Laura Stevenson shares a new voice on her fourth album, Cocksure, slated for release October 30th via Don Giovanni Records. Produced by long-time friend and collaborator Jeff Rosenstock of Bomb The Music Industry!, engineered by Joe Rogers at Room 17, and mixed/mastered by Jack Shirley, the album represents a new era for the songwriter. Where 2013’s Wheel harkened to Stevenson’s folk and country leanings, Cocksure is a straightforward, to the point, emboldened rock and roll album.

 

When it comes down to it, Cocksure thrives on spontaneity. It takes the delicate uncertainty of her previous work and weaves it into something confident, colorful and alive. “Jellyfish” is an irresistible, gritty punk track that touches upon themes of self-imposed exile, anxiety and the search for comfort in the midst of it all. “Emily In Half” is a paradox of a song, strapped with bright, catchy melodies that cunningly play over dark, emotive lyrics. Lead single “Torch Song” is at once anthemic, seductive and honest, challenging the subject to test her.

 

“Torch Song” premiered with SPIN.

 

Joined by musicians Mike Campbell, Alex Billig, Peter Naddeo and Samantha Niss, Cocksure was mostly recorded live, resulting in a raw, spontaneous feeling that makes the album an accumulation of Stevenson’s journey, on and off the stage. After more than a year of national and worldwide touring alongside reputable acts including Against Me!, The Go-Go’s, Cursive’s Tim Kasher and The Gaslight Anthem, Laura Stevenson will kick off a national fall tour on October 14 in DC. Be sure to catch her in a city near you!

 

Track Listing:

1. Out With A Whimper
2. Torch Song
3. Jellyfish
4. Ticker Tape
5. Emily In Half
6. Diet Of Worms
7. Happier, Etc
8. Fine Print
9. Claustrophobe
10. Life Is Long
11. Tom Sawyer You Know Where You Can Find Me

 

Laura Stevenson National Tour Dates:

10/14: Washington, DC @ Rock & Roll Hotel

10/15: Carrboro, NC @ Cat’s Cradle

10/16: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade

10/17: Jacksonville, FL @ 1904 Music Hall

10/18: Tampa, FL @ New World Brewery

10/19: Orlando, FL @ The Social

10/21: New Orleans, LA @ House Of Blues Lounge

10/22: Houston, TX @ Rudyards

10/23: Dallas, TX @ Gas Monkey Bar & Grill

10/24: Austin, TX @ The North Door

10/26: Phoenix, AZ @ The Rebel Lounge

10/28: San Diego, CA @ The Casbah

10/29: Los Angeles, CA @ Echo

10/30: San Luis Obispo, CA @ SLO Brewing Co.

10/31: Sacramento, CA @ Harlow’s

11/1: San Francisco, CA @ Rickshaw Stop

11/3: Seattle, WA @ Tractor Tavern

11/4: Portland, OR @ Dante’s

11/6: Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court

11/7: Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive

11/9: Des Moines, IA @ Vaudeville Mews

11/10: St. Paul, MN @ Turf Club

11/12: Chicago, IL @ Subterranean

11/13: Nashville, TN @ The High Watt

11/14: Akron, OH @ Musica

11/17: Columbus, OH @ Rumba Cafe

11/18: Philadelphia, PA @ The Foundry @ Fillmore

11/19: Boston, MA @ Middle East Downstairs

11/20: Kingston, NY @ BSP Kingston

11/21: New York, NY @ Webster Hall Marlin Room

 

Photo Credit: Christopher Hainey