Join the waitlist to Jensen McRae at HI-FI on Thursday, October 23rd
If you’re not yet familiar with singer-songwriter Jensen McRae, it’s time to change that. The Los Angeles native has been steadily carving out a space in the modern folk-pop scene with her emotionally raw lyrics, haunting melodies, and fearless social commentary. Blending the introspection of folk with the depth of soul and the bite of protest music, McRae is a powerful voice of a generation grappling with identity, mental health, and the complexities of modern womanhood.
In a recent interview with the Los Angeles Times, McRae opened up about her journey as a Black Jewish woman in a genre that hasn’t always made room for artists who look like her. She spoke candidly about how music became a tool for survival and resistance, expressing how she used her writing to process pain and confusion. Now, she hopes to make music that helps other people do the same. The piece offered a deeper glimpse into McRae’s creative process and the personal experiences that shape her storytelling.
McRae first captured national attention with her viral “Phoebe Bridgers Preemptive Cover,” a tongue-in-cheek track that launched her into indie stardom in 2021. But it’s her debut album Are You Happy Now? that cemented her place as a compelling new voice, equal parts intimate diary and political commentary, it’s a record that refuses to look away. And earlier this year, McRae released her sophomore album, I Don’t Know How But They Found Me!, bringing more introspective themes of resilience and self-identity to the album.
Now, McRae is taking her powerful songwriting on the road, including a stop at HI-FI on October 23rd, one of the city’s most beloved intimate venues. Known for its impeccable sound and up-close atmosphere, HI-FI is the perfect backdrop for McRae’s storytelling-heavy set. Fans can expect a night of deeply felt songs, gentle but urgent vocals, and the kind of stage presence that makes even the heaviest subject matter feel personal and connective. Join the waitlist so you don’t miss your chance!
Whether she’s singing about racial identity, mental illness, or heartbreak, Jensen McRae invites listeners to sit with discomfort and, somehow, leave feeling lighter. It’s not just her lyrics, it’s her ability to make vulnerability sound like strength. That energy, both poetic and unflinchingly honest, is what continues to draw audiences to her music.
As the next chapter of her career unfolds, Jensen McRae is an artist you’ll want to say you saw in a small room before the rest of the world caught on. Catch her at HI-FI on Thursday, October 23rd, because this is the kind of performance that stays with you long after the lights come up.