Having obtained a professional music degree from the world’s largest independent music college Berklee College of Music (Boston) and perfecting a classically trained voice, Rachel Leigh McGoye spent the years that followed infiltrating the Los Angeles music scene.

Rachel McGoye is a free-spirited, small town beach girl born and raised in Stuart, Florida. She spent her youth at The Center for the Arts studying ballet, tap, jazz, modern and hip-hop dance while performing across the state in the well-known dance company, Contempra. Upon entering Martin County High School she auditioned and was accepted into the competitive traveling show choir OPUS. She spent the next 4 years singing across the U.S. in various competitions in Los Angeles, Washington D.C., San Antonio and New York.

Rachel has always been involved in some form of music from very young age. At the age of eight, her mother bought her piano and she began taking lessons. Entering her high school years she was completely dedicated to music, she planned for her career in music while continuing to sing, play keyboards and acoustic guitar.

It wasn’t until her enrollment in Berklee that Rachel began writing and composing her own songs. “Although the first few songs I wrote were far from being hits, I was slowly realizing that I might have a niche for writing catchy memorable melodies, even if they were a bit cheesy!” Rachel has an uncontainable wit and sarcasm that she perfectly balances with her complex, sultry, emotional side.

Rachel’s musical comparisons have ranged from Dido to Paula Cole, Fiona Apple to Alicia Keys with a little bit of Sade mixed in. Ultimately, Rachel has developed a unique sound and presence of her own. As a singer/songwriter and performer, Rachel's influences are an eclectic mix stemming from her exposure as a child to Roots and Rock music to her own love of Folk and R&B. "Growing up I couldn't decided for years whether my musical career was going be in the likes of Janet Jackson or Carole King!"

In November 2006 Rachel independently released her first acoustic E.P What Day is it? which received much deserved critical acclaim and attracted the attention of many music labels. "The album is the soundtrack to my new life in Los Angeles. I'm just soaking in where I've been and what lies ahead...."

In early 2007 Rachel signed to the newly formed label 10 Spot. Her sophomore CD will be released mid-June 2007. 10Spot is an imprint of parent company Water Music Records Group which touts the mantra “10 Songs, 10 Bucks…Every Time!” Universal Music Group Distribution, in association with Varese Sarabande, distributes 10 Spot as well as all the Water Music Records Group imprints.

Rachel McGoye's music brings a new meaning to the word melody. Her songs seem to flow gently through a melodic process that captivates the listener.

Her sensual voice only makes the addiction more powerful. It is so easy to listen to.

Her acoustic, folky music carries itself well. Each song peels back another
slice of her folk -pop roots showing a different side of Rachel and her
talents. "What Day is it" is a chirpy tune, with a quick rhythm that continues to drive her vocals through the song.

"Empty" delivers a more melodic urban sound, more depth, and certainly is
worthy of any soft rock, pop station in our great country.

If you like soft rock music with strong folk roots coupled with a sensual and worthy vocal then get Rachel McGoye.

--Johnny - Myspace Music Review (Dec 4, 2006)

Her music, her music....is all what can be said, is extraordinary! Her stylistic voice, and compassionable lyrics still leaves us baffled upon why this talented young lady has not been let into the high end of the musical industry as yet.

From her beautiful acoustic "Try Try" to her near rock performance of "What Day Is It"- grabs our attention and we applaud her wonderful work. Well done.

--Darren, Editor Cove Magazine