Jensen McRae makes authentic folk-pop the internet can't resist
- Jensen McRae, a 27-year-old California-raised singer-songwriter, released her folk-pop sophomore album I Don't Know How, But They Found Me on a Friday in 2024.
- She signed with Dead Oceans last year, the same label representing Phoebe Bridgers, after gaining attention with her debut EP and viral TikTok videos.
- The album, produced by Brad Cook in North Carolina and finished last spring, explores resilience and personal memories, concluding with the song Massachusetts.
- Cook expressed high admiration for Jensen’s work, saying he was impressed on all fronts, while McRae characterized their 10-day recording session as an exceptional learning experience.
- McRae has maintained creative focus despite internet fame, with her emotionally honest songs resonating widely and suggesting continued growth in her career.
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Jensen McRae makes authentic folk-pop the internet can't resist
California-raised singer-songwriter Jensen McRae makes folk-pop the internet adores. Her second studio album, “I Don’t Know How, But They Found Me!", is out Friday.
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