Gracie Abrams is back, and she’s brought an entire universe with her. Her sophomore album, The Secret Of Us, is a wondrous feat of both sound and storytelling. Hot on the heels of her wildly successful debut full-lenth, Good Riddance, Abrams’ new record showcases the sensational steps she’s made over the past year. The new album is her most ambitious yet, showing her evolution as a songwriter and vocalist in its most extroverted form. Teaming up once again with her trusted friend Aaron Dessner, and writing alongside her best friend, Audrey Hobert, The Secret Of Us pulsates with the raw immediacy of intimate conversation, reflecting the transformative experience of her live performances.

Since her entrance in 2019, Abrams has won over audiences with her emotionally rich storytelling, earning praise from the likes of Taylor Swift, Lorde, Billie Eilish, and Olivia Rodrigo. This year, she snagged a big-time nomination for Best New Artist at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards, a signal of her soaring trajectory. Abrams, who cites Joni Mitchell as a seminal influence, began writing songs at the tender age of eight. Her deeply personal lyrics and DIY ethos quickly built a dedicated following, with influential critics and websites touting her as a rising star. Vogue UK even named her one of seven breakout female musicians to watch.

Her debut EP, minor, dropped in summer 2020 to critical acclaim. NME lauded its “painfully honest tales of heartbreak draped in delicate melodies,” setting Abrams apart from the typical singer-songwriter fare. Following up with This Is What It Feels Like in November 2021, the singer dove deeper into themes of self-betrayal, insecurity, and disconnection across twelve tracks. After a sold-out North American tour, she plunged into making Good Riddance, which came out in early 2023. The album’s release was met with a frenzy, such a big deal she sold out her North American headline tour in under an hour. Abrams also joined Taylor Swift on select dates of her monumental Eras Tour, a partnership set to continue when the tour returns to North America later this year.

Now, with The Secret Of Us, Gracie Abrams stands at the precipice of even greater heights. It’s an invitation to witness the world through her eyes. Each song feels like we’re getting a peek at her diary, every lyric a whisper of secrets shared in the quiet moments between friends. And as she takes us along on this voyage, one thing is certain - Gracie Abrams is a name we’ll be hearing from for years to come.