If you follow the social channels of Ann & Nancy this isn’t news for you. Both sisters have used their time at home for making new music.
Ann and her Revolution
Ann kicks off the string of new releases tomorrow October 20th for a yet unknown project. Broadcast Music Inc tweeted last week welcoming her and saying they “Can’t wait for your new music to be released on 10/20!” Ann herself announced that something is coming by saying The Revolution Starts Now and posting this fitting headshot:
On October 5th she also issued a video from a studio in Seattle where she was recording a bunch of new songs.
Updated October 21 2020: the new single is here! It can be purchased at https://annwilson.com/rev (also as a 7 inch vinyl)
Ann was interviewed by Rolling Stone: Ahead of the 2020 presidential election, Heart’s Ann Wilson has dropped a cover of Steve Earle’s “The Revolution Starts Now.” Originally the title track to Earle’s 2004 album, Wilson’s rendition stays true to the former, but with a sense of urgency that arrives like a jolt to the heart. Click here for the interview.
Nancy releases single October 23rd
Nancy tweeted this earlier this month: “Excited to announce that I will be releasing my first ever solo album in early 2021 (March for now) on my new label, Carry On Music! The journey starts with the release of my rendition of Bruce Springsteen’s “The Rising” on October 23.”
From the label: “There have been so many times I was asked about when I would ever put out a solo album,” she explains. “Well, the time is now. Having been unable to tour and having spent so much time at home has made a good space for creating new music.” Nancy plays guitar and sings on all the songs on the entire album. The first single to be released is her stunning rendition of Bruce Springsteen’s “The Rising.” “I’ve also covered a few favorite songs, and because of these troubled times we’re living in, ‘The Rising’ has been on my mind,” Nancy continues. “I wanted to make something uplifting and aspirational for those of us who are suffering with all this sickness and loss. I hope this song can help lift our spirits.” Tom Lipsky, President of Carry On Music, commented “We are proud and excited that Nancy has chosen Carry On Music to bring her first solo body of work to fans around the world. The album is deep, the lyrics inspire, and the music is beautifully crafted. Fans will love this album!”
Added October 22nd 2002: Nancy’s new single is in the post above.
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