HELEN TOWNSEND

DROPS NEW SINGLE

"DEMONS"

AHEAD OF ALBUM

"Take It Or Leave It"

PRE-SAVE / PRE-ORDER NOW

OUT 2nd AUGUST

Fremantle-based Americana artist, Helen Townsend, has dropped a new single, “Demons”, lifted from her forthcoming album, Take It or Leave It, which is now available for pre-save on digital and pre-order on CD, slated for release on Friday, 2 August.

Take It or Leave It takes listeners on a compelling journey through themes of love, struggle, and resilience. The album seamlessly blends personal stories with universal emotions, creating a resonant and rich musical tapestry. It features the WAM Awards Song of the Year nominee “Is This Love” and the Cinefest Film Festival's Best Black & White Clip winner, “Battlefield”, along with Townsend’s recent singles, “Melbourne Streets” and “Baby Come Home”. Take It or Leave It showcases an array of upbeat honky-tonk tunes and reflective ballads, serving as a testament to hope, strength, and the enduring spirit that keeps us moving forward.

“Demons”, the fifth single from the highly anticipated 11-track record, highlights yet another facet to Townsend’s songwriting prowess. The hauntingly powerful alt country track is about battling with addiction, characterized by a moody, introspective vibe and a dynamic shift from tension to resolution.

Speaking about the song, Townsend says, “Demons is a plea to someone very close to me, as I watched him struggle and create chaos in his world. This song expresses my desperate desire to rescue him and keep him safe from his inner demons.”

Townsend will launch the album with a run of tour dates in NSW, WA and Victoria, with a mix of free and ticketed shows, commencing in Sydney on August 1st at Shady Pines Saloon in Darlinghurst and winding up at The Lomond Hotel, in Brunswick. For more information, see the tour poster further below or visit www.helentownsendmusic.com.

Take It or Leave It was recorded at Rada Studios and produced by Helen Townsend, Dan Carroll, Ben Franz, Phil Richardson and Shannon Smith.

ALBUM TRACK LISTING
Is This Love
You Know I Do
Battlefield
Better Days
Demons
Indian Ocean Road
Melbourne Streets
Questions
Baby Come Home
Turn to Stone
Show Must Go On

Pre-save the album on digital here:
https://gyro.to/TakeItOrLeaveIt

Pre-order the album on CD here:
https://helentownsend.bandcamp.com/album/take-it-or-leave-it

Stream the new single "Demons" via:
https://gyro.to/251017Demons

ABOUT HELEN

Helen Townsend, the electrifying Americana artist from Walyalup/Perth, has carved out a reputation as a dynamic force in the music scene. With her unique fusion of roots-rock, blues, country, and folk, her soulful voice and masterful storytelling strike a chord with audiences worldwide.

Helen's musical journey is a testament to her relentless pursuit of excellence. She's been nominated seven times for the WAM Song of the Year and clinched second place in the International Acoustic Music Awards. Collaborations with Grammy-nominated McCrary Sisters and local Americana legends like Belle Harvey and Helen Shanahan underscore her industry clout. She's also bagged the WA Country Music Award for Best Emerging Artist and Song of the Year.

Helen’s upcoming sophomore album "Take It or Leave It," is already generating buzz. The album promises to be a gritty collection of deeply personal stories, tight harmonies, and gripping melodies, building on the success of her earlier EPs and debut album.

Helen’s live performances are nothing short of electrifying. Backed by a band delivering rich four-part harmonies, she takes the stage by storm, creating an unforgettable experience. Her music is an emotional rollercoaster, from the depths of heartache to the peaks of hope and joy, filled with characters who bear the weight of impulsive choices and relentless memories.

Beyond recording, Helen has made waves at high-profile events like the Sounds Australia Showcase at Americanafest in Nashville and has toured extensively across the US. Her US EP launch, "Love, Lies 'n' Leaving," stormed into the FAI top 10 Folk albums chart in September 2022, amplifying her international presence.

Helen's upcoming national tour in August/September for "Take It or Leave It" is highly anticipated. This tour promises to cement her status as a leading voice in the Americana scene.

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