Spacebomb Records has signed artist Jackie Cohen and will release her debut EP on June 29, 2018. Cohen is the latest artist to sign to Spacebomb Records joining a roster that includes Bedouine, Andy Jenkins and more.
Produced by Jonathan Rado, Brian D’Addario, & Michael D’Addario, who also serve as the backing band behind Cohen’s vocals. Jackie Cohen gave us a little taste of what’s to come when she released a teaser of her new music today.
This first EP, ‘Tacoma Night Terrors Part 1: I’ve Got the Blues’, gives us an up close and personal listen to the wonderful tone of Jackie’s voice.
The first song is called ‘Bold’. It starts with what almost sounds like a 4 track recording with tape hiss and everything that comes along with any type of analog recording. I don’t consider tape hiss a bad thing. Especially if you are using it as a part of your artistic expression. I think it’s bold to start the EP off with it, and I think it’s a move that pays off. Frankly, it brought me in closer to Jackie’s voice.
The second song, ‘Darlin’, is an absolute highlight for me. Jackie’s double tracked vocals on the lines “my love” are mesmerizing. She nails the choruses that would make Dolly Parton grin in appreciation. The little three second drum shuffles at the end of the choruses are a great drop in for the song. To be honest, I love everything Jackie and the production team have done here.
‘Maddy’ is the next song on the record. I really like the vibe on this song. It has an early 80’s, Motels meets Lana Del Rey type of vibe on it. While ‘Darlin’ is my favorite song, I feel like ‘Maddy’ should be pushed as a single. It’s just so damn catchy.
The EP closes with the throwback feel of ‘Ladies Man’. This song stays true clocking in at 1:37. Best part for me.. Middle of the song she asks herself a question. I love the space to give herself time to ponder the answer before going back to the song and it’s ending.
Overall this brief offering leaves me wanting to hear more. Also leaves me wanting to hear Jackie perform these songs live. I look forward to both.
Spacebomb Records is an independent record label based in Richmond, VA, co-founded by Matthew E. White in 2012. The label has released notable albums by Matthew E. White, Natalie Prass among others. The label’s first release, White’s own Big Inner, garnered widespread attention and propelled the label to international recognition
Cohen also announced various tour dates with Andy Jenkins, Alex Cameron and Rubber Band Gun and Emily Panic:
Jun 27 – Los Angeles, CA – The Echo ^
Jul 15 – Denver, CO – Lost Lake Lounge
Jul 17 – St. Louis, MO – Kranzberg Arts Center
Jul 18 – Chicago, IL – Hideout
Jul 19 – Cleveland, OH – Grog Shop *
Jul 20 – Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace *
Jul 21 – Detroit, MI – El Club *
Jul 24 – Indianapolis, IN – Hi Fi *
Jul 25 – Nashville, TN – Basement East *
Jul 26 – Atlanta, GA – Terminal West *
Jul 27 – Asheville, NC – Grey Eagle *
Jul 28 – Richmond, VA – Capital Ale House *
Jul 30 – Baltimore, MD – Metro Gallery *
Jul 31 – Philadelphia, PA – Underground Arts *
Aug 1 – Jersey City, NJ – White Eagle Hall *
Aug 2 – Boston, MA – The Sinclair *
Aug 3 – Brooklyn, NY – Baby’s All Right #
Aug 4 – Burlington, VT – Arts Riot *
^ supporting Andy Jenkins
* supporting Alex Cameron
# with Rubber Band Gun and Emily Panic