Jackie West
“It’s me, baby, you”, Jackie West sings on the opening track of her new record, ‘Silent Century’ set to
release February 27th, 2026 via Ruination Records.
Like a hall of mirrors, West’s sophomore record unfolds like a playful conversation between the
NYC/Hudson Valley-based artist and herself. What emerges is a remarkable portrait of femininity and
fluidity, of violence and forgiveness, of our capacity to heal.
The power of Silent Century resides in West’s ability to make small moments ring out and resonate just
as much as loud ones. On the title track, she investigates the objectification of our bodies—who owns
them, and at what price? Small details (“plastic underwear", “nightmare of dismantled pleasure”) illuminate
centuries of gendered silencing. As West embraces her multitudes, whether choosing to speak up or
listen quietly, she now claims sovereignty for herself.
Jackie West
Scout Gillett
Tough Touch, Scout Gillett's sophomore album, emerges from years of relentless motion—a
period the Missouri-born, Brooklyn-bred, and now LA-based artist describes as one of
growth, vulnerability, and learning to trust her instincts. Set for release in 2026 via Slouch
Records, the album explores the pain that vulnerability brings, the fragility of life, and the
challenge of finding oneself within a relationship—all rendered with the gritty, glittery cosmic
twang that makes Scout's sound so singular.
“An indie spark plug with old soul sensibilities, Scout Gillett crafts soulful, folk-tinged music
that draws on both her rural roots and her DIY spirit.”
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“Expanding her palette with grungy new influences, the LA-via-Kansas-City songwriter’s
second album is often higher-octane while retaining her debut’s emotional core.”
Scout Gillett
