Jesse Jo Stark Releases Album MUSE
The 14-track record was written over three snow-covered weeks in Colorado and arrives alongside a new video for 'age of being honest.'
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Alternative
Jesse Jo Stark has released her album MUSE, now available on all streaming platforms. The record leans toward a more Americana-influenced sound with stripped-back production than her previous work.
Why it matters
MUSE marks a shift in Stark's sound toward sparser, more intimate production. For listeners across the United States, the release offers a new direction from an artist who wrote it while seeking distance from everyday noise.
MUSE contains 14 tracks and was written over three snow-covered weeks in Colorado. Commercial performance and streaming figures for the album have not yet been reported.
The players
Jesse Jo Stark
Jesse Jo Stark is a singer-songwriter whose previous work established her as an independent artist working in alternative and Americana-leaning styles.
Erik Ellington
Erik Ellington is a legendary professional skateboarder known for his influence on skate culture and his long-running career in the sport.
The details
Stark wrote the album in Colorado without fixed expectations about the outcome, and its vocals are often left largely untouched in production. The video for 'age of being honest,' directed by Indiana420 and Josephine Meng, features legendary skateboarder Erik Ellington.
Timeline
November 6, 2026: MUSE released and the video for 'age of being honest' shared
Industry Dynamics
MUSE reflects a move by Stark toward sparser production and Americana-leaning songwriting relative to her earlier catalog. The release fits within a broader pattern of independent artists favoring stripped-back arrangements that leave vocals prominent.
MUSE is available on all major streaming platforms, so listeners can access the full 14-track album immediately. The 'age of being honest' video is shared through the artist's official channels for viewing.
The takeaway
MUSE shows how an artist can change direction by stepping away from routine and letting production stay minimal. Listeners interested in sparser, vocal-forward records can start with the album's full tracklist on streaming services.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
