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  • Artist Name: Demi Michelle
  • Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
  1. What project(s) are you currently working on?

Along with being in my fairy-tale chapter with Happy Ever After Doesn’t Last Forever, I’m currently writing and recording music for my next project, which will be pop. I’m a multi-genre songwriter, so I shift between pop and country often.

  1. What inspired you to pursue a career in music and when did you know?

I’ve loved music ever since I was young. When I was ten years old, I started playing classical piano, and that led to me joining chorus in middle school, taking voice lessons in high school, and eventually double majoring in music and creative writing in college. I started writing songs when I was in undergrad and released my debut single in 2019. In many ways, I always knew I wanted music to be a huge part of my life, but I started pursuing a career after I graduated undergrad. Since I still play piano, my music life is split between my songwriting journey and performing in classical recitals.

  1. If you weren’t pursuing a career in music, what would you be doing for a living?

Along with pursuing music, I’m also involved in the publishing industry, mostly as a freelance editor and an agented young adult thriller author. I love being in both music and publishing because I’m constantly engaging with the arts.

  1. What is your favorite downtime activity?

Downtime? I need to have more of that! I’m always doing something for music or publishing, but when I do have time to relax, mostly at night, I enjoy reading books and listening to podcasts.

  1. Who is your biggest celebrity crush?

This is going to sound wild, but I don’t really have one right now. What I will say, though, is that it used to be Shawn Mendes. From around 2015 to 2019, I was in such a phase. I actually met him three times in three different cities. Sometimes, I remember those years and think girl, were you okay? Thankfully, I’m way more chill about everything now.

  1. Who is your favorite sports team(s)?

I’m not a big sports girl, but I would let my city down if I said anything other than the Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins. Black and gold forever!

  1. What is the last movie that you watched?

I recently rewatched Midnight Sun, starring Bella Thorne. It’s one of my all-time favorites.

  1. What is the last album you listened to?

To Be Honest by Tenille Arts.

  1. If you could only listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Ooh, this is a hard one. There are so many amazing albums. Right now, it’s a tie between Subject to Change by Kelsea Ballerini and Reputation by Taylor Swift.

  1. What is the greatest country song of all time?

This question is even harder. I’m super indecisive, so I can’t just pick one. I’ll say “In Case You Didn’t Know” by Brett Young, “Before He Cheats” by Carrie Underwood, and “If I Die Young” by The Band Perry. My current favorite that I think will end up holding a forever spot on my all-time-favorites list is “Don’t Ruin Flowers” by Tenille Arts.

  1. What has been your favorite city/town that you’ve visited out on the road?

I loved playing in Kirksville, Missouri. It’s a super small town where my sister lived for a few years, so most times when I visited, I played shows. Kirksville is such a community-focused and friendly place, and the people there always embraced me with open arms.

  1. What is your favorite meal?

My favorite meal is chicken noodle soup or wedding soup, steak, crispy fries, and chocolate cake for dessert. Though, I’m obsessed with Chipotle, so you can find me there at least once a week.

  1. Who is your dream duet partner?

Kelsea Ballerini for sure. She’s my favorite country artist, and I met her on her tour last year. I actually recorded my own rendition of “Homecoming Queen.” Performing that with her someday would be a dream come true.

  1. Who would you like to go on tour with?

Kelsea!

  1. What is your ultimate career goal(s)?

If I had to choose my top career goal, I would say having one of my songs recorded by a famous artist. I’ve always considered myself a songwriter first, so this is one of my biggest music dreams.

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  • 2021 – Chris Stapleton released his song “You Should Probably Leave”
  • 2019 – Lady Antebellum released their single “What If I Never Get Over You”
  • 2016 – Guy Clark passed away at the age of 74
  • 2012 – Taylor Swift donated $4 million to the Country Music Hall of Fame to fund an education center
  • 2005 – Bobby Pinson‘s Man Like Me album is released
  • 2005 – Toby Keith‘s Honkytonk University album is released
  • 2005 – Cowboy Troy released his debut album Loco Motive
  • 2001 – The new Country Music Hall of Fame opened in Nashville
  • 1997 – Tammy Wynette made her final appearance on the Grand Ole Opry
  • 1994 – Kenny Chesney‘s debut album, In My Wildest Dreams, is released

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  • 2007 – Miranda Lambert released her single “Famous In A Small Town”
  • 2001 – Trisha Yearwood released her single “I Would’ve Loved You Anyway”
  • 1994 – Little Texas scored their first career #1 hit with “My Love”
  • 1988 – Reba McEntire topped the charts with “Love Will Find It’s Way To You”
  • 1977 – Kenny Rogers scored his first career #1 hit with “Lucille”

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  • 2021 – Niko Moon scored a Billboard Country #1 single with “Good Time”
  • 2020 – Former Gloriana band member Rachel Reinert released her debut solo album Into the Blue
  • 2018 – The Band Perry’s single “If I Die Young” was certified 7x platinum
  • 2015 – Aaron Watson made his Grand Ole Opry debut
  • 2011 – Taylor Swift released her single “Mean”
  • 2009 – Justin Moore made his Grand Ole Opry debut
  • 2001 – Tricky Pony released their self-titled debut album
  • 1999 – Trisha Yearwood became a member of the Grand Ole Opry
  • 1999 – The Dixie Chicks topped the charts with “You Were Mine”

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  • 2024 – George Birge released his single “Cowboy Songs”
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  • 2022 – Brad Martin passed away
  • 2022 – Ernest released his album Flower Shops
  • 2022 – Jackson Dean released his album Greenbroke
  • 2022 – Randy Houser released his song “Note to Self”
  • 2020 – Travis Tritt signed a record deal with Big Noise Music Group
  • 2019 – Kane Brown’s single “Heaven” was certified Quadruple Platinum
  • 2017 – Alison Krauss topped the country albums chart with Windy City
  • 2017 – Dailey & Vincent became members of the Grand Ole Opry
  • 2016 – Randy Houser released his album Fired Up
  • 2014 – Sara Evans released her album Slow Me Down
  • 2013 – The Band Perry released their single “Done”
  • 2006 – Josh Turner scored a #1 hit with “Your Man”
  • 1992 – Garth Brooks‘ album No Fences became the first country album to be certified for sales of 7 million copies

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