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Lee Newton is a singer-songwriter with a passion for storytelling through her music. Her soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics have touched the hearts of audiences across the world. She has recieved critical acclaim for her work, including multiple awards and nominations.
Lee Newton's musical style is a unique blend of Tradional Country, Southern Rock, and Blues. Her powerful voice and dynamic stage presence, Lee Newton delivers a captivationg performance that leaves audeniences wanting more. Whether performing classic covers or original material, Lee Newton delivers a captivating performance every time. If you're looking for a unique and exciting musical experience, Lee Newton is the perfect choice for your event.
Over the course of her career, Lee Newton has achieved numerous accolades, including multiple awards for her songwriting and performances. She has been featured in several national publications and has been invited to perform at prestigious events and festivals.
Throughout Lee Newton's career, she has callaborated with a variety of artists. From recording sessions to live performances, Lee has worked with some of the most talented musicians in the industry including Ronnie Milsap, Randy Travis, Sara Evans, Ronnie McDowell, Diamond Rio, T. Graham Brown, Rhonda Vincent, Joe Bonsall from The Oak Ridge Boys, Deborah Allen, Artimus Pyle, Leslie Hawkins & JoJO Billingsly from Lynyrd Skynyrd, Pam Tillis, Tony Jackson, Lorrie Morgan, Dale Houston, Leona Williams, Kathyrn Shipley, Ben Isaacs, MIke Rogers, The Gatlin Brothers, Lee Roy Parnell, Edwin McCain, TG Sheppard, Johnny Rodriguez and so many more.
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I am so happy to announce that I get the honor of opening for one of the greatest voices of Country music, Gene Watson. January 17 at Gem Theater Calhoun, GA.
Gene is most famous for his 1975 hit "Love in the Hot Afternoon," his 1981 No. 1 hit "Fourteen Carat Mind," and his signature 1979 song "Farewell Party." Watson's long career has included five number one hits,21 top tens, and 48 charted singles.
He is AMAZING!
I will be backed by one of my great friends and one of the greatest guitarist around Wendell Cox.
Get your tickets today at EASTTENNESSEECONCERTS.COM
Nashville Recording Artist Singer/Songwriter Lee Newton, came from humble beginnings. Having seen her share of hard times growing upa small town in Western North Carolina, she started singing in church when she was five years old when her Mother would take her. Lee’s love of music grew as a child when her Daddy played country classics like Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette and Patsy Cline around the house.
Lee’s father, a cab driver, taught her to play the guitar at age seven and they would sing together while she rode around town with him in his taxi going on calls. “My Daddy, who named me Brenda Lee after the amazing country singer, would always tell me one day you will be playing at the Grand Ole Opry and from that point on I knew I wanted to be a performer.”
Heavily influenced by legendary musicians like Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, The Judds Lorrie Morgan Susan Tedischi and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Lee’s personal sound is a mix between traditional Country and raspy Blues with an added Southern Rock flare.
When Lee was 20 years old, she joined a couple of bands and taught herself to play the drums. She travelled to New York City and had the privilege of singing backup for Artimus Pyle, Leslie Hawkins and JoJo Billingsly – three original members of Lynyrd Skynyrd.
In 2020, Lee won “Vocalist of the Year” at the Josie Music Awards. Her 2021 EP Undamaged, which she wrote, won “EP Album of the year” at Josie Music Awards and also Top 20 Best of 2021 for Women of Country. Lee’s newest full length album UNLEESHED, was released April, 2022. Lee wrote 9 of the songs on it. She won “Album of the year” at the Josie Music Awards show that was held at The Grand Ole Opry. She also was nominated for Song of the year with Carolina, and Artist of the year for Women of Country Best of 2022. UNLEESHED has artist Leona Williams, Pam Tillis, Lee Roy Parnell, Mike Rogers & Tim Watson appear on it.
Lee has opened or performed with legends Randy Travis, Ronnie Milsap, Ronnie McDowell, T Graham Brown, Diamond Rio, The Gatlin Brothers, TG Sheppard, Edwin McCain, Leona Williams, Lee Roy Parnell, Rhonda Vincent & more.
Lee recently appeared on WSM Circle Access TV Coffee, Country & Cody with Bill Cody, Fox Rock Review with Eric Dahl, NBC Today in Nashville, and a host of radio interviews to promote her newest album “UNLEESHED”.
In print media, Lee has been featured in Cross Country Magazine, The 80th Anniversary Edition of CashBox Magazine, The Cover magazine, and she was on the cover of Lazie Indie Magazine along with 16 page article and cover of Retro Lovely Magazine 50's Edition.
Her album, UNLEESHED, reached number one spot on the NDExpress Independent Album Charts. A single from the album, Working Girl Blues, featuring Leona Williams, Pam Tillis, and Lee Roy Parnell, reached number one on the NDExpress Independent Single Charts. Lee is grateful to all the stations worldwide who played this song, and helped get the word out. “UNLEESHED“ went on to win 2022 JMA TRADITIONAL COUNTRY ALBUM OF THE YEAR, which was held at the Grand Ole Opry.
2023 She released her first Gospel album, Crossroads on April, 9 2023 that features duets with Joe Bonsall from The Oak Ridge Boys, T. Graham Brown, Rhonda Vincent, Dale Houston, Tony Jackson, Kathyrn Shipley & Ben Isaacs and a couple surprises.
Lee went on to win 2023 JMA ARTIST OF THE YEAR - TRADITIONAL COUNTRY that was also held at The Grand Ole Opry. She also closed out the awards show with her song Carolina. on the stage of The Opry.
Recently endorsed by Breedlove Guitars, Lee is living proof that dreams can come true.
Lee is currently in studio recording her next album with Dolly Parton‘s lifelong producer Kent Wells and Dave Fowler. Set to be released in Summer 2024, Lee just released her first single from the album called. CAROLINA RAIN. Check out her new video as well.
So much to come in 2024. Tour dates coming soon!
The calendar is already filling up with calls for live appearances and interviews.
For booking information contact
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Interview with Lee Newton at The Legendary Don Gibson Theater in Shelby, North Carolina with John Carter with Carolina Camera on WBTV News out of Charlotte, NC.
Greg Simpson - cameraman
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