Lee DeWyze announced today via video, that he has been signed by Vanguard Records. “I feel blessed and honored to be on a label like Vanguard,” he said.

“I’ve never felt better about being in a place that I am right now.” said Lee, “I don’t think I could have asked for anything better.”

Vanguard is also home to artists such as Chris Isaak, Indigo Girls, Matt Nathanson and Merle Haggard.

“This is a huge step and a huge leap forward in what’s going to happen,” Lee added, “I can’t wait for you all to be there with me.”

Lee plans on releasing a single and album early this year. “You are all going to be pleasantly surprised when you hear this album,” Lee said. “I couldn’t be any more excited than I am right now.”

Lee had released Live it Up with 19R/Sony after his American Idol season 9 win, but was dropped the following year after slow sales and his singles failed to gain traction on radio.

 
  • http://twitter.com/Barb0603 Barbara Rodriguez

    I am sooooo happy for Lee !!!! Vanguard could only do better promoting Lee and his beautiful voice than RCA ( they were awful no support at all ) I truly hope that 2013 is Lee’s year !!!

  • http://twitter.com/chipkate Kathy

    I am so happy for Lee being signed with Vanguard Records. No one is more deserving. This young man works so diligently and tirelessly putting  it all out there for his fans and FamiLee. I am so thankful for Lee’s music and the fact it brought me to the FamiLee. I truly believe this new album will signify who Lee DeWyze is! Watch out world cuz a “STAR IS BORN”. Vanguard you are truly blessed to have Lee under your wing-he will make you proud as he has all of us.I have never been so inspired by an artist before as with Lee. His songwriting speaks to my heart and his voice sings to my soul!!