Grammy-nominated folk singer Courtney Marie Andrews shared previews of her upcoming album Valentine during an intimate performance at New York's National Arts Club on December 4. The event featured acoustic songs and poetry readings from her recent book. Valentine is scheduled for release on January 16, 2026.
Event Overview
On December 4, contemporary folk artist Courtney Marie Andrews hosted a private gathering at the National Arts Club in New York to introduce tracks from her forthcoming album, Valentine. The evening combined live music, poetry, and visual art, highlighting Andrews' multifaceted creativity. Attendees experienced an acoustic set in a cozy venue lined with bookshelves, vinyl records, and Andrews' own moody paintings that evoked personal memories.
Performance Highlights
Andrews performed several songs from Valentine, starting with the already released 'Cons and Clowns.' She followed with 'Keeper' and the newly debuted 'Little Picture of a Butterfly,' released on December 5. Joined by musician Jerry Bernhardt on piano and guitar, Andrews delivered harmonious vocals that filled the space without amplification. Between songs, she recited poems from her summer 2025 poetry collection, Love Is A Dog That Bites When It’s Scared, discussing how writing verse helped sustain her artistry during a break from touring and recording.
Background and Context
This preview marks Andrews' return to music following her 2022 Americana album Loose Future. In the interim, she explored painting, with works featured in gallery exhibitions, and published her second poetry book. The event underscored themes of love, dreams, and emotional depth, blending folk, blues, and country elements. Andrews concluded by thanking mentors and supporters, emphasizing the personal journeys reflected in her work.
The intimate setting fostered a sense of connection, with the audience responding warmly to the raw storytelling in Valentine's early tracks.
