An enchanting storyteller and captivating performer, Shanleigh Rose has established herself as a formidable force in the world of music.  

From a young age, Shanleigh was surrounded — and inspired — by the enchanting melodies of folk, country, and pop music—notably inspired by legendary artists such as Taylor Swift, Hozier, The Civil Wars & Kasey Chambers. Growing up in the picturesque town of Maleny, Shanleigh found solace and inspiration in the natural beauty surrounding her which came to influence the vivid imagery and storytelling nature of her lyrics.

With songwriting at the forefront of her musical passions, Shanleigh continues to enthrall audiences and amass critical acclaim for her perplexing lyricism and idiosyncratic yet catchy melodies. Shanleigh’s lyrics place you in an entirely new world, watching the story play out as viscerally as if you were there to witness it, while her melodies weave their way into your mind, leaving you to hum the hook even days after hearing the song. Some of Shanleigh’s songwriting recognitions so far include:

JMC Academy Songwriter Award Runner-Up (2023), Tamworth Songwriter's Association (TSA) John P. Toomey Commemorative Award for youth songwriting (2023), CCMA - Junior Songwriter of The Year (2023), “TSA” lyrics only writer award (2025).

Additionally, her songwriting has led to Shanleigh sharing the stage at song-writer’s-nights with the likes of legendary Australian story tellers, Kelly Cork, Jacob Vincent, Luke O’Shea and Allan Caswell.

Shanleigh's journey to acclaim began in 2023 when she emerged as the NAB Gympie Muster Junior Talent Search winner. This esteemed accolade marked the start of a remarkable series of achievements:

Shanleigh has played festival stages across Australia including, Gympie Music Muster, Tamworth Country Music Festival, Monkerai Big Country Campout, and the Maleny Music Festival. Furthermore, her Spotify catalog has accrued over 100,000 streams across ten multifaceted single releases. Shanleigh’s self-written and directed film clip for her 2025 single "We're Not Friends" was broadcast on the televised music video channel, CMT Australia. And most recently, she opened the show for Fanny Lumsden’s 2026 tour at Brisbane’s iconic venue The Triffid.

All of this to say, Shanleigh Rose has a talent for enticing crowds. With ethereal vocals, prominent songs and a tranquil yet enthusiastic demeanor, Shanleigh Rose puts on a show that leaves audiences wanting more.

In the ever-changing music industry landscape, Shanleigh Rose stands out as a beacon of talent, authenticity, and resilience. Her grounded and passionate approach to her work ensures that she remains true to herself and her fans while constantly evolving and growing as an artist.

Reviews

“Shanleigh Rose” The Future in Australian Country Songwriting ~ Locals in the Loop

Shanleigh Rose is an incredible singer-songwriter. The Team at Music 2 Media are excited about her future and working alongside such a fantastic talent. ~ Music2Media

She had a lovely way of connecting with the crowd without needing to say much - just let the music do the talking. Shanleigh Rose is a true talent, and if last night is anything to go by, she’s destined for big things. ~ Brett Jones