Shantell Ogden – photo by Angie Miller
Artist Name: Shantell Ogden
Hometown: Richfield, UT
What project(s) are you currently working on?
I just released my new single “Breaking Something Wild” – it’s about a cowgirl who falls in love, but stays true to herself. I’m also getting ready for a UK tour in September I’m really excited about. I’m also always working on licensing music through my sync company – SO-Sync.com for film/TV.
What inspired you to pursue a career in music and when did you know?
I have always been a storyteller, and I’ve always loved music. We always had the radio on at the farm growing up. When I tried bringing storytelling and music together in 2002, I found it was like pulling on a pair of comfortable boots…it just fit. It was at that time that I knew I would pursue music.
If you weren’t pursuing a career in music, what would you be doing for a living?
I actually have a job doing change management for a steady paycheck, and I love it because it is basically storytelling for businesses. Right up my alley as a songwriter!
What is your favorite downtime activity?
I love ‘cuddle sessions’ with my fur kid Thelma Lu. We just watch TV together sometimes and it’s the best.
Who is your biggest celebrity crush?
Andrew Walker is in a lot of my favorite Hallmark movies, and he has a nice smile.
Who is your favorite sports team(s)?
I went to school in Boston at Berklee College of Music and I’ll always have a soft spot in my heart for the Boston Red Sox.
What is the last movie that you watched?
Maverick – I loved the original Top Gun and still watch it every year.
What is the last album you listened to?
I’m more of a song kind of person, rather than an album person, and I really like the new Scotty McCreery “Damn Strait.”
If you could only listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be?
It would have to be a mix tape with some of my favorite songs.