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Mon Hills artist Grace Campbell awarded best pop artist in Born & Bred’s 2024 reader’s poll

Grace Campbell

Grace Campbell, the rising pop sensation from Mon Hills, has been named Best Pop Artist in Born & Bred magazine’s highly anticipated 2024 Reader’s Poll. The prestigious honor celebrates Campbell’s growing influence in the music scene and her dynamic presence as an artist.

“Thank you to the readers of Born & Bred for selecting me as the 2024 pop artist of the year. I am grateful for your continued support and hope to make 2025 even better,” says Campbell.

Campbell, who released her highly anticipated debut album Bloom in March 2024, has quickly made her mark in the pop music world. The album was a commercial success, debuting at #32 on the iTunes Pop Chart, and has garnered critical acclaim for its fresh sound and heartfelt lyrics.

With a rapidly expanding fan base, Campbell’s rise to stardom is poised for even greater things. Upcoming performances and concert dates can be found on her official website at gracecampbellmusic.com.

Grace Campbell is signed to Mon Hills Records, an imprint of Mon Hills Music Group. Mon Hills Music Group serves as a collection of independent record labels and acts as the professional component of the West Virginia University Music Industry Program, directed by Prof. Darko Velichkovski, at the university’s College of Creative Arts. For more information on Grace Campbell and Mon Hills Music Group, please visit www.monhills.com.

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