It’s a good thing singer/songwriter Amber Lawrence was an accountant in a former life, because the numbers are really starting to add up for her, on the chart that is.
In the space of 12 months Amber has had 3 consecutive singles in the Top 5 Country Radio Charts including, “Things That Bring Me Down”, “Gonna Fly” and the third single “Good Girls” which hit the 1 position on both the Radio and CMC video chart, for 5 weeks infact! She has two Golden Guitar nominations (2008) for “Female Artist of the Year” and “New Talent of the Year” under her belt, was awarded the 2007 Independent Female Artist of the Year and for the second consecutive year has not one, but three Southern Star Independent Country Music Award nominations for “Apra/Amcos Single of the Year”, “Album of the Year” and “Female Vocalist of the Year”. To top it off her album “The Mile” reached Number 4 on the Australian Country ARIA Chart, an amazing achievement for a debut album!
Continuing the momentum, a 4th single, the title track “The Mile”, will be released from the album in October 2008. “The Mile” is a heart rending song about a father’s loss of his16 year old jockey son in a racing accident and the last mile they walked together on the morning of the fatal accident. It’s a true story, close to Amber’s heart, yet it is written as though it could apply to anybody who has lost a dear loved one.
Amber’s story is quite unique in the fact that she grew up in the urban city of Sydney, listening to indie pop and it wasn’t until she expanded her musical tastes at the age of 17 that she fell in love with all things country. After completing a commerce degree at the University of NSW, Amber entered the work force as an accountant for Qantas but continued to mix music and career. That was until “The Mile” and her hectic touring schedule got the better of her, and she downed the spreadsheets and calculators to dedicate her time fully to music.
“I’d prolonged the decision for quite a while as in the early days of an artists’ career you’ve still got to pay the bills. I was touring, doing interviews and media engagements, trying somehow to be a part-time accountant and eventually I had to bite the bullet, but I don’t regret the decision one bit”, says Amber.
Amber’s early career success on radio and television came via her independently and self funded EP “I’ve Got the Blues” which made Number 4 on the Country Music Charts and remained there for several weeks. This was the beginning for this stunning brunette who only graduated from the prestigious CMAA Australian College of Country Music in 2004.
Amber’s success comes from natural talent and four years of doing the hard yards touring, writing and honing her skills with pen and guitar before unleashing the results in an amazing debut album The Mile, produced by Rod and Jeff McCormack.
All songs on the album are written or co-written by Amber and demonstrate a talent to combine tuneful, original melodies with polished, mature lyrics to produce songs that really connect with audiences.
Amber has regularly appeared as a guest of TV program’s such as “Sunrise”, “The Morning Show”, “Susie Show”, “Mornings With Kerri Anne” and the “Channel 10 News” plus has featured in key glossy publications Cosmopolitan and the Australian Magazine. She also is quickly becoming known for her hosting talents. Amber was the ‘roving reporter’ for the 2SM Super Radio Network at this year’s Golden Guitars in Tamworth and has hosted the Independent Country Music Awards for two years running.
Aside from touring the country with her band, Amber has teamed up with the McClymonts for a series of shows and more recently with fellow country artists Dianna Corcoran, Kirsty Lee Akers and Aleyce Simmonds under the moniker “Chic Frontier” - a 2 hour showcase that’s been wowing audiences along the East Coast.
Amber also found time in her busy schedule to visit East Timor with The McClymonts to play for the Troops. “It was an absolute honour to be asked to sing for our Troops. It certainly made me aware of how tough their job is, and how lucky we are to live in Australia”.
Mixing with and learning from the likes of Beccy Cole, John Williamson, Kasey Chambers, Troy Cassar-Daley, Adam Harvey and Melinda Schneider helped the dynamic performer to develop her natural ability to engage audiences. Her enthusiasm and natural talent led to offers to tour with artists like Adam Harvey, James Blundell and The McClymonts.
Amber is presently writing new songs for a 2nd album to be released in the first quarter of 2009. There’s no stopping this girl.
Amber Lawrence is proudly sponsored by Maton Guitar.
www.amberlawrence.com / www.myspace.com/amberlawrence1
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I'm live on Radio Skid row 88.9FM 2nite tues 20th Oct at 6pm http://lnk.ms/10y8q (4 live stream) and then at the Excelsior Htl, Glebe on Thurs 22nd at 7.30 all for freee!
New album up in my pics-last folder-including Amber and Trav at Pioneer...Check em out,Amber fans and leave a comment...Yes,the pink shoes are included.....And it was a brilliant show-thanks Amber.
Hi,I hope your week is going well and it continues, what have you been getting up to ? I hope you are keeping out of trouble..lol.Well it looks like I will be moving , everything has been agreed and accepted , so I will be setting up a new recording studio in New Brunswick , Canada. I have always wanted to be back by the sea it will be nice having a studio there.Just a big move, but it will be worth it.A lot of trips back and forth moving everything , but then it will be done over a long period so it makes it easier,I am pretty excited about it , it will then be great working with new vocalists / artists.I am hoping also to set up an electrical buisness on the side working with realtors offering them a service. So much going on ill tell you next time, well im going into my studio soon work, on these christmas songs they are going well.Take care I am looking forward to hearing from you, a big hug and blessings to a special friend, kevin xo.
Hi Amber, We saw you preform at the Muster and we thought we'd let you know that you were fantastic! We wanted to get up and dance but it was soo hot. Hehe. How are things with your new album? How are you? Love Brade x
Just a superb gig tonight in Canberra. Kudos to you, Travis, the band and Frog from Songland Records for making it possible.
And while I should be hitting the sack and preparing for breakfast radio in a little under eight hours, I have a gig review to transcribe from my hand!
Looking forward to seeing you back in Canberra just as soon as the winds blow you back this way.
Hey Amber Great new album!! Really think you should up load 'Women like me' to you myspace!! Love your music. See you in Bathurst at the end of the month xx
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