The two-track release, "chapter three: into the woods,” is an anthem from the depths of the wild soul.
LAGUNA BEACH, CA (January 19, 2024) - Lola Kristine, the boho songstress hailing from Southern California, just released the third installment of her musical journey with “chapter three: into the woods” on Friday, January 19, 2024. The upcoming album is a powerful exploration of self-discovery and reclamation, featuring two captivating tracks, “Find Me in the Wilderness” and “Living for Myself.”
“Find Me in the Wilderness” - A journey into Lola’s darkness, a returning home to her roots and inner child. This dark rock anthem is a commitment to facing hidden demons, breaking free from chains, and embracing the untamed spirit within. The chorus howls with the resilience of Lola’s spirit, “I will not be afraid because I know the sun will rise again.”
These are two of my favorite songs I’ve ever written. They push me to my edge vocally where I can hold nothing back. ‘Find Me in the Wilderness’ was the missing piece to tie the album together, inviting listeners to rediscover their wild souls.”
- Lola Kristine, LA-Based Singer-Songwriter
“Living for Myself” - A liberation of Lola’s fierce power as she sings about embracing her unique multi-faceted self. Recorded live in the studio, this blues rock track captures the raw energy of Lola’s performance. The song is a powerful declaration of independence, female empowerment, a rejection of societal expectations, and a celebration of living authentically.
I wrote ‘Living For Myself’ after a meeting with a powerful music manager who said I need to stick to one style if I wanted to be successful. That I should keep myself in a nice box. This song began as my response to him.”
- Lola Kristine, LA-Based Singer-Songwriter
ALBUM ARTWORK: Diana Rosa Cordova and Lucas Halopoff
The sound of this chapter stretches genres: from country rock and Americana to retro soul and blues. It is both fierce and catchy, with “Find Me in the Wilderness” drawing inspiration from artists like Brandi Carlile and The Lone Bellow, while “Living for Myself” features Motown flavors reminiscent of Aretha Franklin and Sister Sparrow.
Accompanying the release is a live music video for “Living for Myself,” recorded during the studio session, scheduled to drop a week after the album release.
The entire CHAPTERS album is a personal journey through Lola Kristine’s life, marked by love, heartbreak, self-discovery, and redemption. Each chapter unfolds like a page from her diary, inviting listeners to resonate with their own experiences. CHAPTERS is a testament to true love’s transformative power and the freedom that comes with embracing one’s authentic self. “chapter three: into the woods” is Lola Kristine’s first release with World Peach Records, an all-female indie label.
“Find Me in the Wilderness” Credits:
Songwriter: Laura Kristine Hennicke; Producer: Lola Kristine; Co-producer: Justin Busch; Vocals, keyboard, buffalo drum, background vocals, synths: Lola Kristine; Bass: Jesse Stern; Drums and percussion: Kiel Feher; Guitars: Cameron Morgan; Banjo: Lucas Halopoff; Howls: Diana Rosa Cordova and Taria Buchanan; Mixing: Tyler Norris with ma6io; Mastering: Duncan Ferguson with The Voltage Exchange; Executive Producer: John Ward
“Living for Myself” Credits:
Songwriter: Laura Kristine Hennicke; Producer: Lola Kristine; Co-producer: Justin Busch; Vocals, piano, background vocals: Lola Kristine; Electric guitars: Sarven Manguiat; Acoustic guitar: Justin Busch; Organ and Wurlitzer: Ryan Marquez; Drums and percussion: Kiel Feher; Background vocals: Marisa Rambaran, Sarven Manguiat, and Justin Busch; Mixing: Tyler Norris with ma6io; Mastering: Duncan Ferguson with The Voltage Exchange; Executive Producer: John Ward
About Lola Kristine:
Lola Kristine is a singer, pianist and songwriter based in Laguna Beach, California. Known as “the little girl with the big voice,” Lola has been staggering audiences her whole life with the depth of soul she possesses in both her timeless songwriting and penetrating singing. Hearing her sing feeds your soul and reconnects you with what is right in the world.
From humble beginnings in St. Louis, Missouri, Lola has taken her music across the country, touring with noted musicians such as Premik Russell Tubbs (Santana, Sting, James Taylor), Jeff Haynes (Joni Mitchell, Herbie Hancock) and bass virtuoso Michael Manring. She has collaborated with artists from all over the world, including Kinobe (Uganda) in a series sponsored by American Voices. In 2022, a live video of Lola performing went viral on TikTok, hitting 4.5M views which boosted her online presence. She is gaining notoriety amidst legendary rockstars such as Mick Fleetwood and Don Cromwell of Air Supply. She is currently living in Southern California, where she can be found performing at venues and clubs all up and down the coast.
