Few singer-songwriters capture resilience and raw honesty quite like Katie Crutchfield. Born in Alabama and raised near Waxahatchee Creek, Crutchfield's journey as the artist Waxahatchee has been quite extraordinary. Over a decade ago, she ventured out on her own, and today, with six critically acclaimed albums under her belt, she stands as one of the hardest-working figures in the game.

Crutchfield's musical evolution shows remarkable growth. From lo-fi folk to lush alt-tinged country, her sound has continually evolved while her voice remains constant, honest, and poetic with a Southern lilt. Her fantastic new album, Tigers Blood, marks a significant milestone in Crutchfield's career. After years of sobriety and stability in Kansas City, and countless sacrifices made for her craft, Crutchfield emerges as a powerhouse of introspection and self-exploration. Each track on the album proves her willingness to confront her wins and losses head-on.

During what she calls a "hot hand spell" on tour in 2022, Crutchfield penned most of the songs on the album. Teaming up once again with trusted producer Brad Cook, who played a pivotal role in shaping her sound on 2020’s Saint Cloud, Crutchfield sought to push boundaries yet again.

Recording at Sonic Ranch in Tornillo, Texas, Crutchfield found herself surrounded by a talented ensemble, including Southern indie rock wunderkind MJ Lenderman. Their collaboration on tracks like "Right Back To It" blend elements of country duets with modern indie sensibilities with fantastic results. On both "Bored" and "365," Crutchfield's lyrics, akin to memoirs, cut deep, resonating with raw emotion and vulnerability. On "365" in particular, she delivers a soul-stirring aria, accompanied only by hushed instrumentation, laying bare her innermost struggles and triumphs.