Peggy Lebo

Every now and then a respected songwriter steps from behind the scenes and into the performance spotlight, revealinguntold depths of voice, artistry and star power. “First Breath,” the debut album by Peggy Lebo, marks such an event.

Divina Infuso - music critic for major publications, including Rolling Stone magazine.

Award winning singer/songwriter Peggy Lebo, while most often compared to Sarah McClachlan, Tori Amos and Joni Mitchell,blends alternative folk-rock and layered vocals to create her own distinct sound.

Lebo spent her early career in Los Angeles writing songs for other artists include “Celebrate“, Elle Mac’s hit thatreached 3 on the Billboard dance charts and continues to air frequently on MTV Road Rules, and the song “Now I See” whichachieved international success as the title track and single released by Quincy Jones‘ artist, gospel and R&B legend TataVega.

While driving to the studio, a semi-truck hit Lebo and pushed her car down the freeway for more than a mile. Miraculouslysurviving, Lebo decided to spend her recovery time discovering her own voice as an artist. The result was her debut album“First Breath” with its heartfelt songs & flowing melodies that speak of transformation, heartbreak and love found in themost unexpected places.

“Sleeping Beauty“, the single from “First Breath”, received radio airplay in California and New England and reached 1 onthe MP3.com Folk-Rock charts. “Lay It Down” (track 11) also reached the Top Ten, peaking at 6 and “Sacred” peaked at 5.

“Turning” (track 9) has been released by Bold C Records on the compilation album “Brave Love” which features 10 great lovesongs from around the world that speak of being brave enough to believe in and surrender to love.

“Lock the Door” (track 2) has been released on “This House“, a compilation album to benefit “The Nicole Brown CharitableFoundation” (founded by Denise and Tanya Brown) and Nicole’s House, a network of shelters and life skill programs for thevictims of family and partner violence.

Most recently, Peggy has written the song “Drive On” which is featured on The Real Women Project CD “Time For Us Now“.This national movement has gained the support of many celebrities in their efforts to portray and celebrate the diversebeauty of women.

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