Summer Brennan is an 19-year-old singer-songwriter from Orange County, California.

Summer Brennan, an 19-year-old singer-songwriter from Orange County, California, is making waves with her captivating music. She first began honing her songwriting and production skills during the pandemic, leading to the creation of her breakout single, Boy, which earned her a spot as a weekly winner in the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Now, six years later, Summer continues to captivate audiences as a powerful performer and emerging songwriter.

Drawing inspiration from iconic artists like Taylor Swift, Stevie Nicks, Maggie Rogers, and Holly Humberstone, Summer’s unique blend of writing and vocal style reflects a deep emotional resonance. With a voice that’s both haunting and soothing, she beautifully captures the rollercoaster of self-discovery as a teenager navigating the complexities of modern life. Her lyrics are raw and relatable, offering a window into her personal journey through relationships, insecurities, and the challenges of growing up. Summer’s songwriting maturity and sonic sophistication stand out, setting her apart as an artist to watch.

- 2025 YoungArts Winner with Distinction Voice/Popular
- 2024 American Songwriter Contest Winner in Teen Category
- 2024 YoungArts Winner - Two Categories in Voice: Pop & Singer-Songwriter
- 2024 Song Academy UK International Songwriting Contest - Winner
- 2022 West Coast Songwriter Competition – Winner
- 2024 International Acoustic Music Awards - Best Female Artist
- 2024 Songwriter Universe Monthly Winner
- 2024 American Songwriter Contest - Winner TBD
- 2024 John Lennon Songwriting Contest - Finalist - Rock Category
- 2024 Orange County Register Artist of the Year - Semi-finalist
- 2023, 2024 Music Center Spotlight Preliminary Finalist
- 2024, 2023 International Songwriting Contest (ISC) - Finalist, Honorable Mention
- 2024, 2023, 2022 Unsigned Only International Song Contest - Finalist Teen Category
- 2023, 2022 Song Academy UK International Contest – Finalist
- 2022 International Songwriting Contest (ISC) Semi-Finalist
- 2022 USA Songwriting Contest, Pop Category Finalist
- 2024 New Roots Empower – Women’s Songwriter Intensive
- 2023 Briidge App and She Is The Music - Collaborator - Songwriter
- 2023 Music Forward Foundation Industry Pick
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