Skylar Laine

Skylar Laine (born Skylar Laine Harden; February 1, 1994) is an American singer from Brandon, Mississippi. She placed fifth on the eleventh season of American Idol.

Early life Laine was born on February 1, 1994, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Ed and Mary Harden. She was raised in nearby Brandon, and graduated from Brandon High School a year early. Her musical influences are Miranda Lambert, Waylon Jennings and George Jones.

American Idol

Overview Laine auditioned in Houston, Texas. In the semi-finals she performed "Stay with Me" by Faces. She was one of the top five female vote getters and advanced to the top 13. She is the second finalist from Mississippi; the first was Jasmine Murray from American Idol season 8.

Performances/results When Ryan Seacrest announced the results for this particular night, Laine was among the Bottom 3, but was declared safe first. Due to the judges using their one save on Jessica Sanchez, the Top 7 remained intact for another week.

Post Idol She took part in the American Idols LIVE! Tour 2012, which began July 6, 2012, and ran till September 21, 2012.

It was announced on November 17, 2012, that Laine had signed with 19 Entertainment's management and had moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to work on her debut album. She has worked with songwriters such as Nathan Chapman, Brett James, Hillary Lindsey, Luke Laird, and Chris Tompkins. She also debuted an original song called "Settle Down," written by herself, Chris DeStefano and Anne Preven.

On July 10, 2015, her debut album, Dirt Covered Lace, was released.

Discography Albums Dirt Covered Lace (2015)

Extended plays Title Details Peak chartpositions Sales US American Idol Season 11 HighlightsRelease date: July 3, 2012 Label: 19 Recordings Formats: CD 64 12 US: 33,000