Courtney Marie Andrews' Honest Life Out Today!

Thursday, 19th January 2017

The European release date for Courtney Marie Andrews' Honest Life has finally arrived. You'll see below a small selection of some of our favourite words written about Courtney's new album. If you still haven't picked up a copy of the record, find CDs and luxurious 180g turquoise vinyl over in the Loose Shop (here) or downloads from all the usual spots.Courtney kicks off her European tour on 21 February, opening for The Handsome Family, followed by her own headlining dates. Details and ticket links here.

"an absolutely perfect little gem of an album - every song here sparkles - a truly substantial talent" ★★★★★THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

"a gifted songsmith who can easily conjure longing and regret - classic country territory - but leavens that ache with humour, a little wisdom and a sure feel for melody" ★★★★MOJO

"magnificent"FOLK RADIO

"a tremendously gifted songwriter"VINYL ME, PLEASE

"Gripping folk-country confessionals"★★★★UNCUT

"the best songwriter you’ve never heard of - She writes with such empathy and insight that she gives Lucinda a run for her money."AMERICAN SONGWRITER

"Andrews melds dovetailing, Joni Mitchell-like melodies with pin-sharp lyrics that recall the pre-didactic Laura Marling, over a country sound bed of keening pedal steel and cascading piano. It makes for a stunning combination."★★★★THE TIMES

"excellent songs, expertly written, but Andrews’ voice is what makes them unforgettable - elegant and deeply moving"PASTE MAGAZINE

"one of the best songwriting performances you can find in the modern era." 9/10SAVING COUNTRY MUSIC

"one of the brightest things to have emerged during a challenging year - stunning"THE INDEPENDENT

"a tremendous song collection"AMERICAN STANDARD TIME

"a singular voice, one that can only be understood by being heard"THE BLUEGRASS SITUATION

"Andrews channels classic icons beautifully"NPR

★★★★Q

"This looks like the point where she stops being a well kept secret and makes a real breakthrough"★★★★LONDON EVENING STANDARD

"a singer who delivers truths from the heart and takes her listeners on a journey that they will never wish to forget" ★★★★★MUSIC-NEWS