In the music industry, it doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what style of music you play; when you’re talented and can write good songs, you have a chance to make it. Singer and songwriter Maggie Rogers is definitely one of those people with undeniable talent who was destined to become something. Long before her breakout hit “Alaska” and before she was a Grammy nominee for best new artist, it was clear she was something special. Now she’s one of the top young artists in the industry who adds to her following with every show she plays, as music lovers seem to gravitate to her unique sound and stage presence.

Born to Do This

Even as a child, there was no doubt that Rogers had great musical talent. At age seven, she began playing the harp, amongst other instruments, eventually mastering the guitar, piano, and even the banjo. By the time Rogers started high school, she was already writing her own songs, even winning a songwriter’s contest while attending a summer program for young musicians at the Berklee College of Music in Boston. Rogers recorded her first album before she finished high school, helping her gain admission to New York University, and it was there where she got her big break after playing her song “Alaska” for Pharrell Williams.

Road Warrior

While there is no doubt that Rogers is a musical prodigy, she’s also someone who loves touring and playing in front of live audiences. She plays the kind of music that demands to be heard live and Rogers is happy to do just that. In addition to serving as the opening act for artists like Mumford & Sons and Kacey Musgraves, Rogers has also played at countless festivals, including Coachella, SXSW, Lollapalooza, Firefly, and international festivals like the Glastonbury Festival. That’s another thing that makes Rogers so special; she loves playing live and doesn’t always demand the spotlight. Her innate talent and ability to play multiple instruments make her a great collaborator and a singer who can perform any song she wants on any instrument. That’s why when you see Maggie Rogers in concert, you never know what you’re going to hear, but you know it’ll be great.