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Freakwater is a quintessential Louisville, Kentucky-based duo known for their spare instrumentation and Appalachian-influenced harmonies. Formed by core members Janet Bean and Catherine Irwin, Freakwater blends alt-country with intimate storytelling to create a sound that’s both timeless and distinctively their own. The group has built a devoted following through sharp songwriting, critical acclaim, and a commitment to their artistic vision.

The live experience

What reaches the room

This artist page covers Freakwater’s background, extensive discography, and upcoming tour information. Whether you’re new to their music or a longtime fan, you’ll find context, releases, and the latest news to help secure your seats when touring resumes.

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Documented collaborators

Freakwater’s career spans over three decades, starting with their 1989 self-titled release and continuing through influential records like Feels Like the Third Time (1993) and Dancing Under Water (1997). They’ve collaborated on notable projects such as Freakons with the Mekons, and their releases have appeared on labels including Amoeba, Thrill Jockey, City Slang, Glitterhouse, and Bloodshot. For the most up-to-date tour information, check official channels such as their Bandcamp page and Bloodshot Records announcements. When you’re ready to see Freakwater live, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticket options.

The live experience

What reaches the room

Social connections: follow Freakwater on Bandcamp for releases and direct artist updates, and explore Bloodshot/Thrill Jockey pages for discography details and tour news. Links open in new tabs for convenience.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Freakwater

  • Origin: Louisville, Kentucky; core duo is Janet Bean and Catherine Irwin.
  • Genre: Alternative country with Appalachian-influenced harmonies and spare instrumentation.
  • Discography (complete, most recent first): Scheherazade (2016, Bloodshot); Thinking of You... (2005, Thrill Jockey); End Time (1999, Thrill Jockey); Springtime (1998, Thrill Jockey); Dancing Under Water (1997, Thrill Jockey); Old Paint (1995, Thrill Jockey); June 6, 1994 (1995, Glitterhouse); Feels Like the Third Time (1993, Thrill Jockey/City Slang); Dancing Under Water / Freakwater (1991, Amoeba); Freakwater (1989, Amoeba).
  • Top singles (most recent first; chart positions typically NA): The Asp & The Albatross / Fullerene (2015, Bloodshot); Hellbound / Lorraine (1999, Thrill Jockey); South of Cincinnati / Cut Me Out (1995, Thrill Jockey); My Old Drunk Friend / Kentucky (1993, Thrill Jockey); Your Goddamned Mouth / War Pigs (1990, York).
  • Major awards: No major mainstream awards documented; the band has received critical acclaim (e.g., Pitchfork reviews) and has collaborated on notable projects like Freakons with the Mekons.
  • Social media presence: Active Bandcamp pages for albums and singles (freakwatermusic.bandcamp.com) plus Bloodshot/Thrill Jockey release pages; see iHeart artist page for an at-a-glance social/album list.

The records

Freakwater Discography

  • Scheherazade
    2016 · Bloodshot Records
  • Thinking of You...
    2005 · Thrill Jockey
  • End Time
    1999 · Thrill Jockey
  • Springtime
    1998 · Thrill Jockey
  • Dancing Under Water
    1997 · Thrill Jockey
  • Old Paint
    1995 · Thrill Jockey
  • June 6, 1994
    1995 · Glitterhouse Records
  • Feels Like the Third Time
    1993 · Thrill Jockey; City Slang
  • Dancing Under Water / Freakwater
    1991 · Amoeba Records
  • Freakwater
    1989 · Amoeba Records

The hits

Top Freakwater Songs

  • The Asp & The Albatross / Fullerene
    2015 · Did not chart
  • Hellbound / Lorraine
    1999 · Did not chart
  • South of Cincinnati / Cut Me Out
    1995 · Did not chart
  • My Old Drunk Friend / Kentucky
    1993 · Did not chart
  • Your Goddamned Mouth / War Pigs
    1990 · Did not chart

Freakwater’s career spans over three decades, starting with their 1989 self-titled release and continuing through influential records like Feels Like the Third Time (1993) and Dancing Under Water (1997). They’ve collaborated on notable projects such as Freakons with the Mekons, and their releases have appeared on labels including Amoeba, Thrill Jockey, City Slang, Glitterhouse, and Bloodshot. For the most up-to-date tour information, check official channels such as their Bandcamp page and Bloodshot Records announcements. When you’re ready to see Freakwater live, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticket options.

Social connections: follow Freakwater on Bandcamp for releases and direct artist updates, and explore Bloodshot/Thrill Jockey pages for discography details and tour news. Links open in new tabs for convenience.

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