Corrine Bailey Rae’s Husband Inspired New Album



Corinne Bailey Rae and husband, Jason Rae

Nearly two years after her husband’s death, Corinne Bailey Rae’s new album The Sea releases today.

In support of The Sea, Corinne will kick off a series of five national television appearances with a performance on the “TODAY” show on Tuesday, January 26th. She will also appear on “Tavis Smiley” (January 27th), “Ellen” (January 28th), “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson” (January 29th) and the “Late Show with David Letterman” (March 1st). The Sea is also making its U.S. premiere on NPR Music’s “Exclusive First Listen” and is now available to stream at the link below, today only.

The album was insired by Corrine’s husband, Jason Rae, who died in March 2008 from a drug overdose. The Sea’s opening track, “Are You Here,” includes a tribute to him: “He’s a real live wire, he’s the best of his kind; he’ll kiss you and make you feel 16.”

NPR Music “Exclusive First Listen” Link:

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=122325454

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