album · February 16, 2018
By the Way, I Forgive You
Low Country Sound/ElektraSee this day
folk rockamericanasinger-songwriter
This 2018 album, released on Low Country Sound/Elektra, found Carlile leaning into a more expansive rock sound while retaining the lyrical depth that defined her earlier work. It earned critical acclaim and commercial success, marking a significant moment in her career.
- The album was recorded at RCA Studio A in Nashville with producer Dave Cobb and co-producer Shooter Jennings.
- "The Joke" became a breakout single, earning three Grammy Awards in 2019, including Best American Roots Song.
- "By the Way, I Forgive You" reached number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart and number 1 on the Top Rock Albums and Americana/Folk Albums charts.
Hailing from Ravensdale, Washington, Brandi Carlile is a pillar of contemporary Americana and folk rock, celebrated for her powerful vocals and narrative songwriting. By 2018, she had already released six studio albums, building a devoted following for her earnest, roots-driven sound.
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