Laurelle, an original DMV native, has brought all of her talents to New York City. As a singer/songwriter, this young woman has taken great strides in making a name for herself. At the age of 25, Laurelle has been steadfast on the completion of her first debut EP, “The Journey.” In 2010, her song, “Compare To You,” reached the number 1 spot on the Top 50 Independent Charts for internet radio. This song also helped land her a spot in Hip Hop Weekly, in October of 2012. Her follow-up single, “Years Ago,” would also help her gain notable credibility. Laurelle has a courageous heart and mind. She states, “If your dreams don’t scare you, then they're just not big enough.” - Ellen Johnson Sirleaf