Jensen McRae at Irving Plaza

THE PRAYING FOR YOUR DOWNFALL TOUR

After a painful heartbreak, the American singer-songwriter JENSEN MCRAE is taking the time to “Praying For Your Downfall.” Hoping that her ex gets what they deserve, she’s already shed all the negative thoughts attached. Now, it’s time to let go. On her new album, “I Don't Know How But They Found Me!,” the singer navigates an emotional rollercoaster ready to surrender — giving up on the devastation and furious moments that a breakup brings. This year, she’s taking all these energies to the road on The Praying For Your Downfall Tour. 

NAVIGATING A NEW ERA

The singer is all set to bring this era to life for all of her fans. With a series of shows across North America, get ready to hear her new songs live on stage. Sing along, shed a tear, and let it all out, it’s a safe space brought to you by Jensen McRae. Whatever you’re going through, you’ll find peace through the singer’s relatable and emotionally-driven lyrical tales. 

Her song “Praying For Your Downfall” follows the album’s first single “Massachusetts.” McRae tells Rolling Stone that “complicate the normal way we think about breakup songs,” while explaining that usually it’s about being furious or immensely devastated, but these two tracks “are both about the less intense feelings, like the moments of surrender when you realize you have to give up on being devastated and furious.”

These two singles are also said to be the “furthest along in the healing process.” As a whole, her new album tells a narrative of her life over the last three years while finding some time to create pop bangers along the way. Recognizing life’s unpredictability, this record is all about accepting that there will always be tough times as good times naturally always come as well. “It’s going to get bad again, but it’s also going to get good again,” she told Rolling Stone.

WHAT CRITICS SAY

Jensen McRae is one of the biggest rising names in music today. Critics have compared her artistry to folk artists including Tracy Chapman, as she’s also an alto and have music described as “folk-alternative-pop.” 

• “Her rich, soothing voice complements the poised rebellion rooted in her socially and politically conscious lyrics,” said WNUR. 
• “a raw, charged dive into betrayal that’s impossible not to be moved by, it’s a gorgeously deft example of Jensen’s capabilities,” wrote DIY Magazine, highlighting the album’s track “Tuesday.”

RISING IN NEW YORK

With a new album behind her back, she’s all set to serve up emotionally-charged shows that’ll have your souls struck by her melodic masterpieces. Of course, she isn’t missing out on NEW YORK CITY. Performing at the Irving Plaza on Tuesday, October 14th, get ready for a beautiful night of songs that navigate heartbreak and moving on. It might be a downfall, but McRae is always ready to rise once again. 

The Irving Plaza is renowned as one of the best concert venues in the country, an iconic space for its ballroom-style hall that makes an intimate night packed with energy. Right in the heart of the city, it’s the place to be for a night out with plenty of food & drink options nearby.

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