Miko Marks Releases New Album Hell Or High Water
The Oakland-based artist marks her return with a new record and announces a 2027 headlining concert tour.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Folk
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Miko Marks has released her latest studio album, Hell Or High Water, through Redtone Records. The collection follows the artist's previous 2022 release and reflects on a period of significant personal transition.
Why it matters
The album serves as a creative response to profound life changes, including the end of a 29-year marriage and the artist's personal journey with sobriety beginning in 2024.
The album features the title track Hell Or High Water and a song titled Death Rolls Like Thunder. This new work arrives following the artist's previous studio album released in 2022.
The players
Miko Marks
An Oakland-based musician known for her contributions to the folk and Americana genres.
Justin Phipps
A musician and producer who collaborated on the songwriting and production for the new album.
The details
Produced by and co-written with Justin Phipps, the album captures a period of personal change for the Oakland-based musician. The song It's Alright originated from a guitar riff provided by Phipps, while the track Death Rolls Like Thunder incorporates historical references to the Battle of Little Bighorn.
Timeline
October 30, 2026: The album Hell Or High Water was released.
December 2026: Tickets for the show in Keene, New Hampshire, go on sale.
January 19, 2027: The Hell or High Water Tour begins in Seattle.
Industry Dynamics
This release marks a significant artistic evolution for the performer following her 2022 album, Feel Like Going Home. The return highlights a trend of artists utilizing personal life transitions to drive their creative output and touring cycles.
Fans can now stream or purchase the new album through major music platforms. Ticket sales for upcoming tour dates are set to open in December, with the full tour scheduled to launch in early 2027.
The takeaway
The album serves as a poignant exploration of resilience and personal reinvention through music. Listeners looking to engage with the artist's new direction can follow her upcoming tour schedule to experience the latest work live.
What happens next
Tickets for the concert in Keene, New Hampshire, are scheduled to go on sale in December 2026. The Hell or High Water Tour is set to begin its run in Seattle on January 19, 2027.
Further reading
For more on the latest developments in the genre, visit the Folk section.
More information
To find upcoming show dates or purchase concert tickets, visit the artist tour and ticket information page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
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