Bio

Mary Lamont was three times voted Band of the Year by the NY Metro CMA, twice voted Singer/Songwriter of the Year by the NJ CMA, and is the first American country act to tour Mainland China – yes, China. Raised in rural Ontario, Mary has been featured in ASCAP’s prestigious Playback Magazine, is featured in ASCAP.COM’s Audio Portraits, and has opened for Delbert McClinton and Marshall Tucker as well as Charlie Daniels Band.

Mary was on the cover of Newsday's "Explore LI" section as a featured act of the annual Cedar Beach Music Festival. The Mary Lamont Band has had features in Local 802's Allegro as well as International Musician about the China tour.

Mary is also a radio DJ at WUSB 90.1 Stony Brook University, where she is hosting “Down Home Country” every other Sunday, 12:00-1:00pm, streaming live at wusb.fm

For photos, schedule, stories about the China tour, and music samples from her two award-winning CDs, visit Mary’s website at: marylamont.com

Services Description

Mary Lamont Band is a 5-piece band but we also work as quartet, trio, and duo.

We play upbeat original country and country-rock tunes plus traditional country and country-rock covers. This band is suitable for all ages: Mary goes over exceptionally well with everyone, from very small children to seniors. Even folks who don't like country come back for more -- Mary's energy level is infectious!

Thousands have seen Mary and her band performing multiple shows for many summers at the Jones Beach Boardwalk Bandshell, having just marked their 20th year at the venue. The band has graced the stage of the NYCB Theatre at Westbury (formerly Westbury Music Fair – opening for The Charlie Daniels Band, Delbert McClinton, Marshall Tucker Band), and headlined at the legendary IMAC Theater in Huntington (hosted by WFUV’s John Platt).

Other events include Resorts Casino, Jamaica (Queens) NY; Brookhaven National Lab’s Berkner Hall, Oysterfest in Oyster Bay, LI; Riverhead Country Fair; Chelsea Piers – NYC; Huntington Fall Festival; Westport’s Levitt Pavilion; Danbury City Center and many more!

REVIEWS

Can New Yorkers play country music? Yes, especially if you're talking about Canadian-born singer-songwriter Mary Lamont and her musical partner Jim Marchese. On the self-produced "How Lucky," Mary Lamont presents a mix of songs inspired by the struggles and joys of her life. There's plenty of twang, teardrops, hope and heart to satisfy discriminating country fans.
- ASCAP Audio Portraits / Behind the Beat

Mary Lamont will knock you off your barstool.
- Newsday

Mary Lamont came to Homegrown Music Café and delivered a tremendous, heartfelt performance that had the audience begging for more. From the first minute, right through to the last song, Mary had the audience in the palm of her hand and it was clear to see why she has won so many awards.
- Ralph Antignano, Producer- Homegrown Music Café

Standing room only, very energetic. Patrons were dancing in the aisles.
- Brentwood Library

The Mary Lamont Band really added to the excitement of our annual special event, Fleece Festival. They helped create a lively atmosphere worthy of a large venue, while developing a rapport with our community based audience. A real asset for organizations looking for a group that is professional, reliable, and willing to adapt to anything.
- Prospect Park Zoo

International alt-country star Mary Lamont and her crack band return in support of their latest CD.  - Long Island Press

Sophisticated, stylish and spirited. It's easy to see why Mary Lamont has created such a buzz from her live performances.  - Inside Connection

Very, very great. Wonderful voice.   - Radio VejleFjord, Denmark