Leah
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2014 | SELF
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Every Move EP (Independent)
by Leah Condren
FOR FANS OF: Laura Story, Kari Jobe
Rating: 3 Stars
Even though Leah Condren is a relatively new artist, her mature approach to worshipful music should satisfy fans of mainstream Christian pop. Every Move is a six-song EP that showcases Condren as a songwriter well-versed in what works for radio play. “Awaken Me” and “Who You Are” stand tall next to label fare, which means she’s likely going to find a larger platform in the near future.
– Matt Conner
WE LIKE: “Who You Are” - CCM Magazine
Leah is a refreshing new voice in Christian music. Hailing from Oklahoma City, Leah eventually made it to Nashville, where she heard Michael W. Smith speak about his development as a recording artist. He inspired her to pursue her dreams.In 2010, Leah released her first single, “Beautiful is You,” followed by an album called “Greatest Love” in 2012. This year, 2014, she’s got a new release, a 6-song EP, called “Every Move,” and it’s packed with strong, dynamic songs that could be sung in church or in your own personal prayer closet. If you like Carrie Underwood, you’ll like Leah. Her sound is a little bit country, a little bit rock, with a dash of electronica and Gospel undertones– I could see her doing very well in the music industry with a unique sound like this.Of particular note is the piano ballad, “Describe.” You need to hear this one– sung with honesty and passion, backed by piano, strings, bass and drums, this one’s epic and could make you cry– in a good way. Stunning song.Find Leah on Facebook here, and on Twitter here.Leah is connected with Thandi’s Trust, which looks after babies either given up or thrown away from birth until approximately 3 months when they are handed over to their adoptive parents.To find out more about this dynamic artist and what she’s all about, please visit Leah’s website here.
–Mark Weber
www.christianmusicmakers.com - Mark Weber
Leah Condren is a contemporary pop artist from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma who makes a sound with every move she makes. “Awaken Me” starts out and sounds like this epic Disney song. Then Leah comes in like a whirlwind controlled like an ironic gem. Her vocals are strong and pristine here and in what follows. She declares her stance on “I Am Here” with a powerful vocal performance, and questions “Who You Are.” She gets sentimental with “Beautiful is You” and takes it up with “Every Move.” That’s the cherry on top from Leah Condren and her music. It’s the best representative of everything she’s about; composed, big vocals and poise. If you like artists like Sara Bareilles and her softer side, check out Leah Condren. (https://soundcloud.com/leahmusiconline)
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Discography
"Beautiful is You" single released on ITunes October 2010
"Greatest Love" album released May 22, 2012
"Every Move" EP released January 21, 2014
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Growing up I always had this urge to sing & perform. I would have this amazing feeling while I was singing, that I wished I didn't have to stop. I truly loved it. Now that I'm older, I realize that I feel closest to God when I am singing & I still never want to stop. I've also had many moments in my life where I felt I wasn't sure what to do with my musical gift that God gave me. There was even a short time where I didn't want to do it. But God led me right back & that's when I started to feel that nudge towards something. Something bigger than myself pulling me in a certain direction. In 2009 I went to Nashville to the Immerse music conference & had the amazing opportunity to hear Micheal W Smith speak. He talked about his struggles when he first came to Nashville and that after being turned down multiple times he prayed to God that if this was not where God wanted him to be to change the desire of his heart. Well, we all know how that obviously turned out for him. I prayed that prayer as well & God made the desire for music even stronger within me. Now just a few years later, I've grown so much as a Christian artist & songwriter. I released my first single "Beautiful is You" in Oct 2010, my first album "Greatest Love" May 22, 2012, and newly released my 3rd project, "Every Move", January 21, 2014 produced by Daniel Ornellas (Tree63, Brenton Brown, Worship Republic) in Nashville. I am also a member of the CMI Academy founded by Dove award winning songwriter, Phillip LaRue. I was honored with being awarded "Christian Artist of the Year" at the CMI Workshop in Nashville, July 2013, which then enabled me to co-write with Phillip LaRue. We wrote track #3 "I Am Here" on my newly released record, Every Move. God has been so good & has been blessing my hard work. But the main thing for me has been keeping myself faithful to Him & letting the holy spirit lead me. I want to be where God wants me. And I know for a fact I'm on the right path. It's an amazing feeling to know that the work I'm doing is for a greater purpose & for a God who loves us & cherishes us.
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