Growing up in Houston Texas,
Lurleen Ladd found her calling in music after establishing a career in social work and healthcare.
“The journey to bring music to the center of my life has been challenging but very rewarding”.
Lurleen's strong connection to her audience is channeled through her experience helping those in need while addressing her own personal struggles.
Her music radiates a compelling energy and intense honesty that characterizes her unique songwriting style - inspiring resilience and inner strength in her audience.
Her songs reflect an accessible pop and R&B vibe – inspired by fellow female vocalists Carole King, Annie Lennox and Adele.
“Like these amazing women, I strive to combine enduring and accessible songwriting with powerful and nuanced vocals”.
“I am so grateful to work with amazing musicians in Austin and beyond. You will find the following players on my recordings” -
Eddy Hobizal - Co-writer and producer as well as a renowned jazz pianist with a depth of experience in many genres.
Kevin McKinney, Guitar
Kyle Thompson, Drums
Chris Maresh, Bass
Erin Fraser, Background Vocals
Mauro Refosco, Percussion
Mark Hallman, Co-writer, Producer Congress House Studios
Causes
Lurleen continues to pursue her passion for serving the community, using her music to support important
causes in Central Texas.
Chief among them is the founding of Wavemakers~Women in Music, a movement setting new standards, creating connections, and opportunities for female musicians 40+.
Wavemakers started a much needed dialogue about the unique challenges and advantages in being a female creative in the music industry in the 21st century.
On March 31st 2023, the first annual Wavemakers Panel was held at Antone’s Austin - Home of The Blues.
“I am so inspired by the thought felt answers from our panelists and the engagement from our audience and partners. A template has been set where we bring together the decision makers, the artists and the audience to challenge the status quo, champion female musicians 40+ and forge a path that celebrates creativity at any age.”
- Lurleen Ladd, Founder
In addition to Wavemakers, Lurleen is a passionate entrepreneur and community advocate. She has used her music to fund multiple non-profits and organizations she founded:
Halloween by Design, an event company raising money for local non-profits and domestic violence outreach programs.
The Shade Project, a non-profit dedicated to skin cancer prevention that she founded with her husband.
She also regularly supports and sings at Amplify Austin events, and raises funds for HAAM, and AIDS Services of Austin.
