Kristin Hersh returns with Sugar On Blackstone, a darker yet delicately rendered album rooted in the landscapes and memories of Providence, Rhode Island. Having found herself living on Hope Street for the third time in her life, Hersh channels that sense of circular return into songs that explore life and death, enrichment and poverty, and the small but defining moments of childhood that continue to echo into adulthood.
The record is spare and intimate, built largely around the gothic cello of long-term collaborator Pete Harvey, with understated rhythmic support lending the songs an introspective, graceful calm despite their frequently weighty subject matter. Fans of Throwing Muses' quieter, more hushed moments will find much to love here — Sugar On Blackstone showcases Hersh's singular ability to find beauty and precision in darkness, crafting songs that feel both deeply personal and universally resonant.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Color Vinyl
- Release Date: 09/18/2026
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