New York, NY (Top40 Charts/ Girlie Action Media & Marketing) Danish songwriter/composer
Agnes Obel is pleased to announce her latest EP, iTunes Live From Paris, released exclusively through iTunes on May 31st. Recorded at the iTunes Opera Store in Paris in March, the EP features some of Agnes' classic tracks from her debut record, Philharmonics, as well as Agnes' haunting take on Elliott Smith's "Between The Bars." Click HERE to hear the track on Soundcloud.
"It's a rarity: a new album that...is great from beginning to end."- Chris Douridas, KCRW
"Obel's music is as sparse as the snow-swept Scandinavian backcountry, and mostly scored for piano, voice and an occasional cello or harp. Yet it brims with a barely concealed passion that has helped make her quiet riot-in-the-heart album a huge European seller. " - Time Magazine
"...offers a stark, minimalist palette reminiscent of Cat Power and Joanna Newsom." - Details
To coincide with the release, Agnes Obel will be touring the U.S. in June. Agnes' new tour will feature extensive runs along the east and West Coast (see full tour dates below). Anges Obel will also be performing on KCRW's signature daily music show, Morning Becomes Eclectic on Friday, June 3rd.
The last year has been a whirlwind for Agnes Obel. Since releasing her debut record, Philharmonics on PIAS America earlier this year, the Danish songstress has turned heads worldwide. Stripped down and centered around her evocative voice, Philharmonics has stood out as a fan and critic favorite. Comparing Agnes to artists like PJ Harvey, Joanna Newson and even Roy Orbison, Agnes has earned praise from a wide range of critics, including Time Magazine, KCRW, Details, Perez Hilton, and NYLON. Anges has also has become something of a phenomenon overseas, going platinum (100.000 albums) in France, double platinum in Denmark, and sold out venues across Europe. And with Agnes returning with iTunes Live From Paris, Agnes' music is sure to turn more heads.
Agnes Obel Tour Dates:
6/4: SANTA MONICA, CA @ -McCabe's
6/6: HOLLYWOOD, CA @ Hotel Cafe - 8pm
6/7: SAN FRANCISCO, CA @ Rickshaw
6/9: PORTLAND, OR @ Alberta Rose Theatre
6/10: SEATTLE, WA @ Freemont Abbey Center
6/13: WASHINGTON, DC @ Sixth & I
6/14: NEW YORK, NY @ Joe's Pub
6/15: PHILADELPHIA, PA @ Tin Angel
Tracklisting:
1.Over The Hill
2. Riverside
3. Katie Cruel
4. Just So
5. Between The Bars (Elliott Smith Cover)
6. Philharmonics
