Leah Rae Shafer
Leah Rae was born in Torrance, CA on Sept 27th. Moved by music early on, she started writing and recording songs at age 14. With singing careers in both secular and Gospel music, Leah’s passion is in Modern Country Music which allows her to express herself in a raw and real way, yet still inspire. Leah says, “Music is my vehicle to relay a message to the listeners”
When she was seven, her family moved to the small high desert town, Hesperia CA. By nine years old, she knew she wanted to make singing her life and career. She got involved in music programs from 4th-12th grade; landing lead roles all along the way. As a senior she was selected Best in All-State and continued to garner lead roles in theatrical productions in college. Leah also toured with the Young Americans (as a main soloist) for over 5 years.
After College
Leah moved to Orange County California and got into retail sales, makeup artistry, and gravitated toward work in the beauty industry. She became extremely passionate about the skincare industry and skin health. Working and managing in major brand companies like Nordstrom, Sax Fifth Avenue, Barney’s New York, Bloomingdales. She now owns her own successful skincare business HydraLounge.com.
All of these jobs along the way paid her bills while she pursued her dream of “making it in the music industry.” Leah moonlighted with 5 different cover bands; performing at hundreds of corporate events. She also entered various talent contest. But it was when she won the nationally televised Destination Stardom Star Search TV Show that she knew she was on the right path. Leah has appeared as a guest artist on countless network television NBC, FOX, Multiple Radio shows, podcasts, 6 Chix Country Show in Canada.
Family Life
Her parents, are a fun and compassionate couple who have been married for over 40 years. Leah has two younger brothers (Matthew and Justin Dale) whom she loves, mothers, and teases to this day. The most rewarding daily activity is being a mother to her beautiful little girl named Lauren (Lolo) and In a loving committed relationship with her partner Sandy Yawn.
What’s Next?
Leah will continue to write, record, and now is pursuing the country music scene. She continues to perform at major sporting events, singing the National Anthem and AFC Championship Games for the NFL.
She has been writing with top songwriters and just recorded 4 new releases for mainstream music industry.