2023’s breakthrough artist, Blondshell (Sabrina Teitelbaum) has released a new single, the hooky and joyous “Docket (feat. Bully)” via Partisan Records. The track marks her first bit of new music since last fall and continues to exemplify Blondshell’s distinctive blend of introspective songwriting and infectious melodies. “Docket (feat. Bully)” not only reaffirms her status as a rising star but also underscores her ability to push creative boundaries, expressing ideas that many of us only might think about quietly.
The vocal pairing between Blondshell and Bully and the tongue-in-cheek lyrics about risk-taking on tour make for a tasty, spirited collaboration.
I said don’t shake my hand it’s wet
He said I’ll kiss it instead
He said I saw the whole show
I’m not scared of the sweat
But I’m scared of the touching
I have someone at home
And I want his body more
When he leaves me alone
Blondshell reflecting on the track and working with Bully:
“For me this is a song about splitting off from yourself. It’s about uncertainty when you’re in different environments all the time. In a way it’s about wanting to cope with distance and change but it’s also just a bit about being reckless.
I had space on this song for another person and I kept hearing Bully’s voice on it. I’m a huge fan of hers and when I was touring last summer I couldn’t stop listening to her album. Honestly when we were sitting in the studio and I heard her voice coming through I was just kind of shocked and in awe of her. I’m really happy she said yes to making the song with me.”
Bully (Alicia Bognanno) adds:
“I’m a huge fan of Sabrina, I think she is incredible and I was over the moon that she asked me to be a part of her song. It makes me really happy seeing so many musicians in our indie world supporting and admiring one another. So thank you Sabrina and special shout out to her dog who I am a massive fan of as well.”
Rolling Stone has said that “(Blondshell’s) shows reliably give a sense of catharsis to attendees, and to Teitelbaum herself.” She and her band will be touring the U.S. and Europe this Spring and Summer with both festival slots and her own headline shows. Stateside Blondshell will be appearing at, among others, Austin Psych Fest, Shaky Knees Festival in Atlanta, GA, Boston Calling Festival, and NYC’s Governors Ball Music Festival in June. All dates can be found below with more to be confirmed.
Blondshell will also appear on the forthcoming Everyone’s Getting Involved: A Tribute to Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense, which is being released later this year via A24. The compilation also includes appearances from, among others, girl in red, The Linda Lindas, Lorde, Miley Cyrus, Paramore, and The National. The album is being released in celebration of the recent re-release of Jonathan Demme’s iconic concert film of the same name and the 40th anniversary of its accompanying soundtrack album.
Blondshell Live Dates:
04/05/24 – Boone, NC – Schaefer Center for The Performings Arts – w/ Julia Jacklin
04/26/24 – Norman, OK – Norman Music Festival
04/28/24 – Austin, TX – Austin Psych Fest
05/04/24 – Atlanta, GA – Shaky Knees Festival
05/06/24 – Durham, NC – Motorco Music Hall
05/08/24 – Denver, CO – Larimer Lounge
05/10/24 – Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Court Block Party
05/26/24 – Boston, MA – Boston Calling Festival
06/07/24 – Queens, NY – The Governors Ball Music Festival
06/30/24 – Pilton, UK – Glastonbury Festival
07/04/24 – Roskilde, DK – Roskilde Festival
07/05/24 – Ewijk, NL – Down The Rabbit Hole
07/07/24 – Lac de Malsaucy, FR – Les Eurockéennes de Belfort
07/13/24 – Seattle, WA – Day In Day Out Festival
08/01-04/24 – Chicago, IL – Lollapalooza Festival
08/03/24 – St. Charles, IA – Hinterland Music Festival
08/07/24 – Budapest, HU – Sziget Festival
08/09/24 – Gothenburg, SE – Way Out West Festival
08/10/24 – Oslo, NO – Øyafestivalen
08/13/24 – Istanbul, TR – PSM Loves Summer / Zorlu
08/15/24 – Charleville Mezieres, FR – Le Cabaret Vert
08/16/24 – Hasselt, BE – Pukkelpop
08/18/24 – Crickhowell UK – Green Man Festival
09/20-22/24 – Camden, NJ – XPoNential Music Festival
