Prolific Pop & Country Songwriter

“Just remember that life is never crystal clear, but in time, just like every memory, it will all come into focus.”

~ Demi Michelle - Into Focus

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

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