On January 15th, folk singer Erin McKeown will release her 8th studio album titled Manifestra.

The songs span a number of social issues, including injustice found around the world and even border politics, as seen in her single “The Jailer.” This album will mark the first ever music video for McKeown, who has had the pleasure of working with such acts as 10,000 Maniacs, Martin Sexton, and Dar Williams.

She also announced concert dates for the early part of 2013. Her tour kicks off on January 17th in Boston, MA.

Erin McKeown on Tour:
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Jan. 17: Boston, MA – Brighton Music Hall
Jan. 18: New York, NY – (Le) Poisson Rouge
Jan. 19: Brooklyn, NY – Littlefield
Jan. 20: Philadelphia, PA – Johnny Brenda’s
Jan. 21: Arlington, VA – Iota
Jan. 23: Pittsburgh, PA – Club Cafe
Jan. 24: Cleveland, OH – Beachand Tavern
Jan. 25: Chicago, IL – The Hideout
Jan. 26: Minneapolis, MN – Cedar Cultural Center