Jeannie Tyrrell is a California-born singer-songwriter whose work draws from a deep well of personal history, theatrical training, and investigative storytelling.

“I realized that songwriting lets me say what journalism sometimes can’t,” says Tyrrell, reflecting on her debut single “Petaluma, California,” a raw and nostalgic tribute to her hometown and late father.

Born in Sonoma County, she spent her early years on the move, living across the state, an experience that fostered a strong sense of observation and narrative.

After years in journalism, she transitioned to songwriting, embracing music as a way to tell stories journalism couldn’t.

In 2020, she published Brain Drops, a book she describes as “a news report for the world in my own voice.”

Her first single, “Petaluma, California,” dropped in July 2025, marking the beginning of a body of work that explores memory, grief, and the lasting imprint of home.

Her follow-up single “Time Loop” arrived September 5 and continues her exploration of memory, connection, and emotional truth.