Vocalist/songwriter-composer/multi-instrumentalist Mary Lemanski’s first gig came at age 11 when she filled in for the organist at her Catholic school’s church for a funeral. She was pulled out of class, aced the service, got paid $40, and was set on the path to becoming the musician she is today. These days, Mary is a fully-developed Pop/Rock/Alternative artist in her own right, excels at keyboards, vocals, drum programming, guitar, and bass, and writes songs that have been compared to Blondie, Tori Amos, and Carly Simon. She’s been releasing original music online since 1999. Her unique style blends Pop with Alternative, Rock, Hip-Hop, EDM, Jazz, Blues, Funk, and Punk.
In addition to being an artist, Mary has worked extensively in the music industry, including stints at Epitaph Records, BMG Entertainment, Clear Channel Radio/iHeart Radio, and Rhino Staging. She holds a Music/Business Administration degree from Millikin University, a certification in Audio Engineering from the Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences, and an MBA in e-Business from the University of Phoenix, as well.
Music has always been part of life for Mary, and she intends to keep it that way. She draws inspiration from iconic performers like Ramones, Tori Amos, They Might Be Giants, Beck, and Whitney Houston but maintains a strong artistic vision that elevates her work to its own creative space. She hopes that listeners find meaning in her songs the same way she found it in her influences. Mary Lemanski is one of the most compelling emerging musicians in the ever-competitive Chicago music scene.