Hello friends...and a sparkly welcome to all those who are new to Rachael Sage's Newsletter!

Firstly, we must acknowledge that with the recent heartbreaking developments in The Middle East, we know you – our beloved musical community – may be experiencing the "heaviness" of loss in different ways. We at MPress have been praying 24/7 for all of those impacted by the heinous acts of terrorism in Israel, as well as the devastating loss of life in Gaza and the West Bank. And this past week, random gun violence reared its ugly head on our own shores, in the beautiful state of Maine.

For the artists among us, in times such as these it may feel that our efforts may not have sufficient meaning or constitute an "appropriate" response. How can we possibly advocate for understanding, for hope, with so much disheartenment and fear in our midst? Nevertheless, ultimately we choose to subscribe to the mission best expressed by the great Leonard Bernstein, below:

"But this sorrow and rage will not inflame us to seek retribution; rather they will inflame our art...This will be our reply to violence: to make music more intensely, more beautifully, more devotedly than ever before."

And so, we'll strive to continue to stay connected in these challenging times, channelling positivity through the healing power of music, art and poetry – leading with love, always.

xo, light, & courage,
Rachael & Team MPress

On December 6th, Rachael will appear at the International Human Rights Art Festival (IHRAF) at The Tank in NYC. The theme of the evening's event is "Celebration of Women's Power", and Rachael's performance will be entitled "Sistersongs". For more information and tickets, visit the Festival website.

On December 7th, Rachael will perform in Washington, DC as part of the 2023 Arts4Resilience ("A4R") Honors event at the Studio Theatre. More details TBA shortly; keep an eye on the Arts4Resilience site for updates!

Just in time for the season of giving, check out the beautiful new "No Regrets" T-shirt capsule collection, inspired by Rachael's much-beloved song of the same name (co-written with her Dad!), now available in the MPress Records store! Featuring an original spin on classic tattoo-art vibes, you'll be sure to turn heads in this gorgeous shirt while spreading a message of love & positivity! Customize your own with red or turquoise heart accents & or perhaps one of each!

Tickets are on sale now at rachaelsage.com/shows.

BUY

Rachael's poignant folk-pop rendition of Yazoo's classic "Only You" has continued to climb the U.S. Radio Charts, and is now firmly nestled at #36 alongside The National, Luke Combs, and Taylor Swift! Thanks to all of the DJ's at Hot AC & Top 40 Radio who've been spinning it (and to all of you for continuing to stream it on Spotify.

If you missed the video directed by Beacon, NY-based director Jon Slackman, you can watch it now on YouTube!

For those on the East Coast who've missed Rachael on her 2023 tour behind her current album The Other Side, there's still time to catch her live, accompanied by her fabulous violinist Kelly Halloran! Notable shows:

• BEACON BONFIRE • Nov. 4th – 1pm @ The KuBe, 4pm at Art Camp Stage @ Cross & Main • Beacon, NY
• NERFA CONFERENCE (click HERE for Rachael's showcase schedule) • Nov. 9th, 10th, 11th • Asbury Park, NJ
• RACHAEL'S BIRTHDAY EXTRAVAGANZA • Nov. 12th – 6pm @ The Towne Crier Cafe • Beacon, NY
• NORTHWEST PARK CONCERTS • Nov. 18th – 7:30 pm @ Northwest Park Nature Center • Windsor, CT

SHOWS

Rachael's March 2024 UK tour has been announced, and tickets are selling fast! She'll be hitting such cities as London, Cambridge, Bath, & York. She can't wait to venture across the pond to share new & old songs, accompanied by the fabulous Kelly Halloran on fiddle.

TICKETS

MPress Records - The Muscle Behind the Glitter!
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"The Other Side" OUT NOW!
"Character" & "Poetica" Also Out Now!
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Now booking Spring/Summer 2024 & beyond!
Email booking@mpressrecords.com for inquiries.

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