Short Bio
Emerging artist Lauryn Macfarlane is paving her own path in today's music industry. Lauryn effortlessly blends Singer/songwriter, Pop and Alt-Country together in a way that feels new, haunting, and alluring. Her honest and vulnerable songwriting style and personality are what draw audiences in and leave them wanting more.
Extended Bio
Somewhere between Alt-Country, Pop and Singer/songwriter, emerging artist Lauryn Macfarlane’ is paving her own path in today's music industry. As a rising Canadian artist and songwriter, Lauryn has garnered attention across Eastern Canada. Her honest and vulnerable songwriting style and personality are what draw audiences in and leave them wanting more.
After opening and sharing bills with various acts including Aysanabee, Chantel Kreviazuk, Donovan Woods, and Kathleen Edwards, Lauryn has found a presence and aura on stage that commands attention. The energy is raw, visceral and intimate.
In the fall of 2019, Lauryn made the move to Montreal, Quebec, Canada, where she worked alongside producer/engineer Sam Woywitka and musicians Isaac Symonds, Mishka Stein and Robbie Kuster on her first couple of singles. In the summer of 2022, Lauryn had the opportunity to go to LA and work with Grammy award winning Montreal born producer Jason Kellner.Lauryn is now working with Manitoba producer Derek Benjamin on her debut EP.
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“ Despite her small stature, her voice and lyrics are bigger than the stage itself” - Amira Benjamin
“Carrying a vocal quality that is completely addictive, Lauryn beautifully balances soothing tones with punchy, multi-tracked harmonies. Like liquid gold, warm and sweeping slides adorn the track pulling the flow of each phrase right through the speakers and pouring them into our ears. ” - Harriet Heywood
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Notable shows.
- Shes the one Competition ottawa bluesfest 2016
- Alan Slaight music night 2017
- CMW 2018
- Hillside winter festival 2021
- Ottawa bluesfest 2021
- Peterborough folk Festival 2021 (granted Emerging artist award)
- Peterborough Folk Festival 2022
- Folk Music Ontario - Developing artist program 2022
- Lescogrife 2023