Article Contributed by McGuckin Entertainment PR
Published on 2026-05-11
Austin-based folk artist Rita Bliss will release her new live EP, Live from London, on June 5, 2026. Recorded at the beloved Green Note in London on February 21, 2026, the EP captures a glimpse of a stripped down presentation of Bliss’s songwriting.
The live EP captures a snapshot of Bliss as a solo performer, straight forward and raw, with three original tracks “July,” “Texarkana,” and “Two Dollar Bill.” Bliss will also release a live performance video of “Texarkana,” filmed during the London set. Recorded live in London by Oscar Cainer and mixed by Patrick Herzfeld of Signal Hill Recording, the project showcases Bliss’s ability to translate deeply personal songwriting into a compelling live experience. Performing abroad added a unique dimension to the recording, something Bliss reflects on “an unforgettable experience that really proved the universality of certain stories”.
Praised as “a fantastic musician, songwriter, and banjo player whose work blends old-time, Americana, and folk traditions with a fresh, personal twist” by Brad Williams, host of The Bandwich Tapes, Bliss draws from Appalachian banjo traditions while weaving in the storytelling depth of Americana. Her songs explore themes of queer love, heartbreak, and human connection, delivered by a voice that bridges Northern grit with Southern warmth.
Bliss will release her second studio album this Fall, marking another collaboration with producer Dom Fisher of Wood & Wire, the album will consist of ten new original songs and will include contributions from Noah Griffin (fiddle) and Billy Bright (mandolin).
Upcoming Dates:
June 20 — Winehouse, Dripping Springs, TX
July 25 — Winehouse, Dripping Springs, TX
For more information https://ritabliss.com
