2nd Single Hits The Airwaves

Young starlet Stephanie Brownlee’s second single ‘Good Friend, Girl Friend’ from her forthcoming debut album hits the airwaves this week, hot on the heels of her Top 20 CMC first single ‘Keep It Real’. The 17-year-old, who has been dubbed as Australia’s answer to the current charting American sweethearts, recorded her album in Nashville last year, and has already garnered the support of some of the biggest and most influential names in the international music scene.

Think Carrie Underwood crossed with Avril Lavigne, add a bit more edge and amazing vocal talent, and you’ve only just begun to scratch the surface of Stephanie Brownlee. It’s no surprise then to find out that some of the most acclaimed songwriters in today’s industry have penned tracks for the up-and-coming singer. Stephanie’s debut single was written by songwriter Liz Rose, whose success is closely tied to Grammy award winner Taylor Swift, and her new single release ‘Good Friend, Girl Friend’ is a collaboration between the likes of songwriters Andy Dodd, Adam Watts, Pam Sheyne and musician and screen starlet Miley Cyrus.

At the end of March, Stephanie recorded the film clip to ‘Good Friend, Girl Friend’ in Brisbane alongside director Bryan Crawford and well reputed cinematographer Tony Luu who recently worked on the TVC campaign for Myer featuring Jennifer Hawkins. Luu’s hand in the film clip highlights Stephanie’s spunky personality, and captures the essence of the song perfectly. This shouldn’t be surprising though, considering this acclaimed director of photography has worked with the likes of Powderfinger, Eskimo Joe, Evermore, Short Stack, Kate Miller Heidke, Missy Higgins, Silverchair and more over the years. The film clip was showcased on the Country Music Channel from April 12, the same channel that Stephanie’s debut single entered the charts at #39, reaching #22 due to audience requests.

Stephanie has also scored herself a management coup, linking up with now Queensland-based Front Row Management, which is run by former Fleetwood Mac manager Dennis Dunstan. Discovered when she was only a tender 15, Stephanie has achieved a lot in her fledgling career, from wowing industry heavyweights to heading off on tour as support for country music’s sweethearts The McClymonts. It won’t be long before Stephanie Brownlee is going to be the name on everyone’s lips.

‘Good Friend, Girl Friend’ is on-air now and available for request. Stephanie Brownlee’s debut album is due for release through Compass Bros / Shock on July 9.