Event Details:
Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM (Doors at 7:00 PM)
Location: Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH 44313
Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door (General admission seating)
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Tracey Thomas, an iconic voice of the “Akron Sound,” is set to release her highly anticipated new album, Words Can't Save Us Now, alongside her first memoir, Little Miss Akron, on Friday, January 31, 2025. This dual release marks a significant milestone in Thomas' illustrious career, showcasing her continued growth as an artist and storyteller after a 40+ year career in music.

Words Can't Save Us Now is Thomas' first album since 2020 and her first collaboration with her longtime producer and collaborator Ryan Humbert (of The Shootouts) since her 2012 release, Queen of Nothing. Recorded to 2-inch tape at Son of Moondog studios in Kent, Ohio, the album features an impressive lineup of talented musicians, including Brian Poston, Emily Bates, Tim Longfellow, Bill Watson, and Christine Petersilge.

The album fulfills a dream Thomas and Humbert set nearly 20 years ago: to create an all-acoustic collection of songs. Featuring five new original songs co-written by Thomas and Humbert, the album also pays homage to her influences with covers of tracks by The Waterboys, U2, and Taylor Swift, plus a song by Akron songwriter Jim Ballard.

In conjunction with the album, Tracey’s memoir, Little Miss Akron, offers an intimate look into her life. From her beginnings on the pageant stage to her time on the concert stage as the lead singer of legendary Akron band Unit 5, Little Miss Akron reflects on a music career spanning over four decades. The book is infused with Thomas’ signature humor, grit, and heartfelt honesty.

Thomas will host a release party on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the Weathervane Playhouse in Akron, Ohio. This unforgettable evening will feature Tracey performing her new album in its entirety with a talented six-piece acoustic ensemble, including members of The Shootouts and 15-60-75 The Numbers Band. With a career spanning over eight albums of original music, Tracey will also treat the audience to a selection of fan-favorite songs. The night will kick off with an energetic opening set by The Shootouts, known for their thrilling guitar work and airtight harmonies.

Words Can't Save Us Now and Little Miss Akron are available for preorder at Tracey's new website, traceythomasmusic.com.