Brandi M. Carlile (born June 1, 1981) is a Grammy nominated American americana and folk rock singer-songwriter. Born in Ravensdale, Washington, she dropped out of high school to pursue a career in music, teaching herself piano and guitar. Her first commercial album, Brandi Carlile, was released to critical acclaim but to limited commercial success. Carlile garnered wider recognition for her 2007 single The Story, from the album of the same name, was a greater commercial success. The Story turned gold in 2017, selling 500,000 copies to date. Carlile's latest album The Firewatcher's Daughter earned her a Grammy Nomination for Best Americana Album and peaked at no. 9 in Billboard 200. ... (see more)