Laurel

Laurel is a British independent musician, songwriter, and producer known for her genre-spanning work and self-produced recordings. After releasing her official debut single ‘Fire Breather’ in 2013, Laurel quickly established herself as a significant voice in the independent music scene, renowned for her genre-spanning work and a distinct hands-on approach to creation. She gained early traction with a demo for her song ‘Next Time’ in the same year, captivating audiences with material entirely written, recorded, and produced from her home studio in London. This independent spirit and meticulous production contributed to a unique sound that garnered critical attention from music bloggers and various online platforms.

Her debut EP, To The Hills, was released in 2014 through her own label, Next Time Records, underscoring her commitment to creative control. She followed this success with the Holy Water EP later that year, further solidifying her presence. Laurel continued to evolve her sound, releasing ‘Life Worth Living’ in March 2016, a track showcasing a distinct indie rock influence. This was closely followed by ‘San Francisco’ in May 2016, which earned her widespread recognition as Apple Music’s first Artist of the Week, marking a significant industry endorsement.

Her successful partnership with Vero expanded to include exclusive acoustic performances of tracks like ‘Scream Drive Faster’ and participation in Vero Amplify, an artist development program, consistently utilizing the platform to share her creative process. Laurel is set to release her second album, Palpitations, in 2024, which will again feature a companion memoir, continuing her distinctive trend of integrating her written and musical work.