GRAMMY®-nominated singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams has achieved a significant milestone in her career, earning her first-ever #1 album in the UK, Australia, and the Netherlands with her sophomore release, “The Secret of Us.” This remarkable achievement is further underscored by the album’s debut at #2 on the Billboard 200, marking a triumphant entry into the global music scene.
With over 48.6 million streams to date, “The Secret of Us” has debuted in the top five in nine countries, including New Zealand, Germany, Ireland, Belgium, Canada, and Switzerland. This makes it Gracie’s best-performing album to date. The critical reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with Rolling Stone awarding the album a four-star review and praising it as a testament to Abrams’ enduring influence on contemporary music. “The Secret of Us proves Abrams is setting the tone for a very long career and that she’s not in any danger of losing her prime placement on any sad girl summer playlist for a long, long time,” the review stated.
Album Success Highlights:
- #1 in the UK, Australia, and the Netherlands
- #2 on the Billboard 200
- Top five debuts in nine countries
- 48.6 million streams to date
Abrams’ success continues beyond album charts, as she recently made her solo debut on the Billboard Hot 100 with her single “Close To You,” entering the chart at #49. This single quickly became her best-performing track upon release, amassing three million streams on Spotify in just one day. “Close To You” also marked her first appearance on the Spotify Global Chart.
Upcoming “The Secret of Us” Tour: Gracie Abrams is set to embark on her sold-out headlining tour, “The Secret of Us Tour,” starting September 5th in Portland. The tour will span across North America, featuring multiple sold-out dates and highly anticipated performances.
Tour Dates:
- 09.05.24 – Portland, OR – Alaska Airlines’ Theater of the Clouds
- 09.06.24 – Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater
- 09.08.24 – Berkeley, CA – The Greek Theatre*
- 09.09.24 – Los Angeles, CA – Greek Theatre
- 09.11.24 – Los Angeles, CA – Greek Theatre
- 09.12.24 – Los Angeles, CA – Greek Theatre
- 09.15.24 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium
- 09.16.24 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium
- 09.19.24 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
- 09.20.24 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall
- 09.22.24 – Austin, TX – Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park
- 09.24.24 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater
- 09.25.24 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory
- 09.27.24 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
- 09.29.24 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
- 09.30.24 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre
- 10.02.24 – Washington DC – The Anthem
- 10.04.24 – New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall
- 10.05.24 – New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall
- 10.06.24 – New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall
- 10.08.24 – Philadelphia, PA – The Met Philadelphia presented by Highmark
- 10.09.24 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
- 10.10.24 – Portland, ME – State Theatre*^
Tracklist for “The Secret of Us”:
- Felt Good About You
- Risk
- Blowing Smoke
- I Love You, I’m Sorry
- us. (feat. Taylor Swift)
- Let It Happen
- Tough Love
- I Knew It, I Know You
- Gave You I Gave You I
- Normal Thing
- Good Luck Charlie
- Free Now
- Close To You
Since her debut in 2019, Gracie Abrams has become a standout artist in the singer-songwriter genre. Her emotionally resonant lyrics and DIY approach have garnered her a dedicated fanbase and the admiration of prominent artists like Taylor Swift, Lorde, Billie Eilish, and Olivia Rodrigo. With her debut project “minor” and subsequent releases, Abrams has consistently delivered deeply personal and critically acclaimed music. Her recent GRAMMY nomination for Best New Artist and her continued success with “The Secret of Us” highlight her growing impact on the music industry.
Gracie Abrams’ journey is a testament to her talent and the powerful connection she has with her audience, making her a prominent figure in contemporary music.
Report Mark Winkler
