About Demi
Heartfelt, charismatic, and authentic are three words used to describe Demi Michelle’s music. The Pittsburgh-based pop and country songwriter turns her life experiences into songs that touch the hearts of her listeners through captivating storytelling in her lyrics and memorable melodies. Demi greatly looks up to Julia Michaels, Kelsea Ballerini, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift, and she strives to remain honest and authentic as a songwriter in her own music and during her collaborations with others.
Demi pieced together her songwriting passion over the years. Her musicianship shines through, being a classically-trained pianist and knowledgeable about music theory. Also being an agented author with an MFA in Writing Popular Fiction, Demi is always finding ways to blend her musical talent and storytelling in powerful ways.
Demi kicked off her songwriting journey in 2019. After releasing several singles, she delivered her debut contemporary pop album, Dear Diary, on October 15, 2021. This eleven-track album, which includes Demi’s popular single, “Will I Ever,” truly gives listeners a glimpse into Demi’s heart and story. The songs capture honesty and vulnerability, much like diary entries do. Demi wrote this album for herself to explore her thoughts, feelings, and insecurities. Through writing Dear Diary, she has gone on a journey of self-discovery.
On January 28, 2022, Demi was invited onto her hometown station, 100.7 STAR Pittsburgh, to be the first artist on the morning show’s new segment, Bubba Show Live and Local Music Spotlight. Along with an interview, “Will I Ever” aired during the show, making it Demi’s first play on top 40 radio.
Demi’s debut chapter earned her two nominations at the 8th Annual Josie Music Awards, which she attended at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. She received nominations for Pop Artist of the Year and Pop Album of the Year for Dear Diary.
After a life changing debut chapter, Demi shared her five-track EP, It Is What It Is, on November 11, 2022. This project shimmers with self-empowerment and showcases Demi’s songwriting talent and passion for blending genres in her music. It gives a glimpse into what listeners can expect in the future, as Demi continues to write about meaningful and universal topics that are rooted in her personal experiences.
During the 2023 awards season, Demi received eight music award nominations. She became a finalist in five categories for the International Singer Songwriters Association (ISSA) Awards in Atlanta and was included in three categories for the 9th Annual Josie Music Awards in Nashville. At the ISSA Awards in August, It Is What It Is won the bronze award for USA Female Album of the Year. Demi’s first music award earned her a cover story in the Penn-Franklin News, her local newspaper, and a placement in her middle school’s Wall of Fame.
2024 is here, which means Demi’s Hear Me Out chapter has arrived. The eight-track album’s lead single, “Kind Heart,” was released on February 29. This delicate piano ballad featuring flute gives Demi’s Butterflies a glimpse into the fearless honesty she’s delivering in her new chapter. “Kind Heart” will soon be followed by two more singles, “Passive Aggressive” and “I’m Introverted, So What?” The full album is anticipated to release during the summer.
"I Hope You Know You’re Lucky" Lyric Video
Press
- Bubba Show Live and Local Music Spotlight on 100.7 STAR Pittsburgh, Radio Interview, January 2022
- The Penn-Franklin News, ISSA Awards Newspaper Cover Story, August 2023
- Our Mind On Music, Interview, February 2024
- Music City Memo, “Kind Heart” Feature, February 2024
- The Memphis Show on Heart of Indie Radio, Guest Co-Host on Be Mine, February 2024
- What Makes You Famous, Podcast Interview, February 2024
- CanvasRebel Magazine, Interview, January 2024
- Heart of Indie Radio, Guest Co-Host on Sleigh Bells Ring, December 2023
- The Highway 40 Show on Nashville Worldwide, Radio Interview, December 2023
- Voice of A Woman, Christmas Radio Special, December 2023
- COOL TOP20, “Tinsel Heart” Interview, November 2023
- Heart of Indie Radio, Guest Co-Host on Tricks and Treats, October 2023
- The Georgia Songbirds, Podcast Interview, October 2023
- Bold Journey Magazine, Interview, October 2023
- Brian’s Rock n Roll Radio, Radio Interview, September 2023
- Heart of Indie Radio, Guest Co-Host on Falling into Autumn, September 2023
- Country Crops on KB Radio 91.7, Radio Interview, September 2023
- Hops & Spirits, Friday Five Interview, September 2023
- The Kayden Gordon Show, Radio Interview, August 2023
- The Creatives, ISSA Awards and Upcoming Album Interview, August 2023
- The Tim Kelly Show on KICR Indie Country Radio, Radio Interview, July 2023
- Heart of Indie Radio, Guest Co-Host on Summer Groove, June 2023
- Unscripted with Aaron Conrad, Podcast Interview, June 2023
- Radio TFSC, Unplugged Couchella Performance, May 2023
- OorCountry on Indy Live Radio, Radio Special, May 2023
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “If I Die Young” Interview, May 2023
- Indie Country Saturday Night on Cherokee Nation Radio, Radio Interview, May 2023
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “Fantasy” Review, March 2023
- Hearts of Nashville on Heart of Indie Radio, Radio Interview, March 2023
- Heart of Indie Radio, Guest Co-Host on Spring into Spring, March 2023
- COOL TOP20, “Fantasy” Interview, March 2023
- The Creatives, Interview, December 2022
- Chit & Chat: Encouraging One Another, Podcast Interview, December 2022
- Heart of Indie Radio, Guest Co-Host on Countdown to Christmas, December 2022
- The Sunday Night Army, Podcast Interview, December 2022
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “Winter Cold” Review, December 2022
- The Memphis Show on Heart of Indie Radio, Radio Interview, November 2022
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, It Is What It Is Interview, November 2022
- Crazy Women Country, It Is What It Is Interview, November 2022
- Crazy Women Country, It Is What It Is Review, November 2022
- COOL TOP20, It Is What It Is Interview, November 2022
- Heart of Indie Radio, Guest Co-Host on the Halloween Party, October 2022
- Little Known Tracks, Podcast Interview, October 2022
- Crazy Women Country, Interview, August 2022
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “Afterthought” Review, August 2022
- COOL TOP20, “Afterthought” Interview, July 2022
- Castival, Podcast Interview, June 2022
- Heart of Indie Radio, Guest Co-Host on the Memphis Show, June 2022
- Outside the Circle, Podcast Interview, May 2022
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “You Get What You Give” Interview, May 2022
- COOL TOP20, “You Get What You Give” Interview (Part 2), May 2022
- COOL TOP20, “You Get What You Give” Interview (Part 1), May 2022
- Hearts of Nashville on Heart of Indie Radio, Radio Interview, May 2022
- Clewes’ Country on Voice FM Radio, Radio Interview, May 2022
- Let’s Link It Up, “Four Leaf Clover” Interview, March 2022
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “Four Leaf Clover” Review, March 2022
- COOL TOP20, “Four Leaf Clover” Interview, March 2022
- Prosperous Musician, Podcast Interview, March 2022
- Russell Hill’s Country Music Show on Express FM, Live from the Lounge Session, March 2022
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “Across the Pond” Review, February 2022
- Alpha Sessions, Interview, February 2022
- Voice of A Woman Real Talk, Podcast Interview, February 2022
- Live and Amplified #Livecast, Podcast Interview, February 2022
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “Homecoming Queen” Review, January 2022
- Scarlet River PR, Artist Spotlight, January 2022
- The Creatives, Interview, November 2021
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “Snow on Christmas Day” Interview, November 2021
- COOL TOP20, “Snow on Christmas Day” Interview, November 2021
- Let’s Link It Up, Interview, November 2021
- The Sunday Night Army, Podcast Interview, November 2021
- Heart of Indie Radio, Guest Co-Host on the Halloween Special Late Night Show, October 2021
- BuzzMusic, Dear Diary Review & Interview, October 2021
- Voice of A Woman, Radio Show Takeover, October 2021
- Unscripted with Aaron Conrad, Podcast Interview, October 2021
- Unsigned with Paul Miles, Dear Diary Radio Special & Interview, October 2021
- The European Show on Heart of Indie Radio, Radio Interview, October 2021
- Women of HERstory, Podcast Interview, October 2021
- Awayday Radio, Dear Diary Interview, October 2021
- COOL TOP20, Dear Diary Interview, October 2021
- Heart of Indie Radio, Interview, October 2021
- Crazy Women Country, Podcast Interview, September 2021
- International Indie Summer 2021 by Heart of Indie Radio, Interview & Performance, September 2021
- Bring Country 2 UK, “Find Love” Interview, August 2021
- The Nashville Show on Heart of Indie Radio, Radio Interview, August 2021
- COOL TOP20, “Find Love” Interview, August 2021
- Produced by a Girl, “Will I Ever” Podcast Interview, June 2021
- Garrett Smith Podcast, Podcast Interview, June 2021
- BuzzMusic, “Will I Ever” Review & Interview, June 2021
- The Memphis Show on Heart of Indie Radio, Radio Interview, May 2021
- Encore Pop & Influencer, “Will I Ever” Interview, May 2021
- Unsigned with Paul Miles, Radio Interview, May 2021
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “Will I Ever” Review, May 2021
- COOL TOP20, “Will I Ever” Interview, May 2021
- The Eddie & Emme Show on Heart of Indie Radio, Radio Interview, May 2021
- BuzzMusic, “LA Will Wait for Me” Review & Interview, May 2021
- Alpha Sessions, Interview, April 2021
- Country Chat with Dom, Podcast Interview, March 2021
- HughShows, First/Last Interview, March 2021
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “LA Will Wait for Me” Interview, February 2021
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “All I Want This Christmas” Interview, November 2020
- Fierce & Fabulous Revolution, “Into Focus” Review, November 2019