From the beginning, as a little girl growing up in Southern California, Sue Paine’s life experiences ultimately shaped the inspired artist in her today. She prefers to let the music speak for her. With her first album, “Love Should Be Easy”, Sue has finally found the vehicle to tell her story.

Born into a family of musicians, Sue’s earliest influences came from the Big Band and Jazz era, such as the Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, The Andrews Sisters and the Kingston Trio, which were her Mother and Father’s favorites. She has an endearing connection with the old Swing/Jazz standards, remembering as a child when her mother would sing them while dancing all through their house. Sue’s overwhelming love and compassion for her family and friends, along with her God-given talent of music, is what makes Sue such an special artist. As she grew older, her influences came from such artists as Johnny Cash, The Pretenders, Joni Mitchell, Tom Petty and the Eagles. Her voice covers a wide range that is able to tap into each and every human emotion…drawing her audiences close while radiating her transcendent energy.

Although you would never know it if you met her on the street, Sue’s shy demeanor and fear of performing created a stress that was so great, it almost ended her career before it even began. But with a deep breath, while standing in front of a crowd, she took that leap of faith and strummed that first chord into what has become a very successful career. For the past 10 years, Sue has been perfecting and performing her songs in and around Los Angeles, including headlining shows at Hollywood’s Knitting Factory and Orange County’s famous staple, The Coach House. Recently, four of her original songs were chosen for an independent film entitled “Young, Single & Angry” and the film’s soundtrack will showcase her debut album’s title track. As Sue continues performing live, she also continues to write new songs for her sophomore release. She states, “’I’m writing all the time and after finally seeing the release of my first record, and performing that material live, I’m more inspired than ever with new ideas.”

With a melodic style and original sound that’s all her own, balanced by a now fearless on-stage persona, Sue Paine is one artist to watch out for. With her first album, “Love Should Be Easy”, Sue invites you into her heart and share the energy that comes from her truthful songs and soulful lyrics.

And…the truth will always set you free.

Hello my friends, family and fans! 

Well after a very long hiatus I have finally booked some shows here in lovely Orange County. Please check the "shows" page for details and directions. 

Currently I am working on my new album! I am so very excited about the new material I have written and hope to put a record out that appeals to many hearts and minds.   I'm working on title ideas, and of course I am open to your suggestions! Please post them on the GUEST BOOK  page, keep it clean people!!

My life has been filled with change since about the end of last year, but 2010 has some how trasnported me to an ambitious attitude driven by creating, learning, evolving and growing.  As soon as I can let you in on some of these changes in my life I will post here.

I have been working for a new company and having a blast! Finally a job that pays you to be yourself and have fun! What a concept. I am also working on a new company of my own and can't wait to be able to tell you about it.  Of course music is always at the forefront of everything I do, the driving force behind my life.

2010 is about change and gratitude for me, so I would like to send a big thank you to my family.  First my parents: As I get older I realize how important these two beautiful people are to me.  I guess somewhere along the way we take our parents for granted sometimes.  I have now learned to appreciate everything about them and love them with all my heart.  Their musical backgrounds have paved the way for my music and I thank them for this gift.  Next on the list is my brother Timothy Paine.  What a great guy!!  I often hear about siblings not getting along or not speaking for years.  Fortunately my brother and I are very close and are each others confidant.  I couldnt' do all this with out his brilliant mind and logical approach to life.  He is a true gem and Gemini!  thanks Brother Paine for always taking care of your pesky little sister!!

Ok, more to come in this incredible Universe.  Stay tuned!!


Peace be with you!!

Sue Paine