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1st Fridays Idol Winner: Kourtney Heart

Section: Entertainment

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Kourtney Heart is a 15 year-old phenom from New Orleans, LA. Singing since the age of 3, she has a voice and persona that extends far beyond her age. Her style is fresh and combines R&B and Pop with a good dose of Hip-Hop beats. Kourtney has been wowing audiences in talent shows, concerts, and club appearances with her powerful vocals and bubbly smiles.

Kourtney Heart is a dynamic, talented, vibrant, and beautiful young singer from New Orleans, LA. This prodigy began sharing her gift at the early age of 3 and has become one of the fastest rising stars in the Crescent City.

Kourtney is a gifted vocalist and performer, whose presence on stage is only matched by her powerfully magnetic personality. A native of Algiers and a student at Edna Karr Magnet High School; she is an active member of her church, Second Baptist, as well as a student leader in many youth organizations including Youthanasia, an advocacy group that focuses on providing young people with a host of positive activities. Kourtney uses her voice to entertain and as a conduit to raise the awareness of young people her age towards the issues they face today.

Kourtney is surrounded by a strong and motivating family of support that undoubtedly contributes to her well-grounded character. Encouraged by her family and peers, Kourtney faithfully works to pursue her dreams of a musical career. A beautiful personality coupled with a humble disposition destines her for greatness.

At 15, Kourtney already possess one of the most versatile and distinctive voices to be heard today. Her voice is youthful yet has such a level of complexity and maturity in its presentation that one would believe they were listening to someone twice her age. Dedicated and hard working, Kourtney continues to challenge herself to perfect her craft. With a fond and healthy attraction to a wide range of musical genres, Ms. Heart’s influences include talents such as Beyonce Knowles, Leona Lewis, Keisha Cole, Paramore and many others.

As a young performer she has already earned some stripes. On top of headlining her own concerts, Kourtney has sung the national anthem at the New Orleans Arena for a New Orleans Hornets game. She’s opened up for platinum-selling artist Kelly Prince, performed at the world-famous Tipitina’s, as well as multiple colleges, high schools, and churches throughout the metro New Orleans area. Kourtney has also been featured and had her music played on WQUE 93.3, WEZB 97.1, and KKND 102.9.

Blessed with beauty, style and the wisdom of an “OLD SOUL” Kourtney has remained true to herself, passionate about what she believes, and committed to being the best at what she does.

A growing momentum is developing behind this exceptional young talent, and Kourtney’s career is shaping into a framework for success. Captivating the “HEARTS” of all who witness her performances or hear her voice, you can be sure that Kourtney’s name will continue to create an excitement that is sure to continue to expand her fan base.

Look forward to hearing a great deal more of this emerging talent.

For more information log onto www.kourtneyheart.com or contact her management at 504.296.3209.

Bio, courtesy of http://www.reverbnation.com/kourtneyheart.

Check out the video to hear Kourtney sing "Spell It Out," the song that made her The 1st Fridays Idol:

CONGRATULATIONS, KOURTNEY!!

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