Odie Leigh

Born Lauren Hicks, Leigh was raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. During this time, she was surrounded by the traditional expectations surrounding musicianship, feeling that her informal approach to songwriting did not align with the rigor of her peers. However, her perspective in music shifted after hearing “Talkin’ Like You (Two Tall Mountains)” by Connie Converse, which helped inspire her to embrace music as a form of personal expression rather than technical perfection. == Career ==

Leigh’s career began unexpectedly when she participated in a bet with her roommates to create a TikTok video. She then subsequently released a series of early projects, including the EP How Did It Seem to You (2022) and The Only Thing Worse Than a Woman Who Lies Is a Girl Who’ll Tell Truths (2023), which further established her artistry as a new emerging artist. Later in July 2024, Leigh released her debut studio album, Carrier Pigeon, through Mom + Pop Music. Leigh was named "The Best of What's Next" by Paste in 2024. The album title reflects the idea of communicating feelings after the fact, with many songs written as reflections on past experiences. She has appeared at major music festivals, including Newport Folk Festival and Outside Lands. Her live performances have been described as intimate and conversational, often reflecting the same emotional openness present in her recorded work. ==

Singles • Ronnie's Song (January 1st, 2021) • Bigger Fish (January 29th, 2021) • The Beast (March 12th, 2021) • Nothing New (August 27th, 2021) • Crop Circles (February 18th, 2022) • Nine Lives (June 1st, 2022) • A Month or Two (August 5th, 2022) • Chutes & Ladders (April 7th, 2023) • Double Shift (May 12th, 2023) • Sheep Song (June 9th, 2023) • No Doubt (January 25th, 2024) • Either Way (March 21st, 2024) • Conversation Starter (May 2nd, 2024) • My Name on a T-Shirt (June 6th, 2024) • Already (On My Mind) (July 10th, 2024) • All Star Breakfast (feat. Field Medic) (November 9th, 2024) • Rodeo Clown (Reimagined) (March 13th, 2026) EPs • How Did It Seem to You? (October 21st, 2022) • The Only Thing Worse Than A Woman Who Lies Is A Girl Who'll Tell Truths (July 14th, 2023) LPs • Carrier Pigeon (July 12th, 2024) Misc. Releases/Alternative Releases • Crop Circles - Treehouse Tape Sessions (EP - December 2nd, 2022, Single - December 12th, 2022) • A Month or Two (Treehouse Tape Sessions) (January 6th, 2023) • How Did It Seem To You (Treehouse Tape Sessions) (January 27rd, 2023) • Odie Leigh on Audiotree Live (August 10th, 2023) == Artistry ==

Leigh’s music is most known for the direct and journal-like songwriting style, often writing about her personal experiences with relationships, insecurity, and young adulthood. She has described her creative process as intuitive and emotionally driven, frequently writing songs in the moment as a way of processing her feelings. Her sound has a blend of elements of indie folk, Americana, and indie pop, specifically incorporating acoustic foundations with meaningful lyrics. Many critics have highlighted her emphasis on authenticity over technical precision. Her first album Carrier Pigeon, particularly demonstrates a progression toward more layered instrumentation while retaining the emotional immediacy that defines her songwriting. The album expands on specific themes, presenting songs written as reflections of past emotional moments. Known for her unpolished and intuitive approach to creating music, Leigh has emphasized that technical knowledge is secondary to authenticity, often recording with minimal equipment and embracing imperfections in her musical sound. == Personal Life ==

Leigh is now currently living in Detroit, Michigan, where she still continues to make music and perform. She continues to post on her social media accounts like TikTok and Instagram to promote her music. ==References==