SHE'S AUSTRALIAN, SHE PLAYS GUITAR, AND SHE SINGS COUNTRY...
But it's not the Australian accent that you notice, charming though it is. It's the way Megan Laurie delivers a song - rich, soulful, and from the heart. Her music is fresh and inviting, as you'd expect from a vivacious young woman, and it has a unique depth and style that are all her own.
Megan Laurie is driven. "I grew up touring Australia, following the country music circuit. While my friends were playing sports and partying, I was at home learning lyrics, charting and writing songs, practising my guitar and honing my vocal skills. Music has always given me an outlet to express my thoughts and emotions," says Megan.
The Australian industry undoubtedly recognizes Megan's promising talent, crowning her three consecutive Champion of Champions titles: Victoria, South Australian and Queensland. Megan is the only person ever to win the trifecta!
In 2004, Megan moved to America to learn the ins and outs of the music business at South Plains College in Levelland, Texas, where some of American's most famous country music artists jump-started their careers: Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks, Heath Wright of Richocet, LeAnn Womack, Matt Jenkins, and Australia's own Jedd Hughes, to name a few. "South Plains College gave me the opportunity to study under the guidance of some of the most respected tutors in the music industry."
South Plains College faculty awarded Megan Outstanding Female Songwriter of the Year 03-04 and 04-05, Female Country/Swing Vocalist of the Year 03-04 and 04-05, Female Bluegrass Vocalist of the year 04-05, Female Country/Swing Instrumentalist of the Year 04-05 and Female Entertainer of the Year 04-05. Megan has also been a member of the "Thursday Nite Live" television program aired live each month, giving Megan valuable exposure throughout the Hockley County area. "It is easy to forget that Megan Laurie is just in her twenties. Her musical maturity and positive approach are beyond her years," says Scott Faris, Director of Guitar Studies at South Plains College.
Megan's debut CD was released in 2006. Not only did Megan write 10 of the 12 songs' but she also played some of the guitar tracks and co-produced the album. "I am who I am. I do what I do. I work hard, search for new roads and set the scene for my own individual style.' It looks like Megan Laurie is on the right road...
bio written by Scott Faris, Fariswheel Productions
Hey!! I think I remember a girl that kinda looked like you....ONLY SHE WAS AN ABBO!!! We miss you too, would you like to book a couple of Fridays?? I think I can make an opening with just a little shuffling around!! Things are pretty good here, we all miss you..(and hearing from you) I got a Harley Davidson "Fat Boy" you should come and let me take you for a ride!! (Debbie and Leslie won't ride with me..haha)We're going to Colorado on the 4th of July. Debbie's brother and I are going to take a road trip on our motorcycles while we're there. You can be my "Bitch" and ride behind me if you want!! ha Everyone always asks about you, they think you don't love us anymore!! Write soon, and tell your Mum and Dad I said "Good day mate!! Love ya.....Larry the Smokehouse Man
How are you? Did you have a safe drive back home from port pirie after the music festival last week?
I loved the music for youth workshop - everyone was so encouraging and it has motivated me to keep working on my singing and songwriting. I'll be singing a solo at my brother's baptism next week :-D My brother asked me to - it was very sweet of him lol
hey you. been a while. how are things for you? things are good here on my end. got back from iraq bout a month or so ago, and bought a new truck while i was home on leave visiting my family. hope all is well for you. talk to you later.
MEEEEEEGAN freakin Laurie where in the hell have you been lately, hmmm???? Well if you get a chance you need to hurry up and come back to nashville and play a gig with me... so what the hell are you waitin for geez...haha.. miss ya punk... GUNS
just so you know .. i miss you a whole hell of a lot and i HAD to comment you cuz i found a capo you gave me once upon a time ago haha it was random.. hope all is well! love ya megan :)
I haven't stopped by your site in a while. So, I thought I would do that and listen to your great songs. I hope all is well with you, Megan. Take care and God bless!
Thanks for the friendship. Love your tunes. Didn't think Auzzies had it in them to sing Country like you do. Have a wonderful weekend. Keep on singin...Love ya.
miss you too my precious. kristi and I just give each other a hug every day and say how much we miss you. Hope you're still singing and writing love you Cary C
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