The Knife Shift is the seventh studio album release from American musician, vocalist, and songwriter, Kristeen Young.

Those who pre-ordered the album from Young's website received their copy a month before the official release date of May 2014.

"[3] Young promoted the release of the album with a month-long residency at the Bowery Electric in New York City.

She also made her television debut on The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson on July 16 of 2014, performing "Pearl of a Girl," with Grohl and Pat Smear of Foo Fighters joining her on drums and guitar.

The live show opening for Morrissey has received critical acclaim.