Today we’d like to introduce you to Elizabeth Spaulding.
Hi Elizabeth , so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My journey into music actually started because I was goofing off in my 5th grade music class. My teacher called my parents because she wanted to tell them she thought I had a really great voice and she wishes I would take choir seriously because I could go far with my voice. Hearing that completely changed something in me. From that moment on, I threw myself into music through choir, show choir, church choir, and musical theater.
Music has always been part of my family, too. My grandpa was an incredible bluegrass banjo player, and growing up around that only fueled my love for performing.
I knew for a long time that I wanted to move to Nashville and pursue music, but first I took a more traditional path. I went to college, earned an accounting degree, and spent several years working as an accountant. Eventually, though, I realized I couldn’t ignore the dream I’d had since I was a kid. I made the move to Nashville, and today I’m fortunate to be a regular performer on Broadway, doing what I love.
In addition to performing, I’ve written over 100 original songs. Right now my focus is entertaining live audiences, but I hope to share my own music with the world in the future.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. Like many artists, I’ve faced setbacks, difficult working relationships, and moments where standing up for myself or others came at a personal cost. Those experiences have taught me a lot about resilience, professionalism, and the importance of staying true to my values.
One of my biggest personal challenges has been alcohol. The Broadway music scene can make drinking feel like part of the job, and for a long time I struggled to set healthy boundaries. Learning to prioritize my health and my career over that culture has been an ongoing journey, and I’m committed to making choices that allow me to be the best performer and person I can be.
Nashville is also an incredibly competitive city. With so many talented musicians and the way booking has shifted to management companies and booking platforms, earning opportunities isn’t always easy. It takes persistence, thick skin, and a willingness to keep showing up even when doors don’t open right away. Those challenges have only made me appreciate every stage I get to step on.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I’m a full time live performer on Broadway, where I get to do what I love most which is connecting with people through music. My band, Lizzie Paul & The Honkytonk Saints, plays everything from classic country to rock, pop, and crowd favorites. One of my favorite parts of performing is reading the room and creating an experience where everyone feels included, whether they’re singing along, dancing, or hearing a favorite song they didn’t expect.
I’m also a songwriter and have written over 100 original songs. While I don’t perform my originals in my Broadway shows just yet, songwriting has always been an important creative outlet for me, and I hope to share that side of my music more in the future.
What I’m most proud of is that I took a leap of faith and left a successful career in accounting to pursue the dream I’d had since I was a kid. It wasn’t the easy or expected path, but it was the right one.
I think what sets me apart is that I genuinely care about the people around me. Whether it’s my band, the venue staff, or the audience, I want people to leave feeling like they had a great experience. For me, it’s never just about singing songs, it’s about creating a fun, memorable atmosphere where people can forget about life for a few hours and simply enjoy themselves.
What’s next?
My goals have definitely evolved over the years. Of course, like many artists, I used to dream about becoming a huge star. But as I’ve grown, I’ve realized that success means something different to me now. I genuinely love performing live and connecting with audiences, so my biggest hope is to continue playing more venues and reaching more people through music.
I’m also excited to start sharing my original music. I’ve spent years writing songs, and I’d love to see them find a home, whether that’s me recording and performing them, another artist cutting them, or both. Opening for nationally touring artists and eventually going on tour myself are definitely goals I’d love to achieve.
At the end of the day, I just want to keep building a career doing what I love while staying true to who I am. If I can make a living through music, continue growing as an artist, and positively impact people through my performances and songwriting, I’ll consider that a success.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lpnashville?igsh=Mzlnd2J0MmxlNGZo&utm_source=qr
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- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@lizziespaulding1?si=A4vd7NnjUPngrMVv
