Covers are tough to tackle (and do well). Either of two things usually happens: the performance fails to reinvent the classic OR it’s a pale imitation. Fortunately, Sarah King‘s retooling of Led Zeppelin’s 1970 b-side “Hey Hey What Can…
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Sep 22 2023
“Sarah King rips. That’s kind of all you need to know about her. King’s fiery, bluesy interpretations of country and Americana are hard-hitting and sultry” - Rainbow Rodeo
Sarah King rips. That’s kind of all you need to know about her, but here’s some more: King’s fiery, bluesy interpretations of country and Americana are hard-hitting and sultry, her EP The Hour a penetrating exploration of relationships gone horribly,…
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Mar 28 2023
"indelibly empowering (and dark) storylines" - Global Texan Chronicles
The history of good ole drinkin’ songs has fueled many a late night down at the smokey dive. But as we all know, those hallowed whiskey-drenched tunes aren’t always full of good nostalgia. Take the recent double A-Side track “Blame…
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Jan 4 2023
"Powerful blend of country storytelling and just a dash or two of Zeppelin inspired rock." - Americana UK
Sarah King’s recent A/B sider release featured as the A-side ‘Blame it on the Booze‘ a song that the New England Music Awards Songwriter of the Year for 2021 explains is drawn from life.
Read the full post here: https://americana-uk.com/sarah-king-blame-it-on-the-booze-it-is-no-excuse
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Nov 15 2022
"“Blame It On The Booze,” should be on everyone’s radar, as it bundles together haunting vocals, catchy lyrics, and a dynamic melody. " - Glasse Factory
“Blame It On The Booze” tells the dark but realistic story of falling into a toxic relationship and the effects it can have on the victim. Despite the song’s dark themes, the instrumental’s tempo keeps “Blame It On The Booze”…
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Nov 11 2022
Devil's Try in Revista Arte Brasileira
Somos uma revista de arte nacional, sim! No entanto, em respeito à inúmeras e valiosas sugestões que recebemos de artistas de diversas partes do mundo, criamos uma playlist chamada “Além da BR”.
Como uma forma de estende-la, nasceu essa publicação…
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Nov 11 2022
"King’s arresting voice commanding the soundscape and unflinchingly recounting the entanglements of a toxic relationship." - Adobe & Teardrops
On her new track “Blame It On The Booze,” King presents an intense indictment of toxic relationship dynamics. The song thrums with tension from the jump, with King’s arresting voice commanding the soundscape and unflinchingly recounting the entanglements of a…
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Nov 10 2022
"New Release – Blame It On the Booze by Sarah King" - Cool Top 20
King released her debut EP ‘The Hour’ in 2021. A new single ‘Blame It On the Booze’ with ‘Devil’s Try’ as a B side will be available from 11th November. Read the full post here: https://cooltop20.com/2022/11/09/new-release-blame-it-on-the-booze-by-sarah-king/

Nov 7 2022
Always An Almost A/B press & playlist roundup
You Were Wrong About Me has been added to the following playlists:
MBTM https://www.thembtmrecords.com/mbtm-on-spotify
Last Day Deaf: http://lastdaydeaf.com/the-mix-bag-no183/
Revista Arte Brasileira: https://revistaartebrasileira.com.br/lista-de-lancamentos/playlist-alem-da-br-18-sons-do-mundo-que-chegam-ate-nos/
Always An Almost is featured in the following outlets:
Nagamag: https://www.nagamag.com/the-latest/sarah-king-always-an-almost/
Roadie…
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Nov 5 2022
"SARAH KING RELEASES BAD ASS ANTHEM “YOU WERE WRONG ABOUT ME”" - Glasse Factory
This new track has some indie rock flare mixed with White Stripes vibe. It is one of the handful of songs she released in the fall season. Read the full review on Glasse Factory: https://glassefactory.com/sarah-king-releases-bad-ass-anthem-you-were-wrong-about-me/

Oct 24 2022
"There’s no arguing that King’s talents are being celebrated by some of the biggest names in music." - NYS Music
Ripton, VT, artist Sarah King has recently just delivered a soulful new A/B sided release with “Always an Almost” and “You Were Wrong About Me.” There’s no arguing that King’s talents are being celebrated by some of the biggest names…
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Oct 21 2022
"Both tracks are an encapsulation of her sonic duality at its best." - Earmilk
On the heels of her most recent EP The Hour, Sarah King delivers a soulful new A/B sided release with “Always an Almost” and “You Were Wrong About Me,” both of which move away from the themes of grief and…
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Oct 19 2022
"Both tunes fit right in with King's hard-edged, rock-leaning Americana sound, full of rural, gothic scenes and her evocative, powerful set of vocal pipes." - Seven Days
Soundbites: Noah Kahan Gets Back; New Music From Francesca Blanchard and Sarah King. Read the full story here: https://www.sevendaysvt.com/vermont/soundbites-noah-kahan-gets-back-and-new-music-from-francesca-blanchard-and-sarah-king/Content?oid=36731237#:~:text=Songwriter%20of%20the-,Year%20Sarah%20King,-has%20returned%20with

Oct 19 2022
"Hard-hitting ballad confronts fear of the unknown through catchy guitars and King’s signature vocals, creating an unforgettable Americana hit." - Kalisha Perera
Sarah King is back with a vulnerable new A/B side single release! “Always an Almost” and “You Were Wrong About Me” are available on all streaming services now. Off the heels of her most recent EP “The Hour”, the new…
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Oct 18 2022
"Her voice is as smooth as Chris Stapleton, as wildly raucous as Marcus King, yet she truly shines in her songwriting." - GRRRL Music
"Always An Almost" is the featured single on the GRRRL Music podcast this week. Full details here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QddBppXNk2s

Oct 17 2022
"Strutting her crème de la crème voice, with “Always an Almost” and “You Were Wrong About Me,” Sarah King delivers the goods." - Guitar Girl Magazine
Speaking about the new release, King says, “‘Always An Almost’ and ‘You Were Wrong About Me’’ both reflect on past situations where I felt like I missed something but realize now it’s better it didn’t work out the way I…
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Oct 14 2022
"Incredibly talented" - Journey of My Mother's Son podcast
Full interview on Always An Almost & You Were Wrong About Me with Dan Clouser of Journey of My Mother's Son here: https://journeyofmymothersson.com/2022/10/sarah-king-music-in-her-soul/

Apr 8 2021
"A five-song suite of hard-hitting soul drenched Americana" - Lonesome Highway.com review of "The Hour"
Declan Culliton notes "her self-written songs are every bit as powerful and in your face as the vocals that transport them." Read the full review in a roundup including heavy hitter Charlie Crockett - here: https://www.lonesomehighway.com/music-reviews/2021/4/8/new-album-reviews?fbclid=IwAR1BvIfVbwFlGPMOjcYlUXi8hzqeFDSC1VQ6ma_dmvGpMvBSqAcbzfh2Q94

Mar 30 2021
"Sarah King Dishes Out Five Wonderfully Uneasy Pieces With "The Hour" - NYS Music
Sal at NYS Music gave "The Hour" a very in-depth and detailed review, noting "Singer-songwriter Sarah King has released her debut EP, The Hour, a splendid, soulful voyage to the darkest corners of Americana. It’s the perfect showcase for her…
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Mar 22 2021
"Sarah King Dishes Up Delicious Murder Ballad Called "Not Worth The Whisky"" - American Songwriter
Jason Scott of American Songwriter writes "“Not Worth the Whisky” samples her solo debut new EP, The Hour, and its witchy conjurings accentuates the blue-rock foot-stomp. As far as murder ballads go, it’s merciless. You walked into the fire /…
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Mar 22 2021
"Sarah King isn't here to play." - Adobe & Teardrops
Rachel of Adobe & Teardrops reviews The Hour: "King’s powerful voice transcends the music, illustrating the strength we all need to persevere." Read the full review here: https://adobeandteardrops.com/2021/03/review-sarah-king-the-hour.html

Mar 22 2021
"A superb five-track EP from the dark and brooding side of Americana" - Americana UK
Alan Fitter of Americana UK reviews The Hour: "‘The Hour’ is a superb debut release from Sarah King – let’s hope there’s a lot more to come.. 8/10" - read the full review online here: https://americana-uk.com/sarah-king-the-hour

Feb 27 2021
"A gem of an EP delivered, genuinely, from the heart." -The Rocking Magpie review of "The Hour" EP
Bill of The Rocking Magpie, an Americana music site based in the UK, got a preview of The Hour and wrote an amazing review. "Absolutely brilliant[...], definitely the dark side of Americana. [...] A gem of an EP delivered, genuinely…
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Feb 12 2021
"“Not Worth the Whiskey” is a gritty, bluesy, stomp-and-holler murder ballad" - NYS Music
Pete Mason wrote this week's roundup of new music coming to WEQX Sunday night, including Not Worth the Whisky. Check out the full article here: https://nysmusic.com/2021/02/13/sarah-king-skeletons-and-and-many-more-are-featured-on-this-weeks-eqxposure/

Feb 9 2021
"Cheers to some great music by Sarah King." - Americana Highways
Not Worth the Whisky premieres today on Americana Highways! Check it out here.