Waxahatchee Returns to NPR’s Tiny Desk Series After 10 Years
The singer-songwriter, Katie Crutchfield, recently performed on NPR’s Tiny Desk series, marking her return to the show in 10 years. Crutchfield, who performs under the name Waxahatchee, appeared on the viral series in support of her Grammy-nominated album ‘Tigers Blood’.
A Five-Song Set
While at the iconic eccentric office space, Crutchfield performed a five-song set which included the likes of ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ and ‘Fire’. The singer reflected on her previous debut appearance at the show back in 2013 in support of ‘Cerulean Salt’, revealing she has mixed emotions about it.
A Memorable Debut
“I have been here before, it was about 11 years ago. I sort of rolled out of the tour van, I didn’t realize I was going in be the NPR building, I sort of didn’t really know what I was doing at all. My amp broke in the middle. I’m really happy to be back,” she told the audience.
Tiny Desk Setlist
Waxahatchee’s Tiny Desk setlist was:
‘Much Ado About Nothing’
‘Right Back to It’
‘Crowbar’
‘Tigers Blood’
‘Fire’
A Second Time Around
Though her recent performance on the series marked her second time there, Crutchfield previously joined Kevin Morby during his set on the Tiny Desk (Home) Concert Series in 2020 during the pandemic.
Reflections on the First Time
Crutchfield also opened up about her first time performing as part of NPR’s Tiny Desk on her Substack newsletter and shared that it had left “some room for improvement”.
A Grown-Up Perspective
She continued: “It’s giving endearingly green and inexperienced and tiny bangs she cut herself in a hurry. It’s a sweet little relic of my early 20s but I am thrilled to have been given the opportunity to go back and do it again as a full grown adult with my band and some newer songs.”
About ‘Tigers Blood’
‘Tigers Blood’ was also nominated for a Grammy for Best Americana Album. The album was praised by NME, who wrote: “These songs offer a more adult and grounded perspective than ones like ‘Lone Star Lake’ and ‘Evil Spawn’; they’re about the person who feels like home rather than the one who gets your blood pumping. It’s a nice counterweight that feels emblematic of ‘Tigers Blood’ — it’s a burning fire, and it’s a warm summer evening at once.”
Upcoming Tour Dates
Waxahatchee is set to embark on a 2025 UK tour next summer, which will include her biggest ever headline date at London’s Eventim Apollo. Check out a full list of dates below and visit here to purchase tickets.
Waxahatchee 2025 UK Tour Dates
JUNE 2025
8 – Glasgow, Barrowland
9 – Manchester, Albert Hall|
10 – Bristol, SWX
11 – London, Eventim Apollo
Conclusion
Waxahatchee’s return to NPR’s Tiny Desk series marks a significant milestone for the singer-songwriter, who has come a long way since her debut appearance 10 years ago. With her latest album ‘Tigers Blood’ receiving critical acclaim and a Grammy nomination, it’s clear that Waxahatchee is on a roll.
FAQs
Q: What is Waxahatchee’s latest album?
A: Waxahatchee’s latest album is ‘Tigers Blood’, which was released in 2024 and received a Grammy nomination for Best Americana Album.
Q: What is Waxahatchee’s upcoming tour schedule?
A: Waxahatchee is set to embark on a 2025 UK tour, which will include her biggest ever headline date at London’s Eventim Apollo. Check out the full list of dates above.
Q: Has Waxahatchee performed on NPR’s Tiny Desk series before?
A: Yes, Waxahatchee performed on NPR’s Tiny Desk series in 2013 in support of her album ‘Cerulean Salt’, and again in 2024 in support of her album ‘Tigers Blood’.
Q: What is the title of Waxahatchee’s Grammy-nominated album?
A: The title of Waxahatchee’s Grammy-nominated album is ‘Tigers Blood’.