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Lauren Lapointe

Canada & the Deep South sit down for a cup of tea

About Me

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“This girl has got IT!” —Rod Kennedy, Kerrville Folk Festival Founder
“"Butterfly" is just stunning. The production is very well done and in true support of Lauren's beautifully crafted songs and silky voice. A gifted and openhearted storyteller with a flair for melody, this recording is blessed with many "forever" songs...songs made to last.” —Sloan Wainwright, Derby Disc Music recording artist
Savannah GA-based singer/songwriter Lauren Lapointe has been gaining recognition across the country for her soulful songs, unique voice, and strong live performances. Her recent release “ Butterfly ,” produced by award-winning Tom Prasada-Rao , features 14 tracks of melodic folk-rock that showcase Lapointe’s versatility as a songwriter and vocalist. Her songs include themes such as self-empowerment, following your dreams, as well as story songs inspired by living in the South and growing up in Canada. Lapointe’s influences include Canadian songwriters Joni Mitchell, Sarah McLachlan, and Loreena McKennitt as well as Southern storytellers Bobbie Gentry, Lucinda Williams, and Gillian Welch.
Her 2005 release “ Beautiful Shadow ” was featured on Georgia Public Radio and aired on 15 stations across the state. The Savannah Morning News described it as “impressive…emphasizing strong songwriting and showcasing Lapointe’s rich alto voice.” The CD was well-received by venues and fans across the country and Lapointe began touring on a full-time basis. She made her debut at the renowned Bluebird Cafe in Nashville in 2006 and has performed at such prestigious venues as the Rockwood Music Hall in NYC, the Jefferson Freedom Cafe in Ft. Worth TX, Anderson Fair in Houston TX, and The Burren Pub in Boston.
“If you see her once, you're sure to come back again and again.”—Sheri's Caffe del Giorno, Greenville SC.
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Member Since: 4/8/2005
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Me, my guitar, and a friend named mic :-) Occasional groovy accompaniment by one of my talented friends.My new CD "Butterfly" was produced by Tom Prasada-Rao. My 2005 release "Beautiful Shadow" was produced by Kyle Shiver - check these guys out! They rock.

Influences: Tara MacLean, Joni Mitchell, Lucinda Williams, Sarah McLachlan, Patty Griffin, Gillian Welch, Alison Krauss, Cowboy Junkies, Sloan Wainwright, The Cult, Sarah Harmer, Susan Tedeschi, Cranberries, Mozart, Bobbie Gentry, Loreena McKennitt, Jewel, Elvis, Dar Williams, Dayna Manning, the Doors, Beau Dommage, Dolly Parton, Stevie Nicks, PJ Harvey, Francis Cabrel, Heather Nova, Anne Murray, Kiss, Janis Joplin, Harmonium, Lynn Miles, Heart, Patsy Cline, Tracy Grammer, Beethoven, Sheryl Crow, Phil Ochs, Aimee Mann, Emmylou Harris, Jackson Browne, The Rankin Family, Tori Amos, Tracy Chapman, Jonatha Brooke, Amy Correia, Rachael Sage, Ani DiFranco, Lhasa, Bessie Smith, Townes Van Zandt, Danny Schmidt, Schumann, Kathleen Edwards, Shawn Colvin, Ollabelle, Lucy Kaplansky, Kris Delmhorst, Shannon McNally, the Duhks, Natalie Merchant
Lauren performing "The Last Tree" at Hill House Concerts in Newport News VA, June 2008
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My Blog

over 70 radio stations playing songs from 'Butterfly'

Thanks so much to these radio stations for playing songs from "Butterfly!" I am also pleased to report that every song on the album has gotten radioplay. Please click on the links below and support th...
Posted by Lauren Lapointe on Tue, 20 Nov 2007 07:48:00 PST

Southeast Performer Magazine reviews "Butterfly"

A big thanks to Southeast Performer Magazine for their review of "Butterfly" in the Feb. 2008 issue!Lauren Lapointe - Butterfly Produced, engineered and mixed by Tom Prasada-Rao ...
Posted by Lauren Lapointe on Thu, 07 Feb 2008 09:56:00 PST

"Butterfly" and "Beautiful Shadow" now available on iTunes, Napster etc.

Hello Everyone!I hope you are all enjoying the holiday season and feeling warm & fuzzy, merry & festive :-)I am very happy to announce that I am finally up-to-date with modern technology and h...
Posted by Lauren Lapointe on Sun, 23 Dec 2007 12:39:00 PST

Butterfly no. 8 on GA Roots Artist Radio Airplay Chart, no. 13 on Roots Music Report Folk Chart

Hello friends,For the week ending Dec. 13th, 2007, "Butterfly" is number 8 on the Georgia Roots Artist Radio Airplay Chart and number 13 on the Roots Music Report Folk Chart.Yay! Thanks so much to all...
Posted by Lauren Lapointe on Tue, 11 Dec 2007 01:43:00 PST

I am obsessed with Townes Van Zandt

I must have been living under a rock my entire life...but I have just listened to Townes Van Zandt for the first time. I've heard covers of his songs and finally decided to see what all the fuss was a...
Posted by Lauren Lapointe on Thu, 02 Nov 2006 08:12:00 PST

Ballerina Girl story & playing the Bluebird Cafe

If you've heard me sing this song live, then you are probably already familiar with this story. Here it is again just in case:The song "Ballerina Girl" was inspired by a true story I had heard about a...
Posted by Lauren Lapointe on Mon, 17 Apr 2006 02:57:00 PST