Brandi Marie Carlile is an American singer-songwriter known for her genre-spanning music, including folk rock, alternative country, Americana, and classic rock. Born in Ravensdale, Washington, Carlile dropped out of high school to pursue a career in music. Since then, she has released seven studio albums and has received eleven Grammy Awards and two Emmy Awards.
Throughout her career, Carlile has been involved in activism, supporting various causes such as humanitarian aid, COVID-19 relief, racial justice, and LGBT rights. She co-founded the country music supergroup The Highwomen with Amanda Shires, Maren Morris, and Natalie Hemby, releasing their self-titled debut album in 2019.
In addition to her successful music career, Carlile has received recognition for her activism and philanthropy, including establishing the Looking Out Foundation to support causes she believes in. She has also ventured into producing, collaborating with artists like Tanya Tucker and developing her own music festival, “Girls Just Wanna Weekend”.
With her powerful voice, heartfelt lyrics, and unwavering commitment to social causes, Brandi Carlile continues to captivate audiences and make a positive impact both in the music industry and beyond.
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