Born October 26, 1963, in Jamestown, New York, Natalie Merchant joined the band 10,000 Maniacs at the young age of 17 and became the band’s inspiration and artistic influence.
After achieving fame due to exposure from creating with the popular folk-rock band 10,000 Maniacs, Natalie Merchant became even more successful as a solo artist during the mid-’90s (a perfect time for singer-songwriter music). Merchant released her solo debut named Tigerlily (1995), a self-produced album that hit number 13 and achieved a Top Ten single with “Carnival.” Her socially conscious songs put her in the forefront of women in pop music, while Tigerlily helped pave the way for a number of female artists. Two other singles, “Wonder” and “Jealousy,” also reached the Top 40. Tigerlily sold over five million copies just in the U.S. Trailing behind in 1998 was Ophelia, another platinum-selling album that was given more exposure by Merchant’s promotion in her second Lilith Fair tour. Live in Concert came about a year later. As a distinguished social activist, Merchant also brought to light issues by campaigning in the name of important issues like animal rights, domestic violence, and homelessness.
She continued releasing albums into the 2000s, although Tigerlily continues to outsell the rest.
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Location: Au-Rene Theater
Address: 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Show Time: 8:00 p.m.
Ticket Price: $45-$125+
Age: all ages
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