Rachael Yamagata

Rachael Yamagata
Rachael Yamagata on stage in 2008
Rachael Yamagata on stage in 2008
Background information
Born (1977-09-23) September 23, 1977 (age 46)
Arlington, Virginia, United States
GenresAdult alternative, indie
OccupationSinger-songwriter
Instrument(s)Piano, guitar, vocals
Years active1995–present
LabelsRCA Victor, Warner Bros., Frankenfish/Megaforce
Formerly ofBumpus
Websitewww.rachaelyamagata.com

Rachael Amanda Yamagata[1] (born September 23, 1977)[2] is an American singer-songwriter and pianist from Arlington, Virginia. She began her musical career with the band Bumpus before becoming a solo artist and releasing five EPs and four studio albums. Her songs have appeared on numerous television shows and she has collaborated with Jason Mraz, Rhett Miller, Bright Eyes, Ryan Adams, Toots and the Maytals and Ray Lamontagne.[3][4]

  1. ^ "BABY COME FIND ME AT CHRISTMAS". ASCAP. American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. Retrieved November 13, 2023.
  2. ^ "Rachael Yamagata". BBC Music. Retrieved September 27, 2018.
  3. ^ Garcia, Cathy Rose A. (March 31, 2009). "Singer Rachael Yamagata to Take Stage for First Time in Seoul". The Korea Times. Retrieved May 18, 2009.
  4. ^ Jenkins, Mark (October 28, 2011), "Rachael Yamagata: Album review: "Chesapeake"", Washington Post, archived from the original on February 17, 2013