Annie Schultz, photo by Julian Owen
ANNIE SCHULTZ
BIO
Annie Schultz is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Olympia, WA. Drawing influence from songwriters like Elliott Smith and Nick Drake, they have developed a musical style composed of thoughtful, modal chord progressions and an emotionally expressive vocal delivery.
Schultz grew up in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota and began learning to play the guitar at the age of 14. They attended a performing arts high school, which advanced their musical education and introduced them to Minneapolis' DIY house show scene. Here, Schultz developed a deep admiration and respect for the legacy and influence that local legends like Prince, The Replacements, and Husker Du left on music scenes both in and out of the Midwest.
Enamored by the musical history of the Pacific Northwest, Schultz decided to move to Olympia and pursue a degree in audio production at Evergreen State College. Throughout their studies, they became fascinated with the introspective songwriting of gothic bands like Joy Division and The Cure, as well as the emotional parallels that post-punk shares with the singer-songwriters who served as Schultz's primary sources of inspiration.
Bridging the gap between the earnest, soft-spoken approach of acoustic songwriting and the moody, angular conventions of post-punk, Schultz crafts a vital and distinctive sound. Fans of Elliott Smith, Phoebe Bridgers, and Angel Olsen will connect with the contemplative and dream-like atmospheres of Annie Schultz’s work.
In recent years, Schultz has established themself in the Olympia scene, routinely sharing bills with local and touring acts and playing both solo acoustic and full band sets.
Schultz’s debut label EP It Bends Until It Breaks received immediate recognition, garnering press coverage from Wonderland, METAL, Under the Radar, Grimy Goods, Luna Collective, Ones To Watch, Celebmix, and official playlist features on Apple Music.
Origin: Twin Cities, MN
Currently: Olympia, WA
Genres: Indie Rock/Indie Folk/Singer-Songwriter
Label: Trailing Twelve Records
Press: info@trailingtwelve.com
Management: info@trailingtwelve.com
Booking: info@trailingtwelve.com
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PRESS & FEATURES
"An emotive and introspective masterpiece that delves deep into the complexities of self-discovery and personal growth" - Wonderland
"Entices you effortlessly through its lyrical personality and melodic form of seduction" - METAL
"One of the best EPs of the year. A voice that can make you fall to your knees and weep." - CelebMix
"unwinds gently and methodically, sprawling over a spacious expanse of dreamy synth beds and tremulous guitar textures" - Under The Radar
"Schultz’s guitar glides over the waters of distant echoing chords corresponding to each strum, coming together in a cross between folk and indie." - Grimy Goods
"focused and stunning in minimal production, allowing space for visceral connection as the singer-songwriter's angelic vocals carry you on this introspective journey" - Luna Collective