“She has a lot of vulnerability and strength that is apparent when she performs… she comes from a very rootsy, earthy real family… there’s no pageantry in her… she sings because she needs to sing, not because she wants to be famous.” – Keith Urban
“At the center of it all is Harrison’s mature, soulful vocal and lyrics.” – Rolling Stone
“Kree Harrison Makes a Stunning Debut. American Idol Runner-Up’s Album, This Old Thing, Was Worth the Wait.” – CMT
“This is one of the more varied albums I’ve heard from a female vocalist this year.” – Sounds Like Nashville
Kree is featured in CMT.com, People, Taste Of Country, The Boot, The Bluebird’s Change The Conversation show and more
Nashville based independent label and publisher Plaid Flag Music is lining up a U.S. promotional tour to support the release of Texas native Kree Harrison’s 13- track debut album, This Old Thing, now available on iTunes, as well as all streaming services.
“After years of living in Nashville, being inspired, learning, trying to figure out my own journey, I’m proud to say, I know I’ve made the record when and how I was supposed to. I’m so excited to share it with everyone!” said Harrison.
Harrison quickly became a fan favorite while appearing on Season twelve of American Idol in the spring of 2013. Americans became instantly enchanted with the songstress, helping her to finish as one of the top two finalists. The audience was mesmerized by Harrison’s seemingly effortless vocals and humble attitude – as well as those who served on the judges’ panel. “She has a lot of vulnerability and strength that is apparent when she performs. She comes from a very roots-y, earthy, real family and I think that’s what’s apparent in what she does. There’s no pageantry in her,” said Keith Urban, American Idol judge and champion of the Texas singer. “She sings because she needs to sing. Not because she wants to be famous.”
Harrison has performed with numerous artists from Urban to Aretha Franklin and has also collaborated with many of Nashville’s top tunesmiths. She has made a name for herself with her stunning background harmony work since her move to Nashville from Woodville, Texas in 2002. On Harrison’s debut album, Kate York, Lucie Silvas and close friend and fellow Texan Kacey Musgraves returned the favor by adding background vocals on Harrison’s record.
Harrison signed publishing and recording contracts with Plaid Flag Music in 2015 and immediately began the creative process. Harrison recorded at Echo Mountain Recording Studio in Asheville, N.C. where she worked closely with friend and Plaid Flag writer Benjy Davis (Lost Souls Like Us) to complete the project. Davis teamed up with Jordan Lehning (whose work has been featured on material by artists such as Alison Krauss, George Jones, and Aubrie Sellers) to co-produce the album. The vintage feel of the studio – coupled with Harrison’s timeless vocals on each of the 13 tracks – definitely proves to be a powerful combination. The debut single, “This Old Thing,” with a simultaneously released music video, lays down chunky grooves and a horn section. “At the center of it all is Harrison’s mature, soulful vocal and lyrics,” says Rolling Stone magazine. Harrison is following up with “Dead Man’s House,” a slinky blues tune that sounds like it comes straight out of Muscle Shoals which is now available on iTunes and streaming services.
A multi-city U.S. promotional tour for the singer is set to launch this fall and will include stops in Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Chicago and more. Follow Kree on social media or visit her website for more information and tour schedule.
Track list:
This Old Thing (Kree Harrison, Benjy Davis, Amanda Wilkinson, Tyler Wilkinson)Something Else (Kree Harrison, Benjy Davis, Sonia Leigh)Dead Man’s House (Kree Harrison, Benjy Davis, Mike Walker)Drinking for Two (Kree Harrison, Benjy Davis, Mike Walker)Outta My Mind (Kree Harrison, Benjy Davis, Chris Gelbuda)Something in the Middle (Kree Harrison, Brett Tyler, Lucie Silvas)The Time I’ve Wasted (Lori McKenna, Liz Rose, Jesse Walker)Every Time I Fall in Love (Sarah Buxton, Al Anderson, Ken Johnson)I’ve Got Time (Kree Harrison, Brett Tyler, Chase McGill, Eric Snyder)Your Whiskey (Kree Harrison, Brett Tyler, Eric Snyder, Maren Morris)He Called Me Baby (Harlan Howard)Wanted It That Way (Kree Harrison, Natalie Hemby, Trent Dabbs)How to Dance (Maren Morris, Lucie Silvas, Ashley Ray, Jenn Decilveo)
Connect with Kree Harrison:
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/plaid-flag-records/sets/this-old-thing/s-rXBn0
EPK clip: https://vimeo.com/171846443
Website: www.kreeharrisonofficial.com
Twitter: @kreeharrison
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialKreeHarrison
Instagram: @KreeHarrison
For bookings or upcoming shows: Buddy Lee Attractions | www.buddyleeattractions.com.
Connect with Plaid Flag:
Website: www.plaidflagmusic.com
Twitter: @PlaidFlagMusic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plaidflag
Instagram: @plaidflagmusic
About Kree Harrison
Harrison began writing songs at the age of fourteen and often found herself in writing sessions with Nashville’s hit writers. At sixteen, Harrison landed her first publishing deal with Chrysalis Records. She performed across local venues in Nashville such as the legendary Bluebird Cafe, as well as songwriter performance rights organization BMI’s showcases such as the Key West Songwriters Festival and the San Destin Music Festival. She also sang backup vocals on Kacey Musgraves’ album, “Same Trailer Different Park” and Eli Young Band’s album, “Life At Best.” In 2013 Harrison auditioned in Oklahoma City, OK for American Idol Season 12. She would eventually make it to the final round of the show before being deemed the runner up of the season. Harrison toured with “American Idol Live!” until her contract obligations released her of any further commitment and returned to Nashville, TN to further pursue her writing and solo artist career. Her new album, This Old Thing, is now available.
About Plaid Flag Music
Plaid Flag Music, established in February 2014, is a Nashville-based company specializing in writing and publishing with an in house studio and engineer. Plaid Flag consistently demonstrates its dedication to nurturing and creating the best music by making smart decisions free of shortcuts and fads. The accomplishments they have gained in a short time are only a preview of what is to come for this innovative company. Plaid Flag Records was formed in 2015 and signed Kree Harrison as their first talent.
For more information, please visit http://plaidflagmusic.com.
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