Alicia Lemke (ALICIA) is a fearless and inspiring young talent. A native of Madison, Wisconsin, ALICIA’s wanderlust eventually landed her in New York City. Her extraordinary passion propelled her into the heart of the city’s music scene where she has sparked a growing fan base. In addition to her newly released singles “Luminous” and “Whistleblower,” ALICIA’s talent as a singer/songwriter was also recently showcased when she opened up for Florence & the Machine, and on the “Where The Hell is Matt 2012” viral video, now reaching over 5 million views.
What really defines ALICIA is her honesty— about relationships, the battles of self-awareness and the importance of love. ALICIA’s honesty makes her unapologetically real and a compelling force on stage. Her demanding energy, poetic lyrics and powerful voice leave audiences with the raw truth. Authentic and pure, it is clear that she writes what she lives.
Yet ALICIA’s discovery of her songwriting ability was recent. A graduate of Swarthmore College, she earned a degree in Biology and Theater, played the saxophone and acquired a US patent before finding her love and talent for writing songs. It is one of her hopes that through music ALICIA can marry her passions and become a voice for environmental stewardship.
It can be said with confidence that ALICIA’s unique style puts her at the forefront of contemporary popular music. Her infectious energy makes her a powerful presence on stage and a voice for many. ALICIA will continue to connect with others through her accessible sound as she establishes herself as both creator and icon.