Laura Marling performs live in The Current studio

by Jill Riley

The Current: Live Performances

  1. Listen Laura Marling performs live in The Current studio

    Dec 6, 2011

At just 21 years old, English folk singer Laura Marling has already released her third full-length album, "A Creature I Don't Know." With her first two albums nominated for the Mercury Prize, she's already accomplished a lot at a young age.

Her latest album centers on a theme of dark and light, right and wrong while attempting to answer the age-old questions: Why are we here? What is our purpose?

Songs performed: "The Muse," "Sophia," and "Night After Night."

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  • Laura Marling performs live in The Current studios Armed with strong folk influences, an acoustic guitar, and her delicate yet growling voice, Laura Marling has made a name for herself in England, joining the ranks of Adele, Lily Allen, and Kate Nash. Her most recent release, "Alas, I Cannot Swim" was nominated for a Mercury Prize, and she's only 18 years old.