Laura Michelle
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It's not just game developers or industry folks enjoying the vibe at E3...singer/songwriter Laura Michelle dropped by the Crave Invasion Event Space to talk about her music video for "Chuck Norris" and to look back at her gaming enjoyment as a young one.
[**The interview is on video on the weblink**] - Crave Online
Laura Michelle - 24th Annual GLAAD Media Awards held at the JW Marriott - Arrivals - Los Angeles, CA, United States - Sunday 21st April 2013
(**Picture on site**) - Contactmusic.com
Laura Michelle arrives at the 24th Annual GLAAD Media Awards presented by Ketel One and Wells Fargo at JW Marriott Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE on April 20, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.
(**Pictures on site**) - ZIMBIO
L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, “Chuck Norris,” a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single “Chuck Norris” is available now on iTunes – the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, “Novel with No End,” releasing spring 2013. - Skope Magazine
Even Chuck Norris would be impressed by this: In just four weeks, WeHo singer Laura Michelle’s new single “Chuck Norris” has surpassed 4 million views on YouTube.
The pop anthem about “unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all,” is the first song off of Michelle’s upcoming debut album “Novel with No End,” releasing spring 2013.
Michelle, 28, has lived in West Hollywood for six years.
“One of the things I like is the diversity of West Hollywood. For example, my street, it’s super quiet. The feel isn’t like being in the second largest city in the U.S. You know how there’s pockets in this city that feel like you aren’t actually really in the city, but yet I can go a street or two over and there’s tons to do. It’s like a party! You’re practically drinking cocktails in the street!”
Of the Sunset Strip music venues, Michelle has primarily played at the Whisky a Go Go and Viper Room.
“I remember the first time I played the Whisky,” she said. “I felt so responsible. When I think of all the legendary artists that have played there over the last 40-50 years … I wanted to make them proud. I wanted to walk in their badass shoes. It was an ‘if the walls could talk’ experience.”
Watch the video below and you’ll spot a number of iconic LA locations, such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches at Santa Monica.
And if you came here hoping for the Chuck Norris, we got you covered too … - WeHo Ville
Adding to a long tradition of featuring top-level talent, four big acts have been booked to headline this year’s White Party in Palm Springs, California.
Ana Matronic of the Scissor Sisters will be one of the two acts at Saturday night’s main event, taking place yet again at the Palm Springs Convention Center. Known for her amazing stage presence and biting lyrics, the multi-talented Matronic will be making a solo return of sorts at this event. Emerging from the same downtown arts scene as 2009 White Party headliner Lady Gaga, Matronic will no doubt bring quite the performance to the desert affair.
Also headlining on Saturday is Roc Nation/Columbia Records singer Alexis Jordan, who returns with her new single, “Acid Rain.” Jordan headlined the White Party’s Sunday tea dance in 2011.
Carmen Electra marks her return to the music industry by headlining this year’s tea dance, where she’ll be performing her new single, “I Like It Loud.” For those who don’t remember, Electra began her career as one of Prince's musical protégés.
Joining Electra on Sunday are Swedish breakout stars Icona Pop, whose single “I Love It!” (feat. Charlie XCX) is currently tearing up dance floors across the world and is the theme song on MTV’s “Snooki & JWoww.” Also, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” stars Willam Belli and Detox will perform, along with their friend Vicky Vox.
This year’s festival takes place over Easter weekend, March 29–31. Other performers for the weekend include Kwanza Jones, Meital Dohan, Laura Michelle, and Albanian star Bleona. The weekend will be hosted by “Real Housewives Of Miami” star Adriana DeMoura.
The exciting DJ lineup for the weekend includes Peter Rauhofer, Rosabel, Tony Moran, Paulo & Jackinsky, Wayne G, Manny Lehman, Andy Almighty, Casey Alva, Danny Verde, Pornstar, Dave & Gerardo, Dani Toro, Grind, Ryan Kenney, and more.
Says White Party producer Jeffrey Sanker, “For each event I’ve tried to re-envision and re-imagine every element and detail, from the entertainment, to the music, to the most cutting-edge sound and lighting, advanced special effects, and full-surround LED video walls.”
Past headliners at the White Party in recent years have included Mary J. Blige, Ke$ha, Robyn, Jennifer Lopez, and Gaga. This year’s event is described as, “The biggest international lineup of DJs ever assembled for the largest gay dance music festival weekend in the world.” - Yahoo! Music News
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. -- Carmen Electra attends Mike Ruiz’ Birthday Gala at XL Nightclub on December 7, 2012 in New York CityCaption Producer Jeffrey Sanker today revealed the list of talent for this year’s annual White Party, taking place March 29-April 1 in Palm Springs, Calif.
The Saturday night main event concert will feature co-headliners; Ana Matronic of Scissor Sisters will perform solo and, in addition, Roc Nation/Columbia Records artist Alexis Jordan by popular demand to spread the “happiness” and debut her new song, “Acid Rain.”
The weekend-long event kicks off with entertainment from Meital Dohan and Kwanza Jones, each performing their hit songs as heard on the popular Andrew Christian Underwear viral videos.
Earlier Saturday, “Real Housewives of Miami” castmember Adriana DeMoura is slated to perform “Feel The Rush,” the theme from her hit Bravo series. Saturday pool party revelers will also be introduced to Albanian superstar Bleona, making her U.S. debut with her single “Without You.”
The party continues on Sunday poolside with Laura Michelle and her debut song, “Chuck Norris.” Later on Sunday, the popular T-Dance will be headlined by Carmen Electra with her new single “I Like It Loud.” RuPaul’s Drag Race stars William Belli & Detox, and Vicky Vox will perform their smash hit. Swedish duo IconaPop currently blowing up U.S. Top 40 radio with their smash anthem, “I Love It” will also take the stage.
The official closing party will feature K.Rose with her song, “Sleep When I’m Dead.”
To find out the latest information on the event visit: www.jeffreysanker.com. - Access Hollywood
On the website, there is a recording of Laura's radio interview.
http://www.lobeline.com/laura-michelle-on-kbeach-radio -
Join YouTube sensation and West Hollywood resident Laura Michelle for a musical performance on Saturday, March 16 at 9:30pm in the Foundation Room at the House of Blues on the Sunset Strip. Michelle will debut music from her upcoming release, "Novel With No End", and her single, "Chuck Norris", a pop anthem about releasing one's inner kung-fu master. - The Los Angeles Times
Singer-songwriter and YouTube sensation Laura Michelle will take the stage with her band at the Foundation Room at the House of Blues on Saturday, March 16 at 9:30 p.m.
Michelle’s YouTube music video for her premier single “Chuck Norris” has nearly 6 million views in its first two months. It is the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, “Novel with No End,” releasing spring 2013.
Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga, the video was shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica - WeHo Ville
WeHo Singer-songwriter and YouTube sensation, Laura Michelle, will take the stage with her award-winning band at WeHo’s renowned Foundation Room at the House of Blues; 8430 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, on Saturday, March 16th at 9:30 pm.
Laura Michelle’s YouTube music video for her premier single “Chuck Norris” has landed a musical knockout-blow, nearing six million views in its first two months.
Laura Michelle’s YouTube music video for her premier single “Chuck Norris” has landed a musical knockout-blow, nearing six million views in its first two months. “Chuck Norris,” a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master within, co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, "Novel with No End," releasing spring 2013.
Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga and shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica, the video is a witty commentary on the song’s central message of self-acceptance.
A native of Danville, a suburb in the East Bay of Northern CA, Laura started singing before she could walk, delved into recording when she got to high school, and began writing her own music when she moved to LA post grad.
She soon formed a band that began performing original songs across Southern California and up the California coast. After meeting Producer Jarrett Zellea, Laura began writing her debut album. Songs include smart rockers and poignant ballads such as the title track "Novel With No End," a tribute to her late father, who died when Laura was 15.
Commenting on the songs success and her upcoming appearance at the White Party in Palm Springs Laura said, "To say I’m ecstatic would be an understatement and performing for Jeffrey Sanker where so many other great artists like Jennifer Lopez, and Lady Gaga and Ke$ha have come before me is such an honor!” - WeHo News
(**FYI: There are a lot of great photos of Laura Michelle on this website that the newspaper took.)
PALM SPRINGS — The annual party noted for breaking acts like Lady Gaga and bringing thousands of gay men to our backyard wrapped up Sunday with record attendance, filled hotels and closing night performances by Icona Pop, Carmen Electra and pop artist of the weekend Carly Rae Jepsen at White Party Park behind host Renaissance Hotel.
“It’s awesome; I love it,” said Cruz Garcia, at his first White Party. “Yesterday we dressed up as bunnies for Easter and everybody was taking pictures of us at the main event.”
“White Party was originally designed to be a weekend getaway for the L.A. boys,” event producer Jeffrey Sanker said Sunday afternoon. “I guess the word got out about what a welcoming and beautiful city of Palm Springs is … because we now have attendees from every corner of the globe.”
Last year’s event boasted a headliner performance by Mary J. Blige at the event’s signature party. This year’s signature event Saturday at the Palm Springs Convention Center went a little smaller with Scissor Sister Ana Matronic and former “America’s Got Talent” contestant Alexis Jordan.
A highlight of Saturday’s party was interviews conducted on the White Carpet by Jaymes Vaughan of “The Amazing Race” and the great Madame, the puppet queen of the White Party, who also made an appearance with Carmen Electra on “Access Hollywood Live” over the weekend.
Colby Melvin, who is an official party dancer along with his friend Brandon Brown, both from Los Angeles, said that while Saturday’s events lived up to expectations it’s Sunday’s T-Dance that really completes the party.
“It’s my first White Party. Last night’s performances were amazing ... the lights, the entire show, I think. But the biggest part of the weekend is the performances at T-Dance,” he said.
“I’ve been to a few. It’s bigger and better every year,” Brown said. “The last time I came was three years ago, and it’s probably 20 percent bigger than it was then. So it really grows.”
Now in its 24th year, the White Party is one of the city’s biggest tourism draws. It generates over a million dollars in occupancy tax for the city of Palm Springs, according to Sanker. New hotels like Skylark and 1-year-old favorite Saguaro, although not host locations, were filled.
“Skylark is a new property so this is our first White Party and the feedback has been wonderful. We’ve been sold out for some time,” said the hotel’s director of marketing Reggie Cameron. “We had women at our pool party Saturday. It’s nice to see everybody play well together and that’s something I saw even at the festivities.”
Skylark hosted a few of its own poolside White Party-inspired events as did Saguaro.
“It’s a great event for city itself. Our hotel was sold out all weekend and our restaurants were full,” said Michael von Wittenau, director of sales and marketing for Saguaro. “We did have an event. It’s the second time we’ve had it with a production company out of Los Angeles and it gives an alternative for people that perhaps didn’t have an opportunity to go to White Party events … it’s not one of the official events but it was something different.”
Attendance at last year’s White Party set a record. While figures have yet to be confirmed for this year’s gay dance and music festival, Sanker believes it drew even more party goers.
“Last year we had over 30,000 attendees over the course of the weekend,” Sanker said. “So far, we are ahead of last year.”
Sunday afternoon ended with a three-song, poolside performance by YouTube breakout artist Laura Michelle. Carmen Electra, Icona Pop and Carly Rae Jepsen performed at Sunday night’s circus-themed T-Dance.
Police noted no extraordinary issues during the White Party, according to Sgt. William Hutchinson of Palm Springs Police Department.
“Just business as usual,” he said. A more detailed report will be available in a few days. - My Desert.com
L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, "Chuck Norris," a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single "Chuck Norris" is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, "Novel with No End," releasing spring 2013.
The music video skyrocketed past one million YouTube views in its first week. Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga and shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica, the video is a witty commentary on the song’s central message of self-acceptance. A proud prankster herself, Laura co-conceived the video’s concept, which features her at the roller rink, jogging along the shore and navigating Hollywood Boulevard dressed as Snow White.
The new single and album was executive produced by two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z). Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced and co-wrote several tracks with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winner Rafa Sardina engineered and mixed, while a stellar group of musicians played with Laura on the new album, including guitarist/pianist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira).
A native of Danville, a suburb in the East Bay of Northern CA, Laura started singing before she could walk, delved into recording when she got to high school, and began writing her own music when she moved to LA post grad. She soon formed a band that began performing original songs across Southern California and up the California coast. After meeting Producer Jarrett Zellea, Laura began writing her debut album. Songs include smart rockers and poignant ballads such as the title track "Novel With No End," a tribute to her late father, who died when Laura was 15.
Following the release of the album, Laura and her band are set to launch a string of California concert dates, with more to come later in the spring and summer.
Says Laura of her core message, "Music was my best friend growing up; it was a shoulder to cry on when things were tough. It was someone who, no matter what my mood was or what was going on in my life, seemed to understand me completely. If my music can be that for someone else; if it can help them feel they aren't alone in their feelings, whether they are sad, happy, angry, or whatever...then I'm happy!"
More info at: www.lauramichelle.com and “like” Laura Michelle on FB http://tinyurl.com/9wche8f
EPK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=55qLBHOZb1k - UPI.com
L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, "Chuck Norris," a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single "Chuck Norris" is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, "Novel with No End," releasing spring 2013.
The music video skyrocketed past one million YouTube views in its first week. Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga and shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica, the video is a witty commentary on the song’s central message of self-acceptance. A proud prankster herself, Laura co-conceived the video’s concept, which features her at the roller rink, jogging along the shore and navigating Hollywood Boulevard dressed as Snow White.
The new single and album was executive produced by two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z). Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced and co-wrote several tracks with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winner Rafa Sardina engineered and mixed, while a stellar group of musicians played with Laura on the new album, including guitarist/pianist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira).
A native of Danville, a suburb in the East Bay of Northern CA, Laura started singing before she could walk, delved into recording when she got to high school, and began writing her own music when she moved to LA post grad. She soon formed a band that began performing original songs across Southern California and up the California coast. After meeting Producer Jarrett Zellea, Laura began writing her debut album. Songs include smart rockers and poignant ballads such as the title track "Novel With No End," a tribute to her late father, who died when Laura was 15.
Following the release of the album, Laura and her band are set to launch a string of California concert dates, with more to come later in the spring and summer.
Says Laura of her core message, "Music was my best friend growing up; it was a shoulder to cry on when things were tough. It was someone who, no matter what my mood was or what was going on in my life, seemed to understand me completely. If my music can be that for someone else; if it can help them feel they aren't alone in their feelings, whether they are sad, happy, angry, or whatever...then I'm happy!"
More info at: www.lauramichelle.com and “like” Laura Michelle on FB http://tinyurl.com/9wche8f
EPK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=55qLBHOZb1k - SFGATE (Home of The San Francisco Chronicle)
L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, "Chuck Norris," a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single "Chuck Norris" is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, "Novel with No End," releasing spring 2013.
The music video skyrocketed past one million YouTube views in its first week. Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga and shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica, the video is a witty commentary on the song’s central message of self-acceptance. A proud prankster herself, Laura co-conceived the video’s concept, which features her at the roller rink, jogging along the shore and navigating Hollywood Boulevard dressed as Snow White.
The new single and album was executive produced by two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z). Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced and co-wrote several tracks with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winner Rafa Sardina engineered and mixed, while a stellar group of musicians played with Laura on the new album, including guitarist/pianist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira).
A native of Danville, a suburb in the East Bay of Northern CA, Laura started singing before she could walk, delved into recording when she got to high school, and began writing her own music when she moved to LA post grad. She soon formed a band that began performing original songs across Southern California and up the California coast. After meeting Producer Jarrett Zellea, Laura began writing her debut album. Songs include smart rockers and poignant ballads such as the title track "Novel With No End," a tribute to her late father, who died when Laura was 15.
Following the release of the album, Laura and her band are set to launch a string of California concert dates, with more to come later in the spring and summer.
Says Laura of her core message, "Music was my best friend growing up; it was a shoulder to cry on when things were tough. It was someone who, no matter what my mood was or what was going on in my life, seemed to understand me completely. If my music can be that for someone else; if it can help them feel they aren't alone in their feelings, whether they are sad, happy, angry, or whatever...then I'm happy!"
More info at: www.lauramichelle.com and “like” Laura Michelle on FB http://tinyurl.com/9wche8f
EPK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=55qLBHOZb1k - Boston.com
L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, "Chuck Norris," a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single "Chuck Norris" is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, "Novel with No End," releasing spring 2013.
The music video skyrocketed past one million YouTube views in its first week. Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga and shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica, the video is a witty commentary on the song’s central message of self-acceptance. A proud prankster herself, Laura co-conceived the video’s concept, which features her at the roller rink, jogging along the shore and navigating Hollywood Boulevard dressed as Snow White.
The new single and album was executive produced by two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z). Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced and co-wrote several tracks with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winner Rafa Sardina engineered and mixed, while a stellar group of musicians played with Laura on the new album, including guitarist/pianist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira).
A native of Danville, a suburb in the East Bay of Northern CA, Laura started singing before she could walk, delved into recording when she got to high school, and began writing her own music when she moved to LA post grad. She soon formed a band that began performing original songs across Southern California and up the California coast. After meeting Producer Jarrett Zellea, Laura began writing her debut album. Songs include smart rockers and poignant ballads such as the title track "Novel With No End," a tribute to her late father, who died when Laura was 15.
Following the release of the album, Laura and her band are set to launch a string of California concert dates, with more to come later in the spring and summer.
Says Laura of her core message, "Music was my best friend growing up; it was a shoulder to cry on when things were tough. It was someone who, no matter what my mood was or what was going on in my life, seemed to understand me completely. If my music can be that for someone else; if it can help them feel they aren't alone in their feelings, whether they are sad, happy, angry, or whatever...then I'm happy!"
More info at: www.lauramichelle.com and “like” Laura Michelle on FB http://tinyurl.com/9wche8f
EPK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=55qLBHOZb1k - Broadway World
L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, "Chuck Norris," a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single "Chuck Norris" is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, "Novel with No End," releasing spring 2013.
The music video skyrocketed past one million YouTube views in its first week. Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga and shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica, the video is a witty commentary on the song’s central message of self-acceptance. A proud prankster herself, Laura co-conceived the video’s concept, which features her at the roller rink, jogging along the shore and navigating Hollywood Boulevard dressed as Snow White.
The new single and album was executive produced by two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z). Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced and co-wrote several tracks with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winner Rafa Sardina engineered and mixed, while a stellar group of musicians played with Laura on the new album, including guitarist/pianist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira).
A native of Danville, a suburb in the East Bay of Northern CA, Laura started singing before she could walk, delved into recording when she got to high school, and began writing her own music when she moved to LA post grad. She soon formed a band that began performing original songs across Southern California and up the California coast. After meeting Producer Jarrett Zellea, Laura began writing her debut album. Songs include smart rockers and poignant ballads such as the title track "Novel With No End," a tribute to her late father, who died when Laura was 15.
Following the release of the album, Laura and her band are set to launch a string of California concert dates, with more to come later in the spring and summer.
Says Laura of her core message, "Music was my best friend growing up; it was a shoulder to cry on when things were tough. It was someone who, no matter what my mood was or what was going on in my life, seemed to understand me completely. If my music can be that for someone else; if it can help them feel they aren't alone in their feelings, whether they are sad, happy, angry, or whatever...then I'm happy!"
More info at: www.lauramichelle.com and “like” Laura Michelle on FB http://tinyurl.com/9wche8f
EPK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=55qLBHOZb1k - Fort Mill Times
L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, "Chuck Norris," a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single "Chuck Norris" is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, "Novel with No End," releasing spring 2013.
The music video skyrocketed past one million YouTube views in its first week. Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga and shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica, the video is a witty commentary on the song’s central message of self-acceptance. A proud prankster herself, Laura co-conceived the video’s concept, which features her at the roller rink, jogging along the shore and navigating Hollywood Boulevard dressed as Snow White.
The new single and album was executive produced by two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z). Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced and co-wrote several tracks with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winner Rafa Sardina engineered and mixed, while a stellar group of musicians played with Laura on the new album, including guitarist/pianist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira).
A native of Danville, a suburb in the East Bay of Northern CA, Laura started singing before she could walk, delved into recording when she got to high school, and began writing her own music when she moved to LA post grad. She soon formed a band that began performing original songs across Southern California and up the California coast. After meeting Producer Jarrett Zellea, Laura began writing her debut album. Songs include smart rockers and poignant ballads such as the title track "Novel With No End," a tribute to her late father, who died when Laura was 15.
Following the release of the album, Laura and her band are set to launch a string of California concert dates, with more to come later in the spring and summer.
Says Laura of her core message, "Music was my best friend growing up; it was a shoulder to cry on when things were tough. It was someone who, no matter what my mood was or what was going on in my life, seemed to understand me completely. If my music can be that for someone else; if it can help them feel they aren't alone in their feelings, whether they are sad, happy, angry, or whatever...then I'm happy!"
More info at: www.lauramichelle.com and “like” Laura Michelle on FB http://tinyurl.com/9wche8f
EPK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=55qLBHOZb1k - Yahoo! Finance
L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, "Chuck Norris," a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single "Chuck Norris" is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, "Novel with No End," releasing spring 2013.
The music video skyrocketed past one million YouTube views in its first week. Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga and shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica, the video is a witty commentary on the song’s central message of self-acceptance. A proud prankster herself, Laura co-conceived the video’s concept, which features her at the roller rink, jogging along the shore and navigating Hollywood Boulevard dressed as Snow White.
The new single and album was executive produced by two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z). Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced and co-wrote several tracks with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winner Rafa Sardina engineered and mixed, while a stellar group of musicians played with Laura on the new album, including guitarist/pianist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira).
A native of Danville, a suburb in the East Bay of Northern CA, Laura started singing before she could walk, delved into recording when she got to high school, and began writing her own music when she moved to LA post grad. She soon formed a band that began performing original songs across Southern California and up the California coast. After meeting Producer Jarrett Zellea, Laura began writing her debut album. Songs include smart rockers and poignant ballads such as the title track "Novel With No End," a tribute to her late father, who died when Laura was 15.
Following the release of the album, Laura and her band are set to launch a string of California concert dates, with more to come later in the spring and summer.
Says Laura of her core message, "Music was my best friend growing up; it was a shoulder to cry on when things were tough. It was someone who, no matter what my mood was or what was going on in my life, seemed to understand me completely. If my music can be that for someone else; if it can help them feel they aren't alone in their feelings, whether they are sad, happy, angry, or whatever...then I'm happy!"
More info at: www.lauramichelle.com and “like” Laura Michelle on FB http://tinyurl.com/9wche8f
EPK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=55qLBHOZb1k - Benzinga
L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, "Chuck Norris," a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single "Chuck Norris" is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, "Novel with No End," releasing spring 2013.
The music video skyrocketed past one million YouTube views in its first week. Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga and shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica, the video is a witty commentary on the song’s central message of self-acceptance. A proud prankster herself, Laura co-conceived the video’s concept, which features her at the roller rink, jogging along the shore and navigating Hollywood Boulevard dressed as Snow White.
The new single and album was executive produced by two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z). Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced and co-wrote several tracks with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winner Rafa Sardina engineered and mixed, while a stellar group of musicians played with Laura on the new album, including guitarist/pianist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira).
A native of Danville, a suburb in the East Bay of Northern CA, Laura started singing before she could walk, delved into recording when she got to high school, and began writing her own music when she moved to LA post grad. She soon formed a band that began performing original songs across Southern California and up the California coast. After meeting Producer Jarrett Zellea, Laura began writing her debut album. Songs include smart rockers and poignant ballads such as the title track "Novel With No End," a tribute to her late father, who died when Laura was 15.
Following the release of the album, Laura and her band are set to launch a string of California concert dates, with more to come later in the spring and summer.
Says Laura of her core message, "Music was my best friend growing up; it was a shoulder to cry on when things were tough. It was someone who, no matter what my mood was or what was going on in my life, seemed to understand me completely. If my music can be that for someone else; if it can help them feel they aren't alone in their feelings, whether they are sad, happy, angry, or whatever...then I'm happy!"
More info at: www.lauramichelle.com and “like” Laura Michelle on FB http://tinyurl.com/9wche8f
EPK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=55qLBHOZb1k - Los Angeles Daily News
L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, "Chuck Norris," a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single "Chuck Norris" is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura’s upcoming debut album, "Novel with No End," releasing spring 2013.
The music video skyrocketed past one million YouTube views in its first week. Co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga and shot at iconic L.A. locales such as Hollywood Boulevard and the beaches of Santa Monica, the video is a witty commentary on the song’s central message of self-acceptance. A proud prankster herself, Laura co-conceived the video’s concept, which features her at the roller rink, jogging along the shore and navigating Hollywood Boulevard dressed as Snow White.
The new single and album was executive produced by two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z). Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced and co-wrote several tracks with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winner Rafa Sardina engineered and mixed, while a stellar group of musicians played with Laura on the new album, including guitarist/pianist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira).
A native of Danville, a suburb in the East Bay of Northern CA, Laura started singing before she could walk, delved into recording when she got to high school, and began writing her own music when she moved to LA post grad. She soon formed a band that began performing original songs across Southern California and up the California coast. After meeting Producer Jarrett Zellea, Laura began writing her debut album. Songs include smart rockers and poignant ballads such as the title track "Novel With No End," a tribute to her late father, who died when Laura was 15.
Following the release of the album, Laura and her band are set to launch a string of California concert dates, with more to come later in the spring and summer.
Says Laura of her core message, "Music was my best friend growing up; it was a shoulder to cry on when things were tough. It was someone who, no matter what my mood was or what was going on in my life, seemed to understand me completely. If my music can be that for someone else; if it can help them feel they aren't alone in their feelings, whether they are sad, happy, angry, or whatever...then I'm happy!"
More info at: www.lauramichelle.com and “like” Laura Michelle on FB http://tinyurl.com/9wche8f
EPK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=55qLBHOZb1k - The Miami Herald
By Rick Andreoli
Last week, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Laura Michelle released the video for her premiere single, “Chuck Norris.” It’s a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all, being able to say and do the things you want when the time strikes– not later, when the pressure is off.
Since its release, the music video (posted above) has registered more than one million YouTube views. The song was co-written by Michelle and writer-producer Jim McGorman, and the video was co-directed by Kurt Zendzian and Max Moraga.
The buzz is currently pretty hot, and it makes sense. The new single and album was executive produced by two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z). Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced and co-wrote several tracks with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winnerRafa Sardina engineered and mixed, while a stellar group of musicians played with Laura on the new album, including guitarist/pianist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira).
But as with all things in this fickle entertainment industry, the question remains: Will “Chuck Norris” be the spark that sets Michelle’s career on fire, or just fizzle out with a cloud of sulfur?
Honestly, we’re kind of loving Laura Michelle right now. But check out the video above and let us know what you think. You can find more info on her at www.lauramichelle.com, and “Like” her on Facebook http://tinyurl.com/9wche8f. - First to Know
"L. Michelle, a talented pop rock inspired artist, writes music that is simply a work of art. Her tapestry of music is woven into her apparent passion for stage performance and songwriting. L. Michelle writes solid and catchy lyrics. Her songs stick in your head well after she has left the stage. It is a pleasure to work with this gifted performer!" -A. Celina Denkins, National Talent Buyer/Booking Agent, Whisky a Go-Go"L. Michelle, a talented pop rock inspired artist, writes music that is simply a work of art. Her tapestry of music is woven into her apparent passion for stage performance and songwriting. L. Michelle writes solid and catchy lyrics. Her songs stick in your head well after she has left the stage. It is a pleasure to work with this gifted performer!" -A. Celina Denkins, National Talent Buyer/Booking Agent, Whisky a Go-Go - None
"L. Michelle, a talented pop rock inspired artist, writes music that is simply a work of art. Her tapestry of music is woven into her apparent passion for stage performance and songwriting. L. Michelle writes solid and catchy lyrics. Her songs stick in your head well after she has left the stage. It is a pleasure to work with this gifted performer!" -A. Celina Denkins, National Talent Buyer/Booking Agent, Whisky a Go-Go"L. Michelle, a talented pop rock inspired artist, writes music that is simply a work of art. Her tapestry of music is woven into her apparent passion for stage performance and songwriting. L. Michelle writes solid and catchy lyrics. Her songs stick in your head well after she has left the stage. It is a pleasure to work with this gifted performer!" -A. Celina Denkins, National Talent Buyer/Booking Agent, Whisky a Go-Go - None
Discography
"Chuck Norris" (the single) released in 2013.
"Chameleon" (Single) will be released early 2014.
Debut album, "Novel With No End" will be released in 2014.
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Bio
Between the leaf-blowers, hovering helicopters and endless drone of traffic, Los Angeles can be a noisy place. Somehow, Laura Michelle tunes it out.
Wherever she goes music is with her, a new song always gestating in her mind. Now, the gestating is over. Meet Laura Michelle, an L.A. singer-songwriter utterly without pretense, as her debut CD Novel With No End proves.
To create the album, Laura enlisted the aid of two-time Grammy winner Jarrett Zellea (Luther Vandross, Santana, Jay-Z) to serve as Executive Producer. Jim McGorman (Avril Lavigne, Shakira) co-produced several tracks as well as co-wrote songs with Laura. Multi-Grammy-winner Rafa Sardina engineered and mixed.
Also backing her, guitarist/keyboardist Jim McGorman, drummer Mark Slutsky (Pink, Grace Potter, Kylie Minogue) and bassist Jon Button (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira). Its a winning team, with Laura Michelle always front and center.
Included is the premiere single/video Chuck Norris, a whimsical rocker about unleashing the Kung-Fu Master within. Its very much my personality, says Laura.
The rest of the album runs the gamut, from smart rock to poignant ballads, each track allowing Laura to pull from deep within. Case in point, the title track Novel With No End, a tribute to her father, who passed away when Laura was only 15. Music was our thing even though he couldnt carry a tune. My mom says my dad couldnt sing his way out of a paper bag. He loved and admired that I am very musical as its a skill he never possessed, she remembers. His death shaped who I am.
Its no accident that her music connects the present with her past. Laura views her life and music as joined together on a single journey.
Born in Michigan, Laura grew up in Danville, a sleepy suburb east of San Francisco. She remembers spending a lot of time in the family car while her mother shepherded the kids to school and sports practice.
Thats where she first discovered the joys of music, thanks to show tunes and Disney soundtracks. My mom had to come up with ways to entertain us, Laura recalls. I loved everything Disney! I memorized the soundtracks of Aladdin and The Lion King, and eventually Broadway shows such as Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Laura also appeared in childrens theater productions of Annie, where she got her first stage experience.
As a teen she loved artists like Nelly Furtado, NSYNC, Celine Dion, and Pink. Over time she realized she had both the talent and the will to create music of her own. For me, music is an outlet, Laura says. With my dad being sick I spent a lot of my childhood and teenage years in the hospital. I didnt know how things were going to play out with my dad being so ill, and music really got me through some tough times.
She took the plunge, moved to Los Angeles and formed a band that played up and down the coast. It didnt take long to attract interest from professional management, and by 2012 she was writing and recording the new album.
Laura admits she is a world-class prankster, and brings a boisterous sense of humor to everything she does. But her voice and her music reveal an edgy rock sensibility close to the surface.
Her pathway to make it happen is music.
I really believe when someone is going through a tough time, music can lift their spirits, Laura says. If I can help someone else, and they realize it's OK to feel the way they do, that it helps them feel a bit better, then I'm happy. I do know music can change who you are.
The novel continues.
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