Vaughn Prangley is an 18-year-old South African singer-songwriter. Vaughn has disciplined roots in classical training and has been penning his own songs from the age of thirteen, where he felt the calling to venture outside the norms, break rules, and create a dynamic self-styled career and sound.
Vaughn is transparent with his emotions, successes, and failures, yet admits it’s not always easy laying your soul bare. To Vaughn music is more of an outlet than an escape, dealing with his emotions through music, not afraid to share how he feels. He rates vulnerability is important, but also affords him the opportunity to uplift, inspire and have fun with his listeners.
Vaughn’s music is hauntingly soulful and optimistic with simple guitar riffs. His debut single ‘Oasis’ reached number one on the Mix FM South African Top 40 in 2020, as well as position 26 on the Mix FM South African Top 50 for 2021. His debut EP ‘Where It Begins’ and song ‘Breathing’ furthermore secured him a finalist spot and honourable mention in the 2021 edition of the US Unsigned Only Music Competition.
In 2022 Vaughn released his debut album ‘Destination Unknown’, composed of ten emotively-driven songs hat spotlight Vaughn’s song writing style and melody making inspired by what he observed and experienced around him during the period of 2020 and 2021.
The songs explore themes of perseverance, self-growth, self-worth, and an appreciation of the here and now, rather than dwelling on the past or missing out on special moments by constantly looking ahead.
Vaughn’s creative process is influenced by what happens in his environment and ‘Destination Unknown’ tells a story of struggles and uncertainties, the happy and exciting moments; they are all there told as a melodic adventure. ‘Destination Unknown’ was produced by singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalists and producer Howie Combrink, and earned a SAMA Nomination for ‘Best Produced Album Of The Year’.
The song ‘Avalanche To The Sea’ also earned Vaughn another finalist spot in the 2022 edition of the US Unsigned Only Music Competition (taking 2nd place in the Teen Category). Vaughn furthermore took top honours in the International Songwriting Competition (ISC) for the song ‘Passing Seconds’, earning him a coveted win out of a staggering 21 000 entries. The track also held charting positions on the Mix FM South African Top 40 and 5fm Indie Chart.
Check out the video for ‘Passing Seconds’ below:
Check out the video for ‘Call Our Own’ below:
In 2023, Vaughn has over 20 new songs waiting in the wings, and his energy levels are soaring. From home rooftop gigs during COVID-19, to live radio and TV studio performances,
Vaughn Prangley is gearing up to take his sound to live audiences
“Getting out there, face-to-face with the people who support you is priceless. I can’t wait, bring on the gigs!”
There’s probably a lot that you don’t know about this talented South African singer-songwriter, but today my aim is to change that…
Here are 10 Interesting Facts About Vaughn Prangley
1. Vaughn was an A-grade student, who excelled academically.
2. He enjoys physical activity, and is particularly interested in gym and training.
3. Vaughn Prangley feels a special connection with the ocean and enjoys spending time by the water.
4. He is a very empathetic person, stating he is able to understand and share the feelings of others. This is what drives his to write and create music
5. Astrophysics, Psychology, and Human Behaviour are amongst his wide range of interests. He loves to ask questions and has always been a very curious person.
6. Vaughn Prangley is currently working on his Computer Science Engineering studies at the American University of Dubai.
7. Biology and the workings of the mind and body are also a big interest to him.
8. Presently Vaughn Prangley is in the Maldives recording music and creating his next album.
9. New places and cultures are things Vaughn loves to explore.
10. Vaughn Prangley is always looking for ways to give back to the community.
Well, there you have it, 10 Interesting Facts about Vaughn Prangley. I would like to thank him for giving us these facts and I wish him all of the best with his future musical endeavors.
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