S1E012 Sober Women of Rock Series: Interview with Leah Martin-Brown + Single "Burning in Silence"
The Creative SoberShow Notes
Leah Martin-Brown is an Australian-born singer/songwriter and guitarist based in Los Angeles, CA but currently in Stockholm, Sweden.
Leah started her career at age 13, playing in local pubs and clubs around Gold Coast, Queensland, where she formed her first project- Lilly Rouge. After completing her Bachelor of Popular Music at Griffith University's Conservatorium of Music, Leah and Lilly Rouge began focusing on their professional music goals. They toured Australia, played the Gold Coast leg of the legendary Big Day Out tour, and supported international acts such as Everclear, Presidents of the United States, and homegrown favorites- The Getaway Plan.
On January 1st, 2014- Leah packed her bags and relocated to Los Angeles, CA, and it was here she formed her current band- Evol Walks. The band has seen International success- touring Australia, Europe, and East Coast USA, and receiving international recognition for their releases. AlternativePress premiered their latest music video release, 'The Fire.'
On July 9th, 2019, Leah decided to get sober and, subsequently, really focus on building her band and brand further. In November 2019, she was signed to Blue Lemon Management under the care of Jens Lundberg.
Despite COVID19 halting all live music, Leah focuses on sharpening her skills as a guitarist and expanding her songwriting network. Leah is currently in Stockholm, Sweden working with Internationally acclaimed writers, putting together material for her next release.
When she is not laser-focused on her career, you will find Leah assisting others with their sobriety, playing with her Husky x German Shepherd Havok, and reading.
Follow Leah Martin-Brown:
Instagram @adventuresinplasticland
or www.leahmartinbrown.com
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