Girl Tones Release Debut Album ‘Precious’

Kentucky sister duo Girl Tones have released their debut album, Precious, a six-year project shaped in part by grief after the loss of a loved one. The record pairs fuzzy, punk-driven guitars and sharp rhythms with pop hooks, vulnerability and themes of loss, mental health and nonconformity; its quieter moments reveal a more tender side. One review praised the album’s discipline and songwriting but noted that its volume sometimes overwhelms its strongest ideas. The duo, who built a following through DIY shows, festival appearances and tours with established rock acts, are supporting the release with their first headlining U.S. tour.