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Tracy Bonham

Tracy Bonham is an , , and two-time Grammy nominee best known for her 1996 hit single "Mother Mother," which topped the chart. Born Tracy Kristin Bonham on March 16, 1967, in , where she was raised, she is a classically trained violinist and who blends rock, pop, and influences in her music. Her debut album, The Burdens of Being Upright (1996), achieved gold status and marked her breakthrough in the mid-1990s scene. Bonham's early interest in music emerged young; she began singing by age five and took up violin lessons at nine, encouraged by her mother, a music teacher, and her father, an editor. She received a full scholarship to the , attending for two years before transferring to in to study voice and continue , where she shifted focus to songwriting and became a self-taught guitarist. In 1994, she released the single "The One," followed by her debut EP The Liverpool Sessions in 1995, earning Boston Music Awards including Outstanding Local Female Vocalist, Outstanding Debut Rock Album for the EP, and Outstanding Rock Single for "Dandelion." Signed to , her major-label debut The Burdens of Being Upright propelled "" to #1 on alternative charts and garnered Grammy nominations for Best Alternative Music Performance (album) and Best Female Rock Vocal Performance (single) at the in 1997. Following her initial success, Bonham released Down Here in 2000, incorporating more classical elements, and toured with . She later joined as a featured violinist and vocalist after moving to , then returned to to issue including Blink the Brightest (2005), Masts of Manhatta (2010), Wax & Gold (2015), and Modern Burdens (2017), the latter ranked among Rolling Stone's top 50 albums of that year. In 1998, she married musician Steve Slingeneyer. More recently, Bonham has collaborated on rock-ballet projects with the Eugene Ballet, performed at events like in 2024, released her album Sky Too Wide—her first of original material since 2015, crowdfunded via —on June 6, 2025, and continues an active touring schedule, including performances in 2025 and preparations for 2026.

Early life and education

Childhood and family background

Tracy Bonham was born in , , on March 16, 1967, and raised in , in the region. Her early years were shaped by the local community's vibrant arts scene, where she experienced frequent exposure to music and theater through family friends involved in productions and community events. Bonham grew up in a supportive household influenced by her mother's career as a music educator in the Eugene-Springfield area. Her father, Donn Bonham, worked as the city editor for the Eugene Register-Guard, but he passed away when she was just 18 months old, leaving her mother, Lee Anne Robertson, to raise her amid a network of encouraging theater and music enthusiasts. This environment fostered a sense of belonging despite the family's challenges, with her mother's involvement in community musical theater providing early glimpses into performance that sparked Bonham's curiosity. As a child, Bonham displayed initial curiosity about music, showing a keen interest in by age five, often drawing inspiration from her mother's eclectic tastes in artists like and . She described herself as painfully shy during this period, frequently hiding behind her mother's legs in social settings, yet the supportive family dynamic and local arts exposure helped nurture her emerging creative inclinations before any structured pursuits.

Musical training and early influences

Bonham began her formal musical training in , where she started singing at age five, took up classical lessons at age seven, and began studying at age nine. She received rigorous instruction from local teachers, including those at Roosevelt Junior High School, and developed a strong foundation in through participation in the local youth and junior symphony programs. This early discipline in and , supported by playful yet structured encouragement from her family, instilled a deep appreciation for classical techniques and practice routines. During her time at South Eugene High School, Bonham continued her classical studies under school music teachers and string conductors, while also engaging with the local musical theater community, which broadened her exposure to performance. Her early influences were rooted in , shaping her technical skills, alongside pop, R&B, and elements introduced through her mother's musical tastes, such as works by and . Following high school graduation in 1985, she earned a full to the () to study performance, where she spent two years honing her classical prowess before feeling burnt out from the intensity of composition and practice. In 1987, Bonham moved to Boston and transferred to the Berklee College of Music to focus on voice, with additional studies in violin, aiming to explore jazz singing and songwriting. At Berklee, her coursework emphasized vocal performance and music theory, sparking a shift toward original composition and marking her first amateur experiences, including informal songwriting sessions and local performances in the college environment. After one year, she left Berklee to pursue independent songwriting, later briefly attending the University of Oregon, where she participated in the gospel choir, further blending her classical background with contemporary vocal styles.

Career

Breakthrough and major-label debut (1994–1997)

In 1994, Tracy Bonham signed a recording contract with Island Records following the local success of her debut single "The One," which gained traction in the Boston music scene. That same year, she began building her profile through live performances and demos, drawing on her classical violin training to craft a distinctive rock sound. In 1995, Island funded the release of her debut EP, The Liverpool Sessions, on the independent CherryDisc label as a strategic move to create an "indie" backstory, though the sessions were actually recorded in Boston; the EP featured tracks like "The One" and showcased her raw, violin-infused style. Bonham's major-label debut album, The Burdens of Being Upright, was released on March 19, 1996, via , produced by and Sean Slade at Fort Apache Studios in . The album blended with elements, addressing themes of personal struggle and relationships across 12 tracks, including the "Mother Mother," a high-energy critique of inspired by her mother's advice. Other notable songs included "The One," "," and "Sharks Can't Sleep," with Bonham handling vocals, , and guitar on most cuts. The record achieved gold certification in the U.S. and several international markets, reflecting its commercial breakthrough. The single "Mother Mother" propelled Bonham to national prominence, topping the Billboard Alternative Songs chart for three weeks in June 1996 and marking the last time a solo female artist would do so until 2013; it also reached No. 18 on the Mainstream Rock chart and gained airplay on MTV through its one-take music video directed by Jake Scott. Bonham toured extensively that year, supporting acts in the alt-rock circuit and performing at festivals, including multiple dates on the inaugural Lilith Fair tour in 1997, where she delivered high-energy sets featuring her violin-rock fusion. Her brief classical background enabled this innovative sound, which stood out amid the 1990s grunge and alternative wave, earning her two Grammy nominations in 1997 for Best Alternative Music Album and Best Female Rock Vocal Performance for "Mother Mother." This period cemented Bonham's role as a trailblazing female voice in alternative rock, influencing the integration of classical strings into mainstream genres.

Label disputes and independent transition (1998–2003)

Following the release of her second album Down Here in 2000, Tracy Bonham encountered substantial difficulties with Island Def Jam Records, stemming from the label's merger with Def Jam in 1998, which severely limited promotion and support for the project. The album's rollout was hampered by broader industry upheavals affecting female artists, leading to underwhelming commercial performance despite critical praise for its introspective lyrics and rock arrangements. These challenges marked the beginning of prolonged disputes, culminating in Bonham ending her multi-record contract with the label in late 2001 while in the studio preparing material for a potential . As a , Bonham relocated to and pivoted to independence, focusing on self-directed projects to regain creative control. In 2001, she contributed the original song "Just Perfect" to the soundtrack for the film , showcasing her songwriting versatility outside full-length releases. This period also involved selective session work, including violin and vocal contributions to emerging artists' recordings, though details remain sparse amid her transition. To build her independent network, Bonham assembled a core backing band of collaborators, including bassist Chad Bamford and drummer Brian Nolan, enabling small-scale club and theater tours across the U.S. and that emphasized intimate performances over major-label spectacle. These efforts fostered direct fan connections, setting the stage for her DIY ethos. The culmination of this phase was the self-released EP in November 2003, produced largely by Bonham herself with minimal external intervention to reflect her unfiltered voice. Available exclusively at live shows, the five-track collection included originals like "Eyes," "All Thumbs" (co-written with producer ), and "Shine," alongside a live rendition of "Freed" and a cover of Led Zeppelin's "," blending raw rock energy with violin-driven introspection; the EP contributed to over 12,000 total copies of her self-released EPs sold during tours as featured vocalist and violinist with on their The Complex outing and subsequent tours. This independent milestone not only sustained her career but also symbolized recovery, allowing Bonham to prioritize artistic autonomy over commercial pressures, as echoed in earlier tracks like "Behind Every Good Woman" from Down Here, which addressed female strength amid industry adversity.

Experimental releases and collaborations (2004–2009)

Following her independent transition in the early 2000s, Bonham released her third studio album, Blink the Brightest, on June 21, 2005, through the Zoë imprint of Rounder Records. The record marked a bold artistic evolution, blending folk and gospel influences with indie-pop, bluegrass, and jazz elements in densely arranged compositions featuring vintage keyboards, slide guitar, and vibraphone. Tracks such as "I Miss Nothing" exemplified her willingness to take risks, fusing introspective lyrics with unconventional instrumentation to explore themes of resilience and emotional depth. In late 2006, Bonham issued the self-funded live EP In the City + In the Woods, an 11-track collection capturing performances in contrasting urban and rural environments to highlight the intimacy of her stage presence. The release delved into rootsier territory, including a cover of Beyoncé's "," while emphasizing her improvisational solos that added spontaneous energy to reinterpreted material from her catalog. Bonham expanded her collaborative reach during this era, serving as the featured vocalist and violinist for Blue Man Group's How to Be a Megastar Tour 2.0 arena production in 2006, where she contributed to high-energy theatrical rock arrangements like covers of The Who's "Baba O'Riley." She also made guest appearances with artists including Los Lobos at events such as the 1996 Lowlands Festival, though her mid-2000s work increasingly focused on performance-based partnerships. Bonham's touring shifted toward indie and festival circuits, including performances at in 2005 and Festival later that year, where she drew enthusiastic responses from alternative crowds by incorporating violin-driven improvisations into her sets. This evolution reflected a growing connection with audiences appreciative of her experimental edge, moving away from mainstream venues toward more intimate, genre-blending scenes.

Revival projects and covers (2010–2014)

In 2010, Tracy Bonham released her fourth studio album, Masts of Manhatta, through the independent label Engine Room Recordings, marking a significant step in her independent career after self-funding the project by selling over 12,000 copies of previous self-released CDs during tours with . The album draws inspiration from Walt Whitman's poem "Crossing Brooklyn Ferry," exploring themes of love, self-discovery, and the tension between urban chaos in —particularly her life in —and the tranquility of rural escapes like , as reflected in tracks such as "We Moved Our City to the Country" and "." Produced by Bonham with contributions from guitarist and mixed by on a limited budget, the record emphasizes her as the primary instrument alongside layered vocal overdubs, blending contemporary and modern rock elements for a quieter, more introspective sound compared to her earlier work. Bonham described the recording process as her most joyful yet, influenced by her practice and newfound personal balance, which infused the album with playful and mature lyricism. Building on this momentum, Bonham participated in a high-profile tribute to in June 2012, performing as part of a one-night concert in to celebrate the Beatle's 70th birthday, alongside singer-songwriters Tim Christensen and backed by Christensen's band, The Damn Crystals. The event was captured for the live album Pure McCartney, released in February 2013 on Mermaid Records, featuring Bonham's vocals on selections from McCartney's solo catalog, including "Maybe I'm Amazed," "Too Many People," "Dear Boy," and the medley "." The recording process centered on faithful yet energetic reinterpretations performed live, with Bonham contributing her distinctive arrangements to enhance the rock and pop structures, drawing from McCartney's post-Beatles era works like and McCartney. During this period, Bonham increased her live performances, integrating her classical training into sets that balanced material from Masts of with earlier hits, often in intimate venues like New York's and international spots such as in , . These shows highlighted her shift toward circuits, where her served as a central element in orchestral-like textures, as seen in dynamic renditions of tracks like "" and "Devil's Got Your Boyfriend." Media outlets noted Bonham's "rebirth" in music scenes around 2010–2012, praising her artistic independence and evolution from '90s stardom to a more personal, folk-infused style free from major-label constraints. Reviews in publications like lauded the structural depth and -rooted wit in Masts of Manhatta, positioning it as a testament to her renewed creative control, while coverage in the emphasized her preference for indie freedom over past commercial pressures. This phase solidified her presence in niche audiences, blending revivalist covers with original works reflective of her life in New York.

Mature works and recent album (2015–2025)

In 2015, Tracy Bonham released her fifth studio album, Wax & Gold, marking a self-released project through her label A Woody Hollow in partnership with ECR Music Group. The album explores themes of motherhood and introspection, drawing from Bonham's recent of a child from , as evident in tracks like "" and "Black Tears," which reflect on parental . Recorded with a stripped-down approach emphasizing acoustic elements and her , the record received praise for its intimate folk-rock sound, produced and mixed by Kevin Salem. Following this, Bonham revisited her breakthrough debut in 2017 with Modern Burdens, a full re-recording of The Burdens of Being Upright featuring updated arrangements that blend her original alt-rock energy with contemporary production. Released on October 13 via her independent label, the album includes guest vocals from artists like on "Tell It to the Sky" and on "Kisses," showcasing Bonham's matured vocal delivery and orchestral touches. Produced by John Wlaysewski and mastered by Kevin Salem, it celebrated the 20th anniversary of her major-label start while highlighting her evolution beyond early commercial pressures. After a period of creative hiatus focused on family and selective performances, Bonham reignited her songwriting through collaborations, culminating in her seventh studio album, Sky Too Wide, released on June 6, 2025, via A Woody Hollow. Funded by a successful campaign launched on March 16, 2025, which raised over $34,000 from 336 backers, the album fuses edgy pop structures with classical elegance and influences, featuring upright Rene Hart and Alvester Garnett on several tracks. "Jumping Bean" (Sky Wide Version) premiered with a filmed in April 2024 during a performance with the Eugene Ballet Company, choreographed by Suzanne Haag to evoke themes of defiance and renewal. Bonham described the project as a reflection of her unfiltered artistic voice after nearly a decade without new originals. Supporting these releases, Bonham maintained a steady touring presence, including a headline set at Summerfest in Milwaukee on June 27, 2024, where she performed a mix of classics and previews from Sky Too Wide alongside Hart and Garnett. In 2025, she headlined City Winery in Boston on June 30, sharing the bill with Jeffrey Gaines and emphasizing piano-driven arrangements from her latest work. Additionally, Bonham expanded into multidisciplinary projects, collaborating with the Eugene Ballet Company in April 2024 at the Hult Center, incorporating selections from over 30 years of her repertoire into live music and choreography exploring themes of discipline, emotion, and gender dynamics. In a June 2025 interview, Bonham reflected on her career longevity, noting the "redo" aspect of renewal as a source of power and beauty in her ongoing evolution. Following the release, Bonham continued touring, including performances at the Iridium in New York on January 31, 2026 (scheduled), and received positive reviews for the album's blend of pop, classical, and jazz elements.

Personal life

Family and relationships

Tracy Bonham was first married to musician Steve Slingeneyer, a member of the band , for three years; the couple divorced around 2000-2001 following the release of her album Down Here. In 2005, she began a relationship with Jason Fine, then executive editor of magazine, and the two married in 2006, remaining together for 15 years until initiating divorce proceedings in 2021. Bonham has cited the emotional strain of the marriage, including feelings of isolation and lack of support, as factors in the split, though she emphasized her efforts to maintain the union for the sake of their family. Following the divorce, she entered a relationship with musician Rene Hart, a with whom she has collaborated creatively. In 2012, Bonham and Fine adopted their son, Selman, who was born in Ethiopia in 2010. The adoption process profoundly impacted the family, prompting a reevaluation of their living arrangements and Bonham's priorities as a mother; she has described the journey as building a "non-traditional family" rooted in radical honesty and deep affection. Selman's Ethiopian heritage has been a point of ongoing connection for Bonham, who has publicly expressed gratitude to his birth mother and reflected on the cultural richness it brought into their lives. Bonham and her family primarily reside in Brooklyn, New York, while maintaining a home in , where she often records music and seeks balance amid her touring schedule. She has spoken about the challenges of integrating motherhood with her career, noting that Selman's presence became a driving force in her personal growth and decision-making, including ending her marriage to model emotional for him. This family-centered perspective influenced thematic elements in her post-2010 work, such as the exploration of motherhood and heritage in her 2015 album Wax & Gold. In 2023, amid her , Bonham was diagnosed with stage 1 . She underwent treatment and entered remission by 2024, later describing the experience as an "opportunity to turn inward" and a gift for personal reflection.

Philanthropic involvement

Tracy Bonham has been actively involved in philanthropic efforts centered on for children, drawing from her classical training in and to promote accessible learning opportunities. In 2020, she co-founded Melodeon Music House, an designed to foster musical development in young children through interactive classes emphasizing theory, harmony, and emotional well-being. The initiative launched amid the , initially offering hundreds of virtual sessions via to ensure continuity for families facing disruptions in . Bonham's work with Melodeon extends her commitment to non-professional , aiming to connect children to their emotions and communities through song and movement, inspired by 1970s educational programs like . She has described the program as an essential tool for children's self-expression and global awareness, with ongoing classes and performances, such as family-oriented events at venues like Concerts in 2024. This effort aligns with broader support for youth music initiatives, as Bonham has backed programs that provide instruction to children in various settings. Tied to her roots in , Bonham's philanthropy emphasizes arts access for underserved youth, reflecting her belief in the value of robust music programs she experienced growing up. Post-2015, her sustained involvement includes expanding Melodeon into a curriculum-based resource, prioritizing emotional and creative growth over professional training.

Musical style and influences

Signature style and instrumentation

Tracy Bonham's signature style fuses her classical training on with the raw energy of , creating a distinctive sound that layers intricate string melodies over driving rhythms and guitar riffs. As a classically trained violinist, she often employs the instrument as both a lead and rhythmic element, incorporating effects such as pitch-shifting to add experimental textures and depth to her alt-rock arrangements. This approach allows the violin to bridge melodic sophistication with rock's intensity, evident in her ability to weave classical phrasing into contemporary structures without overpowering the ensemble. Central to Bonham's instrumentation are her piano playing and vocal delivery, which provide emotional anchors in her compositions. On piano, she contributes harmonic foundations and subtle textures, shifting from delicate arpeggios to fuller progressions that support her songs' arcs. Her vocals are versatile and expressive, capable of conveying , , and through a wide that alternates between intimate whispers and powerful belts, enhancing the emotive core of her performances. Over time, Bonham has evolved her live style to incorporate jazz-inflected and electronic elements, expanding her role across , , and guitar to adapt tracks fluidly during shows. In live settings, she frequently performs or with minimal setups, using to augment her sound—such as effects pedals for added layers—while drawing on her singing background for spontaneous phrasing. Her band configurations have varied, often featuring longtime collaborators like Rene Hart and Alvester Garnett for a tight, that complements her string work, allowing her to emphasize her prowess as a one-woman in both intimate and full-band contexts.

Key influences and evolution

Tracy Bonham's early musical development was deeply rooted in classical training, beginning with and piano studies in her youth in . She initially aspired to emulate virtuosos like , envisioning a career in classical performance before shifting directions during her time at the . This foundation blended with emerging rock influences, particularly from the alternative scene, where artists such as inspired her raw, emotive style. Bonham has cited Harvey, along with The Pixies, , and Nirvana, as key favorites that shaped her transition to rock songwriting in the early 1990s. In the , Bonham immersed herself in the landscape, channeling her into energetic, violin-driven rock that captured the era's intensity, as seen in her debut album's hit "." This period marked a pivotal fusion of her classical precision with the rebellious energy of alt-rock, allowing her to stand out among contemporaries. By the 2000s, following label challenges, her sound evolved toward and elements, incorporating more introspective lyrics and hybrid arrangements of , and ornate pop, reflecting a maturation in her songwriting. This shift emphasized heartfelt themes over high-energy anthems, evident in releases like Blink the Brightest (2005). Bonham's influences continued to broaden through collaborations and tributes, notably her participation in the 2012 "Pure McCartney" concert in , celebrating Paul McCartney's 70th birthday alongside Tim Christensen and , where she performed McCartney's catalog with her distinctive flourishes. This event highlighted her appreciation for melodic pop craftsmanship, informing later works. By 2025, with the release of Sky Too Wide, Bonham's evolution reached a reflective pinnacle, integrating classical idols like Ravel, Debussy, and Chopin with and sensibilities to create elegant, mature pop infused with strings and freeform . This arc—from violin-propelled alt-rock to contemplative, genre-blending songwriting—underscores her lifelong pursuit of emotional depth and innovation.

Discography

Studio albums

Tracy Bonham's debut studio album, The Burdens of Being Upright, was released on March 19, 1996, by . The album achieved gold certification in the United States, , and , driven by the hit single "." It peaked at number 106 on the chart. Produced by Paul Kolderie and Sean Slade, the record blends with Bonham's violin work and introspective lyrics. The tracklist is as follows:
  1. (3:01)
  2. (2:49)
  3. Tell It to the Sky (4:05)
  4. Kisses (2:20)
  5. Brain Crack (1:04)
  6. The One (3:26)
  7. Water and Salt (3:02)
  8. (3:15)
  9. Horse (3:06)
  10. (2:25)
  11. The Real Truth (3:15)
  12. 30 Seconds (2:31)
Her second album, Down Here, arrived on April 18, 2000, under . Produced primarily by with additional production by Mark Endert on select tracks, it features Bonham on vocals, violin, guitar, organ, and string arrangements, alongside collaborators like on drums. The album received positive reception for its mix of intense guitar riffs and haunting violin-laced tracks, showcasing Bonham's versatility beyond her debut's alt-rock sound. Critics noted its emotional depth and production polish. The tracklist includes:
  1. Freed (4:14)
  2. Behind Every Good Woman (4:15)
  3. You Don't Know Me (3:55)
  4. Fake It (3:08)
  5. Cold Day in Hell (4:25)
  6. Jumping Bean (3:35)
  7. Oasis Hotel (4:06)
  8. Second Wind (3:47)
  9. Thumbelina (4:53)
  10. Meathook (3:40)
Blink the Brightest, Bonham's third studio album, was released on June 21, 2005, by Rounder Records' Zoë imprint. Co-produced by Bonham and Greg Collins (formerly of Beck and R.E.M.), it explores key themes of love and loss ("All Thumbs"), rebirth ("Something Beautiful"), independence ("I Was Born Without You"), and resilience. Reviewers praised its lush instrumentation, melodic richness, and mature songwriting, marking a shift toward more orchestral and tuneful alt-rock. The tracklist is:
  1. Something Beautiful (4:17)
  2. I Was Born Without You (3:45)
  3. And the World Has the Nerve to Keep Turning (4:46)
  4. Eyes (3:44)
  5. Take Your Love Out on Me (4:32)
  6. Whether You Fall (4:18)
  7. I'm Not a Machine (3:16)
  8. Shiver (3:48)
  9. All Thumbs (3:51)
  10. Fickle (3:20)
  11. Wilting Flower (3:48)
In 2010, Bonham self-released Masts of through Recordings. Drawing urban inspirations from her life split between and —as reflected in the Walt Whitman-derived title—the album captures contrasts between city energy and rural escape, with songs like "We Moved Our City to the Country." Produced by Bonham and collaborators including , it earned acclaim for its rich ideas, hooks, emotional depth, and genre-blending bass lines. Critics highlighted its revitalized optimism and strong identity. The tracklist features:
  1. Devil's Got Your Boyfriend (4:37)
  2. Your Night Is Wide Open (4:27)
  3. Big Red Heart (4:40)
  4. (4:13)
  5. When You Laugh the World Laughs with You (5:48)
  6. We Moved Our City to the Country (5:48)
  7. Reciprocal Feelings (3:58)
  8. In the Moonlight (4:15)
  9. You're My Isness (3:43)
  10. (4:02)
Bonham's fifth studio album, Wax & Gold, was self-released on August 21, 2015, via her A Woody Hollow label. Infused with personal motifs of family, parenthood, and —titled after an Ethiopian literary of surface (wax) and deeper meaning (gold)—it draws from her life as a mother and songwriter. The record jumps stylistically from jazz-inflected "" to R&B-tinged tracks, receiving praise as a rootsy return that highlights her maturing craft. The tracklist is:
  1. (3:37)
  2. (3:06)
  3. Wax & Gold (3:21)
  4. This Here's My Grandpa's Guitar (4:56)
  5. Oh McKenzie Silver Water (3:06)
  6. Gonegonegone (3:08)
  7. Black Tears (3:28)
  8. From the Tree to the Hand to the Page (3:45)
  9. Under the Ruby Moon (3:12)
  10. LoveLoveLoveLoveLove (3:40)
  11. One of These Days (4:02)
Modern Burdens, Bonham's sixth studio album, was self-released on October 13, 2017. It reimagines songs from her 1996 debut The Burdens of Being Upright with updated arrangements, reflecting personal growth and maturity. Produced by Bonham, the album was acclaimed for its fresh take on her early work and ranked #44 on Rolling Stone's 50 Best Albums of 2017. The tracklist includes:
  1. Modern Burdens (3:22)
  2. (3:00)
  3. (2:50)
  4. Tell It to the Sky (4:10)
  5. Kisses (2:25)
  6. The One (3:30)
  7. Water and Salt (3:05)
  8. (3:20)
  9. Horse (3:10)
  10. Going to (2:30)
  11. The Real Truth (3:20)
  12. 30 Seconds (2:35)
Sky Too Wide, Bonham's seventh studio album, was self-released on June 6, 2025, through A Woody Hollow via a successful campaign. It blends new original tracks with reinterpretations of earlier material, such as expanded versions of "Jumping Bean" and "Give Us Something to Feel," performed with a focus on shedding external pressures and embracing personal evolution. Collaborators include jazz musicians Rene Hart on bass and Alvester Garnett on drums, infusing classical, , cabaret, , and pop elements. Early critical reviews commend its transformative scope, portraying a multifaceted at her most authentic, with songs addressing resilience and moving on from past relationships. The nine-track album runs 45 minutes and includes:
  1. Give Us Something to Feel (Sky Wide Version) (5:16)
  2. The Uncertain Sun (5:59)
  3. Dear God, Should I Hit Send? (6:30)
  4. Jumping Bean (Sky Wide Version) (4:20)
  5. Damn the Sky (For Being Too Wide) (4:45)
  6. Don't Dick Around with My Heart (5:10)
  7. (4:50)
  8. The One (Sky Wide Version) (5:00)
  9. Sky Too Wide (3:44)

EPs and live releases

Tracy Bonham's debut , The Liverpool Sessions, was released in 1995 by the Boston-based label CherryDisc Records. This pre-debut EP featured seven tracks, including "Sunshine," "Dandelion," "18 Heads Roll By," "The Real," "Talk," "I'm Not a ," and "Big Foot," capturing early material that highlighted her style and violin-infused songwriting before her major-label breakthrough. The release gained local airplay for songs like "Dandelion," establishing Bonham's presence in the music scene. Following her departure from , Bonham independently released the Bee EP in 2003, which she self-produced and distributed during her tours as a guest vocalist with . The five-track EP included "Eyes," "All Thumbs," "Shine," a live version of "Freed" recorded at in , and "Black Dog," blending introspective pop-rock with acoustic elements as a bridge to her subsequent independent work. Over 12,000 copies were sold directly to fans across the without major label or radio support, demonstrating her fanbase during this transitional period. In 2007, Bonham issued In the City + In the Woods through , a live album comprising dual recordings that contrasted electric performances in urban rock venues with acoustic sets in natural woodland settings. The release featured 11 tracks, such as covers of and alongside originals like "Navy Bean" and "Eyes," showcasing her versatility in live formats and rootsier influences. Self-released initially and sold at shows, it exceeded 12,000 units in sales, funding her path toward full-length independent albums. Bonham ventured into educational music with Young Maestros Vol. 1, released on April 16, 2021, via her Melodeon Music House imprint in collaboration with the Melodeon Music House program. This 11-track album, inspired by 1970s educational series like Sesame Street and Schoolhouse Rock!, integrates original songs with music theory lessons for children, covering concepts like rhythm ("Beats to a Measure"), melody ("Me Symphony"), and notation ("Lines and Spaces") through engaging, danceable tunes such as "Shake Like a Rattlesnake" and "I Am a Movable Do." Developed during the COVID-19 pandemic as an extension of her teaching initiatives, it emphasizes joyful music education without relying on traditional children's music tropes.

Singles and other recordings

Bonham's breakthrough single, "Mother Mother," released in March 1996 from her debut album The Burdens of Being Upright, became her signature hit, topping the Billboard Alternative Songs chart in June 1996 and marking the last time a female solo artist achieved that feat until 2007. The track, known for its raw violin-driven energy and satirical lyrics about familial detachment, also reached the top five on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart and peaked at number 93 on the UK Singles Chart after limited airplay. Its music video, directed by Jake Scott, featured Bonham performing in a stark, intimate setting, contributing to its MTV rotation and Grammy nomination for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance. Earlier, in 1994, Bonham independently released "The One" as her debut single, a folk-infused track that showcased her and vocal prowess before signing with ; it later charted at number two on the Music VF alternative singles list based on metrics. "Sharks Can't Sleep," issued in 1997, peaked at number three on the same chart and appeared on the for Grosse Pointe Blank, highlighting Bonham's growing presence in cinema. In the late and , Bonham contributed original songs to various film and television soundtracks, expanding her reach beyond albums. Her track "Freed" featured in the 1996 action thriller , with an alternate version later included on her 2000 album Down Here. "Just Perfect," a self-empowerment , was written specifically for the 2001 romantic comedy soundtrack, emphasizing themes of acceptance amid its pop-rock arrangement. More recently, in April 2025, Bonham released a reimagined version of "Jumping Bean" as a promotional single ahead of her album Sky Too Wide, transforming the 2000 original's feminist defiance into a bolder rock rendition with orchestral elements; it was accompanied by a performance video blending concert footage and ballet choreography. Beyond her originals, Bonham has ventured into covers, notably participating in the 2013 tribute album Pure McCartney, where she performed Paul McCartney's "" alongside Tim Christensen and , delivering a violin-augmented rendition that captured the song's emotional intensity during a live concert. This one-off collaboration underscored her interpretive range outside studio albums.

Awards and nominations

Grammy nominations

Tracy Bonham received two Grammy nominations at the on February 26, 1997, at in , reflecting the breakthrough impact of her 1996 debut album The Burdens of Being Upright. In the Best Alternative Music Performance category, Bonham was nominated for The Burdens of Being Upright, competing alongside Beck's Odelay (winner), Tori Amos's Boys for Pele, R.E.M.'s New Adventures in Hi-Fi, and Wilco's Being There. She also earned a nod for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance for the single "Mother Mother," up against Sheryl Crow's "If It Makes You Happy" (winner), Tracy Chapman's "Give Me One Reason," Joan Osborne's "Spider Web," and Bonnie Raitt's "Burning Down the House." Bonham attended the ceremony but did not perform live during the broadcast.

Other honors and recognitions

Bonham won multiple Music Awards early in her career. In 1995, she received awards for Outstanding Debut Rock Album (indie label) for The Liverpool Sessions, Outstanding Rock Single (indie) for "Dandelion," and Outstanding Local Female Vocalist. In 1996, she won Debut Album of the Year for The Burdens of Being Upright, Single of the Year for "," Female Vocalist, and Video for "". In addition to her early Grammy nominations, which marked the peak of her breakthrough, Bonham received an Video Music Award nomination in 1996 for Best New Artist in a Video for her single "Mother Mother." Bonham's 2010 album Masts of Manhattan earned critical praise, highlighted by an feature portraying her as a "'90s Rock Star, Reborn," emphasizing her evolution from to more introspective songwriting while retaining her violin-driven intensity. Her 2017 release Modern Burdens, a reimagining of her debut album, was ranked No. 45 on Rolling Stone's list of the 50 Best Albums of 2017, lauded as a "lovingly penned postcard to Bonham's past self." In her foray into children's music education, Bonham's 2021 collaborative album Young Maestros Vol. 1 with Melodeon Music House received acclaim from the Midwest Book Review, which described it as "as entertaining as it is educational" and highly recommended it for grade school and public library children's music collections. This project, focusing on music theory through interactive songs, extended her versatility into mindful, family-oriented programming. Her 2024 collaboration with Eugene Ballet, featuring choreography by Suzanne Haag to Bonham's catalog including new single "Whether You Fall," was celebrated as an "exciting" integration of rock, song, and story, blending her 30-year repertoire with dance to explore themes of discipline and emotion. Bonham's independent ethos shone in 2025 with the successful campaign for her album Sky Too Wide, which raised $34,127 from 336 backers, enabling a reflective blend of classical, , and elements drawn from her early inspirations.

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