Karen Jonas
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arson games + Poetic Evidence
New single and book of poetry coming August 1: with poetic precision and cinematic heat, Jonas crafts a fever dream of cosmic flirtation and chaotic intimacy — set somewhere between a dimly lit restaurant and the edge of the known universe.
“a bit wicked and a bit dangerous” - Rolling Stone Germany
“writing about romantic love in a way that is engaging, openhearted and feels authentic is a gift that Karen Jonas displays time and again.” - Americana UK
“insightful, tenacious, and vulnerable” - No Depression
The Rise and Fall of American Kitsch
an elvis-inspired exploration of consumerism, commercialism, and plastic pink flamingos
“Simply the title of The Rise and Fall of American Kitsch feels ambitious. But not even this prepares you for what you’ll experience if you approach this album with an open mind, and as a linear work. Karen Jonas has released an exemplar take on the American concept record.” - Saving Country Music
“4.5 stars” - Country Music People Magazine UK
“gloriously whimsical” - Rocking Magpie
grab a cup of coffee and enjoy this dreamy bookstore rendition of Gordon Lightfoot’s 1970 classic “If You Could Read My Mind”
“gorgeously retro and smart as a rattlesnake”
-UK Live Review, Brisol247
The Restless
grab a double shot of whiskey and enjoy the mysterious, romantic 2023 album The Restless
“A bit wicked, a bit dangerous” Rolling Stone DE
“It's a stunning collection of dreamy and dark alt-country confessionals; a deep exploration of love and vulnerability from one of Americana’s most hopeless romantics.” - Holler.Country
“the whole record feels like a very visceral encounter” - Maverick Country, UK
“superbly performed and written soulful vignettes” - The Rocking Magpie (UK)