Madison McFerrin (born November 5, 1991), is an American singer-songwriter. Her debut album, I Hope You Can Forgive Me (2023), was released independently.
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| Born | Madison McFerrin November 5, 1991 |
| Education | Berklee College of Music[1] |
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| Years active | 2016–present |
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| Origin | Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Labels | MadMcFerrin Music |
| Website | madisonmcferrin |
Early life and education
editMadison McFerrin was born in San Francisco, California, to jazz vocalist and classical conductor Robert Keith "Bobby" McFerrin, Jr., and Debbie Green. Her siblings include two brothers, musician Taylor McFerrin, and actor Jevon McFerrin. Her paternal grandfather was operatic baritone Robert Keith McFerrin, Sr., the first black man to sing at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. She is a graduate of Berklee College of Music. [2][3]
Musical career
editMcFerrin's first release was in 2016, an EP titled “Finding Foundations, Vol. 1”, containing three tracks.[4] In 2023 Variety announced, "Madison McFerrin has established herself in the new school of soul with three EPs and multiple singles throughout her independent career."[5] Raina Douris from the National Public Radio described that the artist creates "expansive, atmospheric grooves that grow and bloom, layer by layer."[6]
McFerrin released her single, "(Please Don't) Leave Me Now" on February 22, 2023, referring to a near-death experience in her life. On the same day she announced her debut studio album, I Hope You Can Forgive Me, issued on May 12, 2023.[7][8] A music video was released for "(Please Don't) Leave Me Now", and The Fader named the song a "transition from the moody clubs and onto a grander stage".[9] McFerrin deejayed under the moniker of Melismata Mama at a celebration of rising women's voices hosted by Rolling Stone and Bumble in spring 2023.[10]
Rolling Stone magazine included McFerrin's "Run" in its Top 100 songs of 2023, citing the effort as "perhaps the most compelling story" of the list, based upon McFerrin's discovery that her great-great-great-grandmother had fled to escape enslavement.[11] On the track she encourages her ancestors that yes, running will be worth it; her father Bobby McFerrin accompanied her on vocals.[12]
McFerrin's single, "GUILTY" was recorded in 2021 in response to the conviction of former Minnesota police officer Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd.[13]
Discography
edit| Madison McFerrin discography | |
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| Studio albums | 1 |
| EPs | 4 |
| Singles | 6 |
Studio albums
edit| Title | Details |
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| I Hope You Can Forgive Me |
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Extended plays
edit| Title | Details |
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| Finding Foundations, Vol. I |
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| Finding Foundations, Vol. II |
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| You + I |
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Singles
edit| Title | Year | Album |
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| "Insane" | 2018 | Finding Foundations, Vol. II |
| "Try" | 2019 | You + I |
| "Amethyst" | 2020 | — |
| "Hindsight" | ||
| "Guilty" | 2021 | |
| "Over the Ocean" | ||
| "Dream" | ||
| "Stay Away (From Me)" | 2022 | I Hope You Can Forgive Me |
| "(Please Don't) Leave Me Now" | 2023 |
Tours
edit- I Hope You Can Forgive Me Tour (2023)
References
edit- ^ a b La Gorce, Tammy (January 25, 2019). "How Madison McFerrin, Singer, Spends Her Sundays". The New York Times. Retrieved April 20, 2023.
- ^ La Gorce, Tammy. "Sunday Routine: How Madison McFerrin, Singer, Spends Her Sundays". New York Times. Archived from the original on January 26, 2019. Retrieved June 5, 2024.
- ^ Krewen, Nick. "She's the daughter of Bobby 'Don't Worry Be Happy' McFerrin, but she's forging her own path in music". Toronto Star. Archived from the original on June 5, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2024.
- ^ McFerrin, Madison (December 2, 2016). "Finding Foundations: Vol I" (audio). bandcamp.com.
- ^ Garcia, Thania. "Madison McFerrin Talks Community and Producing Her Debut Record 'I Hope You Can Forgive Me' on 'Live From My Den'". Variety. Archived from the original on May 16, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2024.
- ^ Douris, Raina; Vettese, John (February 19, 2020). "Madison McFerrin's Hypnotic Music Will Pull You In". National Public Radio. Retrieved February 13, 2024.
- ^ Minsker, Evan (February 22, 2023). "Madison McFerrin Announces New Album and Tour, Shares Video for New Song: Watch". Pitchfork. Retrieved April 20, 2023.
- ^ Gibson, Donte (February 22, 2023). "Madison McFerrin Releases Single '(Please Don't) Leave Me Now' & Announces Debut Album 'I Hope You Can Forgive Me' And Upcoming Tour". SoulBounce.com. Archived from the original on April 6, 2023. Retrieved June 5, 2024.
- ^ Darville, Jordan (February 23, 2023). "Song You Need: Madison McFerrin sounds ready for stardom on "(Please Don't) Leave Me Now"". The Fader. Retrieved February 13, 2024.
- ^ Cardenas, Cat (March 23, 2023). "Rolling Stone and Bumble Celebrate Rising Women's Voices". Rolling Stone. Retrieved June 5, 2024.
- ^ "Run". Rolling Stone. December 19, 2023. Retrieved June 5, 2024.
- ^ McFerrin, Madison (February 23, 2024). "Run (Official Video)" (video). youtube.com.
- ^ B-Cakes, Briana. "We Don't Feel 'GUILTY' For Loving Madison McFerrin's Joyful Expression". SoulBounce.com. Archived from the original on June 1, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2024.