Julia Jacklin, the Australian singer-songwriter, is back with her highly anticipated second album, The Gem, set for release on September 25th. This follows her successful debut on 4AD Records, and the first single, 'Get Away From Me (I Think I'll Love You Soon)', has already been released, showcasing her signature blend of catchy melodies and meaningful lyrics. The album was recorded in a converted hotel room above a Melbourne pub, aptly named The Gem, adding a layer of symbolism to the project.
In an interview, Jacklin described the process as a metaphorical 'digging' experience, emphasizing the element of trust and exploration. This sentiment resonates with the album's title and the overall artistic journey. The 10-track album is a testament to her songwriting prowess, with a mix of jangle rock and melodic guitar noodling, creating a familiar yet unique sound.
The album's release is accompanied by a tour, with North America and Europe on the itinerary. Jacklin's live performances are sure to captivate audiences, as she brings her distinct style to the stage. The tour dates are as follows:
- 10/20 — San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park
- 10/22 — Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
- 10/23 — San Francisco, CA @ The Castro Theatre
- 10/26 — Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom
- 10/27 — Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom
- 10/28 — Seattle, WA @ The Moore Theatre
- 10/30 — Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall
- 10/31 — Denver, CO @ Gothic Theatre
- 11/02 — Dallas, TX @ Studio at Bomb Factory
- 11/03 — Austin, TX @ RADIO/EAST
- 11/04 — Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall (Downstairs)
- 11/06 — Atlanta, GA @ Variety Playhouse
- 11/07 — Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
- 11/09 — Raleigh, NC @ Cat’s Cradle
- 11/10 — Washington, DC @ Lincoln Theatre
- 11/11 — Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr. Small’s Theatre
- 11/13 — Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
- 11/14 — Chicago, IL @ The Riviera Theatre
- 11/15 — Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall
- 11/17 — Montreal, QC @ Théâtre Beanfield
- 11/19 — Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
- 11/20 — Boston, MA @ Royale
- 11/21 — Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
- 02/13 — Birmingham, UK @ Town Hall
- 02/14 — Manchester, UK @ Albert Hall
- 02/15 — Dublin, Ireland @ National Stadium
- 02/17 — Glasgow, UK @ Barrowland Ballroom
- 02/18 — Bristol, UK @ Beacon
- 02/19 — London, UK @ Eventim Apollo
- 02/21 — Brussels, Belgium @ Botanique
- 02/22 — Berlin, Germany @ Festsaal Kreuzberg
- 02/23 — Hamburg, Germany @ Kent Club
- 02/24 — Copenhagen, Denmark @ DR Koncerthuset
- 02/26 — Amsterdam, Netherlands @ Paradiso
- 02/27 — Paris, France @ Cabaret Sauvage
- 03/01 — Barcelona, Spain @ La [2] de Apolo
- 03/02 — Madrid, Spain @ Sala Mon Live
- 03/03 — Lisbon, Portugal @ LAV
The album's tracklist includes 'Brand New', 'God Sometimes', 'If I Had The Hand Of God', and more, each song a testament to Jacklin's artistic growth and evolution. The Gem is an album that promises to be a significant addition to the indie-rock landscape, and fans are eagerly awaiting its release.
