Lauren Alaina
Country singer and songwriter
Born
November 8th, 1994
30 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Raised in Rossville, Georgia, launched a music career after finishing second on the tenth season of 'American Idol'. Debut album 'Wildflower' released in 2011, which included the hit single 'Road Less Traveled'. Continued to release multiple albums and singles, contributing to the country music genre. Awarded the ACM Award for New Female Vocalist of the Year in 2018.
Finished second on 'American Idol' Season 10
Released debut album 'Wildflower'
Won ACM Award for New Female Vocalist of the Year
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