Columbia Records/Sony Music Nashville artist and songwriter Alana Springsteen has announced the release of her highly anticipated live EP ‘Alana Springsteen: Live from NPR’s Tiny Desk.' The four-track project, captured during her summer 2023 appearance on NPR Music’s coveted Tiny Desk Concert series, will drop on December 6.
The EP, recorded live and unedited at NPR Music headquarters, showcases Springsteen’s raw talent and intimate connection with her music.
A Milestone Moment
Reflecting on the experience, Springsteen shared her excitement:
“Being invited to play Tiny Desk by Robin [Hilton] and the team at NPR Music will forever be a highlight of my life. The fact that they connected with my songs enough to want me to play for them means the world,” said Springsteen. “I love the feeling of performing without relying on anything but myself and my band. There’s something so special about delivering songs that way, and we don’t see that enough anymore. That’s why it was so important for me to put this out as a project, as perfectly imperfect as it is.”
Springsteen also expressed gratitude to her bandmates Alec Parrish, Gideon Klein, Daniel Cooper, and Josh Beatty, calling them the “real stars” of the performance.
A Celebration of Music and Storytelling
The EP includes live renditions of fan-favorite tracks as well as new material. Highlights include ‘ghost in my guitar,' a collaboration with Chris Stapleton that was named one of the “25 Nashville Songs That Tell the Story of 2023” by The Tennessean, and the title track, ‘twenty something,' which earned a spot on NPR Music’s “The Best Songs of 2023” list.
Additionally, the EP features an unreleased song, ‘feels good' and a stripped-down version of ‘Hot Honey' her hit collaboration with GRAMMY® Award-winning producer Tiësto.
Tracklist for Alana Springsteen: Live from NPR’s Tiny Desk
- ‘ghost in my guitar (Live from NPR’s Tiny Desk)'
(Alana Springsteen, Ido Zmishlany, Delacey, Sarah Solovay) - ‘hot honey (Live from NPR’s Tiny Desk)'
(Alana Springsteen, Ido Zmishlany, Mags Duval, Cowboy Lansky, Danny Silberstein, Dillon Reed, Nicholas Sarazen, Peter Thomas, Tijs Verwest, Tyler Spry) - ‘feels good (Live from NPR’s Tiny Desk)'
(Alana Springsteen, Mags Duval, Sarah Solovay, Ido Zmishlany) - ‘twenty something (Live from NPR’s Tiny Desk)'
(Alana Springsteen, Liz Rose, AJ Pruis, Trannie Anderson)
A Continuation of a Breakthrough Year
Springsteen, who co-wrote all the tracks on the EP, has had a remarkable year. Her critically acclaimed debut album ‘TWENTY SOMETHING' and its DELUXE edition solidified her reputation as one of country music’s most promising voices.
This EP is a testament to her artistry and her ability to connect deeply with her audience, offering a raw, unfiltered perspective on her music.
Mark Your Calendars
‘Alana Springsteen: Live from NPR’s Tiny Desk' will be available on streaming platforms starting December 6. Fans can look forward to an authentic and soulful listening experience that captures the magic of her Tiny Desk performance.
For more information, visit AlanaSpringsteen.com.
