Emerging from lockdown, Leith Ross transformed from a college grad into a beloved singer. Raised in a small town near Ottawa, Ross’s childhood was filled with music and despite their parents not being musicians, everything from Etta James to The Proclaimers filled their home, shaping Ross’s folk-infused songwriting. College marked a period of self-discovery, with Ross coming out as gay and later as trans. Their music, like the track “To Learn,” reflects the intense emotions and personal growth of that time. Now, Ross’s songs, rendered in folk-adjacent tones, resonate with vulnerability and authenticity. Rejecting the conventional career trajectory, Ross embraces their newfound fame with humility, amazed by the power of vulnerability in music. As they share their songs, Ross remains true to themselves, continually learning and growing along the way.
