Dariann Leigh is infatuating; all things to all people. She is effervescent yet reserved, accessible and unobtainable, red carpet glam and camo in a tree stand. Combining big city beauty with small town humility, Dariann may take on many appearances, but one thing is for sure – she is resilient and wholeheartedly herself, making her a role model for the upcoming generation.
From her one-stop town in Karlstad, MN (Population 713), Dariann captured the star power of the original women of country music from lyrics bleeding through static-filled radios and scratched CDs; even in the middle of nowhere, those melodies set the scene for a dream that would ultimately define the course of her entire life. She doesn’t just want to make music, she wants to write the soundtrack for hairbrush singers, dashboard drummers and air guitar players everywhere.
“As a kid,” says Leigh, “I remember closing my eyes, plugging my headphones in and listening to tracks that ended up being the theme songs to my daydreams. I want to be that artist for someone else.”
What first got you into music?
I grew up in the theatre and used music as a tool to learn things in school. It naturally was something I leaned on in day-to-day life and has continued to be that today.
How would you describe the music that you typically create?
I would describe my music as new wave Country, with a touch of pop, sass, and soul.
If you could go open a show for any artist who would it be?
Carly Pearce, Shania Twain.
What are your musical plans for the next 12 months or so?
I’m really excited about the year! I have a few new songs coming out, and I’m working on some other projects that I’m really passionate about! I also just released my newest single “Leave.” I’m very excited about this song and glad it’s finally out for the world to hear.
What draws you to your preferred genre?
I grew up listening to the greats of country music. Any chance I could get, I turned on the radio to listen to country music. It’s in my blood and it’s everything I’ve ever dreamt of.
What would be a good theme song for your life?
Easily, the “Friends” theme song!
If you could ask your future self one question, what would it be?
I would ask myself for advice on anything I’m currently going through. I feel like we always wish had some sort of additional perspective on the things that are happening, to hear from my future self would be really special.
Which are cooler? Dinosaurs or Dragons?
Dinosaurs, I love Jurassic Park hahaha!
If you could learn any language fluently what would it be?
Italian, or Spanish.
What’s your favorite board game?
I like to play “Trains”! It’s one of my favorite games to play with my family. I also like the Phase 10 card game.
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