Malea (singer-songwriter)
Malea McGuinness | |
|---|---|
| Born | Ft. Hood, Texas, United States |
| Origin | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Genres | Electronic Dance Music, Pop rock, Pop, Alternative rock |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, musician |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Website | maleamusic |
Malea McGuinness, known professionally as Malea, is an American singer-songwriter and musician.
McGuinness began her career in opera, graduating from Manhattan School of Music, and musical theatre, understudying the role of Tuptim in Broadway's The King and I.[1] In 2007, she moved to Los Angeles, where she has focused on songwriting, recording and performing music.[2]
As Malea, McGuinness has recorded four albums and toured extensively throughout the United States.[3] She is known for her 2014 single "Give", which reached the Billboard Top 20 Dance Club Songs chart in 2014.[4] In 2015, her song "One Hot Mess" went to number one on the Billboard Dance Club charts.[5]
She has also been active in philanthropy, performing to raise money for animal charities and other causes.[6][7]
References
- ^ "Mary McGuinness". Internet Broadway Database. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
- ^ Kawashima, Dale. "Malea McGuinness Named January "Best Vocalist Of The Month"". Singer Universe. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
- ^ "Malea". MTV. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
- ^ "Malea Shoots To The Top Of The US Billboard Dance Charts With 'One Hot Mess'". Top40-Charts.com. 14 May 2015. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
- ^ "ARTISTS / Malea". Billboard. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
- ^ Shaw, Mary-Liz (1 July 2010). "McGuinness takes stage". Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Retrieved 5 August 2016.
- ^ "Author Archives: Malea McGuinness". PetLvr. Retrieved 5 August 2016.