Maria Forde is one of Australia’s finest voices, not only for her rich, beautiful vocal tones, but for the inspired and passionate songs she writes, stories of life, love and the land. A regular favourite at venues and festivals around Australia, as well as numerous Television and radio appearances, Maria has also supported international artists such as the Furey’s, Foster & Allen, Kieran Goss and Daniel O’Donnell. (The Furey’s have recorded two of Maria’s songs - "Waltzing Matilda, My Darling" and "Will You Dance With Me?"). Based in Melbourne, Maria has a strong connection to her Irish ancestry, she has regularly toured to the Emerald Isle to perform, write and record.

Maria has been awarded nationally and internationally for her songwriting. Her strength lies in her ability to write timeless material that connects with people’s lives.

In 1994 Maria’s debut album “Will You Dance With Me?”, immediately attained high rotation on Melbourne radio. The title track, featured in the Channel 9 show ‘Weddings’, has become enormously popular as a wedding song all over Australia. A decade later this album’s popularity has endured. With four more recordings to her name, Maria has firmly established herself as a dynamic artist with longevity and substance. She is currently recording her sixth album.

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