Artist description Country . The simplicity of Michelle Rae's vocals and music takes the listener to a world Michelle loves, that special place so many people need, but forget to visit on a daily basis.

Music Style Traditional country

Musical Influences Michelle's musical influnces run the gamut. From Sarah Vaughn to Johnny Cash to Stevie Nicks,Garth Brooks, Harry Connick Jr., Dave Matthews Band and Jerry Lee Lewis.

Similar Artists Michelle's vocal style has been compared to Oliva Newton John with a twist. Her music brings back the special country feel of traditional country artists.

Artist History Raised on a ranch in a small-town New Mexico, Michelle Rae was the fourth of five children in a musical family. Michelle's father Frank was an archaeologist by day, a Mariachi band leader by night. Her mother Helen was an accomplished pianist and singer, playing classical music from Bach to Beethoven by ear, never learning to read music. Though Michelle would sit in her room listening to the local country music station most of the time, she benefited greatly from her parents wildly contrasting talents, learning to play the keyboard and a touch of the guitar. After high school she chose a hands-on education, traveling and living in European cities for years. When in London she was featured on MTV Europe for her singing and songwriting with Emile Lobo, her partner at the time. Michelle has now returned to the United States and embraced her roots. She is building an impressive library of country tunes and hopes that people will enjoy listening to and singing along with the primary music of her childhood.

Instruments Piano, Keyboards, Engineering, Production

Press Reviews Michelle Rae. There is a real skill in being able to sing so well. Unlike the raw, rootsy, impure pitch of what many tend to describe as real country, Michelle's voice is nearly pristine in its tone. Very professional recording done by a professional songwriter and singer. This has commerical appeal written all over it. CHRIS K pro critic radio

Location Los Angeles, CA - USA

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