Allison Russell with Autumn Nicholas

Allison Russell is a Montreal-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose music brings Americana and roots traditions into conversation with soul, folk and African diasporic rhythms. Her solo albums Outside Child and The Returner pair vivid storytelling with themes of survival, healing and community; “Eve Was Black,” from The Returner, won a Grammy for Best American Roots Performance. Joining her is Autumn Nicholas, a songwriter and performer whose work connects intimate, poignant lyrics with a commitment to LGBTQ+ advocacy. Together, their distinct voices offer a rich mix of personal storytelling and roots-driven songwriting.