It’s 2021, and singer Laura Ainsworth continues to captivate audiences with her enchanting voice, humor, and style. From her debut album in 2013, “Keep It To Yourself,” to her latest musical endeavors, Laura’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. Known for her behind-the-scenes work in radio since the ’90s, this talented artist has finally stepped into the spotlight, and the world can’t get enough of her.
From Radio to the Spotlight
Long before her debut album, Laura Ainsworth was a hidden gem in the radio industry. Known for her comedic creations on the Comedy Wire, her parodies like “Santa Baby (Help Me Through Recession Tonight)” reached audiences worldwide. That was until Mike Huckabee, a longtime fan, signed her for his Cumulus Media radio shows, airing on over 700 stations, becoming the first to credit her on-air.
Jazz Runs in the Family
But what many didn’t know was that Laura also had a flourishing live music career. Inspired by her father, the late legendary big band musician Billy Ainsworth, she joined forces with top jazz musicians in the Southwest, reviving the music she grew up loving.
Her Debut Album
With the release of “Keep It To Yourself,” Laura’s dream of continuing her family’s musical tradition was realized. Her debut album, produced by Texas jazz piano icon Brian Piper, brought a fresh twist to standards and obscurities from the ’20s onwards, with critics praising her “satiny, impossibly old-fashioned voice”.
Recognition and Success
Despite minimal publicity, her debut album made it to the JazzWeek Top Radio Airplay chart. The respected Jazz Inside magazine also featured Laura in a rave lead review in its annual “Vocalists” issue.
Continued Success
Following the success of her debut, Laura began recording her follow-up, “Necessary Evil,” featuring tributes to her favorite composer, Johnny Mercer. She continues to keep sophisticated music alive, believing that her father would be proud of her dedication to the genre.
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