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Levi McGrath

Check out Levi's music on iTunes

About Me

'There are two types of geniuses in the world: there are those that leave you awestruck but feeling insignificant beside them; on the other hand, there are those that shine beside you and leave you shone upon too. You feel a little better, a little taller and a little wiser beside them. Levi McGrath belongs to the latter one.'

BIO

From working with orphans in Uganda, to social work on the streets of Melbourne, Levi McGrath demonstrates a passionate commitment to changing the world for the better that goes beyond his years. He is passionately committed to the belief that music is one of the most powerful influences in the world. That's why he aims to for his music to motivate and inspire a new generation of people who are willing to stand up and make a difference.

Born in 1986 in regional Victoria, Levi grew up as the son of an itinerant preacher and began writing songs from age 12. He fronted several bands, both within and outside the world of the church, then was offered a place in a Bachelor of Music at Lismore NSW’s Southern Cross University, majoring in contemporary song-writing.

Levi's lyrics portray stories and perspectives of modern life, drawing from a well of personal experiences. Levi's honest and straightforward music provides the basis for people to relate and seek out truth and purpose in their own lives.

'My target is lives,' he enthuses, 'I want for my music to impact people's hearts and change people's lives. I want to be a voice of challenge to inspire people to open up their hearts to a bigger world.'

Levi signed with Small House Records in June 2006 and released his first album, 'Move' with the label in August 2007. 'Move' has sold over 1300 units since its release and has garnered over 100 radio interviews, television appearances, feature articles and community radio airplay on over 300 stations nationwide, including several syndicated national programs.

2008 so far has seen Levi touring nationally for six months, to be followed with a Buzz Grant-funded USA tour to be mentored by Rebuilt Records' artist Paul Reeves. In December Levi will return to Uganda for five months with World Vision to work with ex-child soldiers.



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Music:

Member Since: 17/06/2006
Band Website: www.levimcgrath.com
Band Members: Masthead Banner Made with MyBannerMaker.com! Click here to make your own! Make your own banner at MyBannerMaker.com!The Band:

Andrew Horneman - Drums/Percussion
Michael Horneman - Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals
David Nursentana - Bass Guitar/Backing Vocals
Levi McGrath - Acoustic Guitar/Lead Vocals

Buy Levi's album "MOVE" on CDbaby.com


Influences: Jeff Buckley John Mayer Glen Hansard Lior Josh Pyke Eva Cassidy Laura Marling James Morrison
Paolo Nutini
Brooke Fraser
Juliana Theory
Regina Spector
Daniel Johns
Coldplay
Eric Bibb
Keane
Jimmy Needham
John Foreman
Cat Stevens
Nick Drake
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Record Label: Small House Records - www.smallhouserecords.com.au
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Storing up Treasure

I was thinking today about the present situation we're in. Stock markets have crashed. Investors have lost billions. Corporate giants have closed their doors leaving thousands of staff jobless. Retire...
Posted by on Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:54:00 GMT

Ways to 'Reach Out'

Ever wonder why it was so difficult to find out the consecutive momentary thoughts of friends and strangers? Now its possible! Thanks to the genius of Twitter you can now view my daily opinions on not...
Posted by on Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:13:00 GMT

Revolver Grand Finalist & Africa in sight

Well here's the news: Levi McGrath & Band have made it through! A BIG BIG thankyou to everyone who turned out to Revolver Upstairs to cheer us on in the Semi Final of the Melbourne Fresh Showcase last...
Posted by on Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:56:00 GMT

My American Travelling Buddy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pH-uB6RCRxY Well until we get this blog thing sorted out I'll give you guys a peek at Paul Reeves, as he sings and loops and goes crazy on his guitar.
Posted by on Sun, 02 Nov 2008 15:40:00 GMT

Levi McGrath - Compassion Australia

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNIxagcxDzU This is the video footage of my trip earlier this year to visit my sponsor child and check out the incredible work of Compassion in Thailand. This ...
Posted by on Sun, 02 Nov 2008 15:23:00 GMT

America Part 1: Motor Oil

    Motor Oil(Flying somewhere over the Atlantic Ocean) Im sitting next to miss Carol Morgan from Dallas, Texas who Ive been chatting Blues with intently since I boarded the plane. Sh...
Posted by on Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:08:00 GMT

Take Me Back To Africa: A concert for a cause...

Hey There and greetings one and all....Have you ever wished you could get more from your concert ticket than just live music?Have you ever wanted to feel like you could make a difference, just by seei...
Posted by on Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:16:00 GMT

Roast Beef Gravy Rolls and hope for a hurting world

EASTERFEST QLD 2008The tent is crowded. Its white curtain-draped walls hide the not so eye pleasing canvas interior and give the room its gentle glow. Reporters, journalists and radio presenters sit a...
Posted by on Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:23:00 GMT

L + W’s excellent adventures in "A" Town

Ha ha! I'm sitting here with a microphone staring me in the face at the blue and orange coloured studios of the Life Fm Adelaide, with practically the funniest man on radio. Its been an afternoon of s...
Posted by on Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:48:00 GMT

Adelaide 2.0

Well hey there friends, Here we are about to head off to Adelaide in the wee hours of tomorrow morning, well 7:30am but hey for a musician thats like 3:00 am ok! The 'Move' National tour is underway a...
Posted by on Tue, 04 Mar 2008 21:55:00 GMT