The War and Treaty released Plus One, their fourth studio album, in February and then hit the road in support of the record! The husband-and-wife duo recently performed live at Howard Theatre in DC, and Steve Satzberg was there to photograph the show.
The following article is adapted from a press release.
At Howard Theatre on April 11, The War and Treaty paced through the singles from Plus One. About halfway through the show, Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter performed “Stealing a Kiss,” which they wrote inspired by their passion for each other. Directed by Gus Black, the song’s music video showcases their electrifying performance and tangible chemistry on the soulful, seductive track.
Watch the official music video for “Stealing a Kiss” by The War and Treaty on YouTube:
They ended the snow with “Can I Get an Amen,” another powerful new song. Jam-packed with themes of putting family first as well as pride and gratitude for one’s life, the driving and soulful track is a true tribute to love and faith. “Can I Get An Amen” was written by the husband-and-wife pair and is led by an electric sound that has them dubbed the “King and Queen of Gospel Country.” It was the fourth song release from the group in 2024, building to the release of Plus One in February.
Founded in 2014 by the husband-and-wife duo Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, The War And Treaty has emerged as one of the most electrifying new acts in American music. With a lionhearted sonic blend, both roaring with passion and tender to the touch, The Tennessean notes, “they are unlike any other act in music.” The War And Treaty’s major label debut album Lover’s Game (Mercury Nashville), was met with critical praise with Associated Press claiming, ”The colossally talented pair continue their commando, no-limits journey to the top of the music world.” Drawing respect across the board, they have gone on to appear as top-flight collaborators including the latest “Hey Driver” with Zach Bryan.
The duo recently earned an Academy of Country Music nomination for Duo of the Year that comes following an exciting year of honors, garnering their first ever GRAMMY nominations for Best American Roots Song and for the all-genre Best New Artist, as well as their first ever Duo of the Year nomination from the Country Music Association and Vocal Duo nomination from the ACM. They were also nominated for this year’s CMT Music Awards for Duo/Group Video of the Year and for CMT Performance of the Year. Further recent recognition has come by the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Grand Ole Opry, and the Americana Music Association.
Here are some photos of The War and Treaty performing at Howard Theatre on April 11, 2025. All pictures copyright and courtesy of Steve Satzberg.
