Malea McGuinness
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Born | Ft. Hood, Texas, United States |
Origin | Los Angeles, California, United States |
Genres | Electronic Dance Music, Pop rock, Pop, Alternative rock |
Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, musician |
Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
Years active | 1997–present |
Website | maleamusic.com |
Malea McGuinness, (born Mary McGuinness; and known professionally as Malea) is an American singer-songwriter and musician.
McGuinness began her career in opera, first attending Oberlin Conservatory,[1] and then graduating from Manhattan School of Music.[2] She understudied and played the role of Tuptim in Broadway revival of The King and I at the Neil Simon Theatre, NYC.[3] In 2007, she moved to Los Angeles, where she has focused on songwriting, recording and performing music.[4]
As Malea, McGuinness has recorded four albums and toured extensively throughout the United States.[5] She is known for her 2014 single "Give", which reached the Billboard Top 20 Dance Club Songs chart in 2014.[6] In 2015, her song "One Hot Mess" went to number one on the Billboard Dance Club charts.[7]
She has also been active in philanthropy, performing to raise money for animal charities and other causes.[8][9]