs, the album’s tracklisting embraces autobiographical themes, encapsulating Carpenter’s diverse and rich storytelling style.
Interestingly, Carpenter draws inspiration from the novel “My Name is Lucy Barton” by Elizabeth Strout, which reflects her sentiment that artists frequently convey a core narrative through various forms of expression.
Following the launch of “Personal History,” Carpenter will embark on a summer and fall tour, sharing the stage with Grammy Award-winning artist Brandy Clark. The tour is scheduled to kick off on June 9 in Portland, Oregon, and will feature performances at iconic venues across the country including New York’s Town Hall, Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, and Los Angeles’ Wilshire Ebell Theatre.
Additional tour highlights include Carpenter’s performances at the Newport Folk Festival on July 27 and the Bourbon & Beyond Festival in Louisville, Kentucky, on September 12. The complete tour itinerary includes multiple cities throughout the United States, showcasing sold-out performances at several prestigious locations.
Throughout her illustrious career, Carpenter has achieved significant milestones, selling over 17 million records and earning five Grammy Awards along with a total of 18 nominations. Her accolades also include two CMA Awards, two ACM Awards, and induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Her last solo recording, “One Night Lonely (Live),” received a nomination for Best Folk Album at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards while her most recent collaborative album, “Looking For The Thread,” with Scottish folk artists Karine Polwart and Julie Fowlis, was met with critical acclaim.
In addition to her musical pursuits, Carpenter hosts a popular podcast titled “Hope is a Muscle,” where she engages in conversations with various personalities. The podcast has achieved significant popularity, ranking in the top five music podcasts on both Apple and Spotify platforms.
The release of “Home Is A Song” and the subsequent album “Personal History” follows a five-year gap since Carpenter’s last studio work, “The Dirt And The Stars.” As fans eagerly anticipate this new chapter in her career, Carpenter’s contributions to the country and folk music scenes continue to resonate widely.
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