LaRue was an American Christian music band formed by siblings Phillip and Natalie LaRue. The singer-songwriter duo originated in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2000. Phillip was 17 years old and Natalie 15 when they came out with their first album LaRue.
The band worked together for a period of nearly three years before they broke up. According to Natalie LaRue, this was because of family reasons. A few years later, both pursued solo musical careers.
Band members Phillip LaRue - vocals, guitar Natalie LaRue - vocals
History They were home-schooled as teenagers, and Philip's passion for playing the guitar and Natalie's for singing brought them closer. They began writing and composing songs together. They performed in local groups and churches and were encouraged to pursue a musical career. Motivated by this, the duo recorded a demo CD with the help of a local producer. It was then sent to some Christian music executives and was accepted by the Reunion label. The family then moved from Phoenix to Nashville, where the duo worked together on their first album. On February 8, 2000, their debut album LaRue was released with the songs having a Christian-alternative vibe. The band began leaning towards alternative rock as their third and final album Reaching came out. Released October 8, 2002, it depicted the harmony in the band's voice and was critically acclaimed.
After this, however, both got married and decided it would be best to focus on family life. After a short break, they pursued solo musical careers.
Discography As LaRue YearTitle1999 Waiting Room (Maxisingle)2000LaRue (Reunion)2001Transparent (Reunion)2002Reaching (Reunion)
From Phillip LaRue YearTitle2009Let The Road Pave Itself [BEC]6 Strings And 88 Keys [BEC]2018The Meaning [Above Ground/Tone Tree Music]
From Natalie LaRue YearTitle2012Even Now EP
Compilation contributions Left Behind: The Movie Soundtrack (2000) - "Fly" (from Transparent) Soul Lift (Flicker, 2001) - "He Is Lord", "King Of My Life" (Natalie with T-Bone) The Message: Psalms (eb+flo, 2005) - "How Faithful You Are (Psalm 89)" by Phillip LaRue; "Who Can Compare With God (Psalm 113)" by Natalie LaRue
Tours Rebecca St. James' Transform Tour with Tree63 and FuseBox
References
External links Phillip at MySpace LaRue at christianitytoday.com LaRue at Jesus Freak Hideout
Interviews Jesus Freak Hideout interview Best of friends Where Are You, God?