Louisville songwriter Mark Kramer, known for his stark solo project Tender Mercy, will release his debut 7” on October 17. Following years in Midwest punk bands, Kramer strips his music to its purest form, voice and guitar, capturing the intimacy and solemnity of his live performances. The single’s A-side, “Reincarnation,” reflects on homes being reinvented, while B-side “Fold” meditates on collapse. Minimal overdubs and raw space highlight Kramer’s songwriting in the tradition of Low, Sun Kil Moon, and Grouper. This release builds on Tender Mercy’s acclaimed full-lengths, offering listeners two meditations on the fragile, ever-changing meaning of home.
Upcoming performances:
9/20…Louisville, KY at Art Sanctuary
10/4…Louisville, KY at Woodbine Chamber
10/18…Louisville, KY at Surface Noise Records…7” release show
10/19…Dayton, OH at Blind Rage Records
WED 10/22…Cincinnati, OH @ the Comet
10/23…Cleveland, OH @ Dunlap’s Corner Bar
FRI 10/24…Pittsburgh, PA @ Poetry Lounge
SAT 10/25…Akron, OH @ Electric Company
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