Moments to Celebrate
Round Two of the Josie Music Awards in Nashville
My third trip to Nashville for the 9th Annual Josie Music Awards was a fabulous one. From seeing friends to attending the awards at the Grand Ole Opry House, I made memories that’ll last a lifetime. Back to Broadway On October 21, I flew to Nashville with my parents super early. Here’s me on the…
Read MoreMy Cover Story in the Penn-Franklin News for My ISSA Awards Win
Well, Butterflies, I received such a surprise in my mailbox today. My ISSA Awards win made it into the Penn-Franklin News, and guess who’s on the front cover. Me! Winning the bronze award for USA Female Album of the Year at the International Singer Songwriters Association (ISSA) Awards on August 5 was a dream come…
Read MoreMy Unforgettable Trip to Atlanta for the 2023 ISSA Awards
Wow, I’m officially an award-winning songwriter! Okay, I’m getting ahead of myself. Let me go back to the beginning. In January, I submitted for the 2023 ISSA Awards and received six nominations. In April, all my amazing Butterflies voted, and I became a finalist in five categories. Once the finalists were announced in May, I…
Read MoreMy Nominations for the 9th Annual Josie Music Awards
Since I got a special letter in the mail today, I thought it was the perfect time to finally share some exciting news. I’m beyond grateful to announce I’m nominated for three categories at the 9th Annual Josie Music Awards. That’s one more than last year! The Josie Music Awards in 2022 was my first…
Read More2023 ISSA Awards Finalist
Wow, where do I even start? I’m a finalist for the 2023 International Singer Songwriters Association Awards in five categories! After receiving nominations in six categories at the beginning of April, the poll stayed open until April 30 at midnight. This first round was all about voting. The fact that I got enough votes to…
Read MoreCurating and Co-Hosting Spring into Spring on Heart of Indie Radio
Happy Spring! Wow, I can’t believe it’s already spring. I’m not complaining, though. Give me the sunshine and warm weather. I’m ready for the flowers and butterflies. Yes, butterflies. Of course, I wouldn’t let the spring equinox come and go without some fun. To celebrate spring’s arrival, I curated and co-hosted Spring into Spring on…
Read More100 Episodes of Write on Track
Today, Write on Track officially hit 100 episodes. Wow, I’m beyond grateful for my entire podcasting journey. When I decided to start the show, I had no clue what it’d evolve into. Less than two years since I released the first episode on my birthday, Write on Track reached such a golden milestone. Episode 100…
Read More“I Hope You Know You’re Lucky” Live at the MOP Top Prize Party
I’m so honored “I Hope You Know You’re Lucky” was voted number 2 on the Music of Pittsburgh (MOP) Society Top 40 for 2022. Tonight, I was invited to play at the MOP Top Prize Party, and it was so much fun. “I Hope You Know You’re Lucky” Live at the MOP Top Prize Party…
Read MoreMy Top Twelve Music Memories from 2022
Wow, 2022 was the best year yet for my songwriting journey. I released so much new music and had magical studio days. My songs received a lot of love on radio stations worldwide and landed on charts. I got the opportunity to do so many interviews. I played live both in Pittsburgh and Kirksville, traveled…
Read MoreThe Best Day Presenting for the Commercial Music Students at Seton Hill University
Today, I had the honor of returning to my second home, Seton Hill University, to do a presentation for the commercial music students. This was such a wonderful opportunity, and I’m grateful I got the chance to share my story and music industry advice with such a fantastic group of students. It felt amazing to…
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