Levi McGrath

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Where Do We Go - Single

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Released: Jan 1, 2010

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Where Do We Go - Single
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Reunion Song
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Children of War - NEW VERSION
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Bringing it Back
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Letting it Go
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Genre: Folk / Pop / Rock
Location Melbourne, Au
Profile Views: 31276
Last Login: 8/7/2011
Member Since 6/17/2006
Website www.levimcgrath.com
Record Label Small House Records - www.smallhouserecords.com.au
Type of Label Indie
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.. .. .. .. ...... Layout by ..CoolChaser.. .. .. ...... .. .. .. .. .. ...... 'Levi's willingness to volunteer for 5 months in Uganda with World Vision is a clear demonstration of his heart for, and commitment to, the poorest of the poor. His example is an encouragement and a challenge to all of us. Levi's incredible experiences and insights have influenced and shaped his music powerfully. His ability to communicate through his music, something of the people he has met and the situation he's seen is extremely moving and demonstrates his unique songwriting ability. It's impossible to listen to his music and not be stirred into action. World Vision considers Levi a close friend and is proud to be partnering with him on his latest tour. I commend Levi's music and tour to you.' [Tim Costello, CEO World Vision Australia] Levi McGrath demonstrates a passionate commitment to changing the world for the better. From working with former child soldiers in Uganda, to accompanying The Choir of Hope and Inspiration (comprised of Melbourne's homeless people) Levi is committed to the belief that music is one of the most powerful influences in the world. That's why he aims for his music to motivate and inspire a new generation of people who are willing to stand up and make a difference. 'I want for my music to impact people's hearts and change people's lives. I want to be a voice of challenge to inspire people to open up their hearts to a bigger world,' McGrath enthuses. 2011 has been a big year for Levi McGrath. Following on from landing a top spot at the Australian National Folk Festival, Levi won second prize in the Indie International Songwriting Contest, competing with hundreds of international songwriters, with two of his songs from Children of War making the top 5 in the Folk Category. Levi toured Australia over May with World Vision and two former child soldiers, and has performed his powerful mix of musical story-telling to thousands of people: from Sydney Bank Executives to World Vision leaders in Singapore. He has accompanied Rev Tim Costello (World Vision Australia CEO) on several key speaking engagements and with more national television appearances coming up, Levi continues to reach out with his message of positive social action. Levi McGrath began his professional music career in 2007, with the release of his debut album Move on the Australia/USA independent Small House Records label. Move has since sold 4000+ units and has garnered over 300 radio interviews, national television appearances, feature articles and community radio airplay on 300+ stations nationwide, including several syndicated national programs. 2008 saw Levi touring Australia for six months, followed with a Australian Government-funded tour of the USA's South East. In 2009 Levi returned to Uganda to work with former child soldiers for five months, with World Vision in Gulu. This led to his sophomore, critically acclaimed album Children of War (Small House Records April 2010) -- rich in passion for social change and heart-rending stories of suffering and dignity. 2010 saw Levi complete a 100+ venue, Australia-wide tour sponsored by World Vision Australia to spread the message of rescuing the child victims of war and exploitation. Children of War has resonated with listeners everywhere, and is now in its forth pressing. Plans for later 2011 include performances at the International Melbourne Fringe Festival, more national touring and supporting a major act on a World Vision Canadian Tour (details to be announced later in 2011).
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Levi McGrath/Acoustic Guitar/Vox.... Andrew Horneman/Drums/Percussion.... Other Musicians I work with include:.... Michael Horneman.... Aron Truss.... Simon Nygaard.... ........ Buy Levi's brand new album "Children of War" on CDbaby.com.... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .... .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
Influences
Jeff Buckley/John Mayer/Glen Hansard/John Flanagan/Foy Vance/Bob Dylan/City and Colour/Joni Mitchell/Joan Baez/Lior/Josh Pyke/Eva Cassidy/Laura Marling/James Morrison/Paolo Nutini/Brooke Fraser/Regina Spector/Daniel Johns/Coldplay/Eric Bibb/Keane/Jimmy Needham/Cat Stevens/Nick Drake and a short list of others........
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Endorsements.... This young man has a very bright future as a recording artist. I heard strains of James Blunt, Jack Johnson, Pete Murray and Ben Lee in his performance. All that talent plus his boyish good looks should guarantee his success. The natural feel to this single really showcases his voice and songwriting skills and I feel his debut album will certainly make its mark on the Australian charts and with careful marketing a good slice of the overseas market too. Hope the rest of the album lives up to this first delicious entree from a young star of tomorrow.'.... [Mike Runcorn, Vice-President, 2MCR 100.3FM].... 'There are two types of geniuses in the world: there are those that leave you awestruck but feeling insignificant beside them; on the other hand, there are those that shine beside you and leave you shone upon too. You feel a little better, a little taller and a little wiser beside them. Levi McGrath belongs to the latter one. Along with Megan, his music and message pulls at the heart and one is left either comforted, challenged, compelled or confronted but never ambivalent, never a bystander. His music has an authentic ring to it because it comes from that place of knowing the profound intimacy in the heart of God and the overwhelming needs of our broken world and in the meeting of the two, hope and healing is made possible. I cannot recommend enough Levi's music to anyone who needs a fresh vision, a comforting word, and impetus for change or a reality check. Listen to Levi and you will not be disappointed.'.... [Br. Noel Cabigting, Youth Minister, Missionaries of God's Love, VIC].... "Levi brought a professional attitude with Christian humility. He is very easy to minister with, and his message in song and spoken is presented well. No 'cringe factor' at all -- he's good! We'd always welcome him back".... [Rev Ken Day, Terrigal Uniting Church, NSW]....

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Levi McGrath

I want to be remembered for 'listening'.

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Checkout the story of pregnant mother Terana who was homeless until #homeground stepped in. http://t.co/5n6f9yvd1r

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If you want to support a great organisation helping to end homelessness in Melbourne, spread the word about http://t.co/KXZU3vEtT1

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It breaks my heart to see homelessness out on Melbourne's streets during winter. No roof, no bed, no blankets on nights when its 5*C outside

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Swedish host wins in surprise #eurovision coup

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