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Megan & Liz 
From left : Liz, Megan, under Chicago's Cloud Gate in 2009.Background information Origin Edwardsburg, Michigan, United States Genres Pop, acoustic pop, teen pop Years active 2007–present Labels Collective Sounds Associated acts Boyce Avenue, Plain White T's, Tiffany Alvord, Memphis High, Action Item Band Website www.meganandliz.com Members Megan Mace
Liz MaceMegan and Liz (commonly stylized as Megan & Liz) are an American pop girl band composed of fraternal twin sisters, Megan and Liz Mace, from Edwardsburg, Michigan. They are both songwriters, and Megan additionally plays guitar.
The duo gained its popularity from the video-sharing website YouTube where they posted their first videos in 2007. [1]
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Early life
Megan McKinley Mace and Elizabeth Morgan Mace were born on November 21, 1992 in Indiana. Megan is one minute older than Liz.[2] Megan learned to play guitar in 2005 and plays in all but 18 of their videos.
Their first video on YouTube was titled "This Note", a song they wrote when they were just 15. [3] Their first cover was of "Ain't No Mountain High Enough", made famous by Diana Ross. Their first song with a live guitar accompaniment was "I Am One of Them" by Aly & AJ in 2008. Eighteen original songs have since appeared on YouTube as of early September 2011. [4]
Currently, their YouTube channel has over 500,000 subscribers, over 9 million channel views as well as over 93 million video views total. They are also the 33rd most subscribed music channel on YouTube. [5]
Music career
Early videos
The duo have been posting song covers and original songs on YouTube since 2007. Their first EP, "All Of Our Boyfriends" was released on Amazon.com on December 9, 2009. As of June 2009, they have been releasing studio recordings of their original songs, as well as covers, on iTunes.
In 2009, Megan and Liz entered an Oxford Film Festival contest and won the chance to be the opening act for recording artist Savannah Outen on July 26 in West Chester, Ohio.
The beginning
In October 2009, the duo appeared on the Oprah television program.[6] They were told to be video chatting to a producer about an appearance but they actually video chatted with Oprah while interviewing Taylor Swift. The twins met Taylor Swift at one of Swift's concerts in Chicago a short while later.
In the summer of 2010, they met with The Summer Set, a boy band from Scottdale, Arizona. Their cover of "Teenage Dream" by Katy Perry with Brian Dales and Josh Gomez of the band went on YouTube on August 3.[7]
Megan & Liz met with the Plain White T's in early 2011 for a collaboration on their song, Rhythm of Love. This cover was released on YouTube. A studio version without the Plain White T's was released on iTunes on January 27, 2011.[8]
In 2011, they had a cameo in Justin Bieber's documentary movie, Never Say Never (the movie). One of their videos appeared in a fan montage during the movie.
They have appeared on one tour as an opening act for the band Boyce Avenue, alongside Tiffany Alvord, a fellow YouTube artist.
Present
On April 22, 2011, the twins announced that they would perform at the Totally Tube concert, held in Westbury, New York on May 22, 2011.[9][10] There, they joined the likes of Kurt Schneider, Tiffany Alvord, Joseph Vincent, Kait Weston, and Jenna Rose, all of whom have gained popularity from YouTube.
The duo released their first music video on May 20, 2011 [11] of their original song, "Happy Never After." Since then they have posted 5 original and official videos.
Since moving to Nashville, Tennessee, the duo has been added to Nashville Hootenanny's 'Teen Hoot' roster, where local artists perform for a crowd of teens at Westwood Studios. Megan and Liz have appeared in June 26, 2011 and August 20, 2011 performances and will continue to play both covers and original songs for further shows.[12] In the August 20 show, they dueted with "Need Your Poison" co-writers Memphis High.
Their second music video, "Rest of You", was released on June 17, 2011.[13] The video was shot in their hometown of Edwardsburg with several of their friends. Views of Lake Michigan are also seen in the video. The single was released two days prior to the music video's release on YouTube and Celebuzz.
On July 13, 2011, Megan and Liz were featured in Lady Antebellum's webisode series, where they briefly sang "Just a Kiss" by the popular country band, along with other YouTube artists.[14]
In the beginning of August 2011, Megan and Liz debuted their new single, "Here I Go", on Celebuzz!. The song was co-written by the girls and Paula Winger.[15]
In late August 2011, the twins released their original song, "Run Away", along with a corresponding music video. The girls co-wrote the song with Alexz Johnson and Jimmy Robbins. The video was shot at Edwin Warner Park in Nashville.[16]
Their latest original song, "World's Gunna End" was released on September 6th, 2011, with the accompanying music video being released on September 12th. Megan and Liz co-wrote the song back in the May of 2011 with songwriter and music producer Chris Sernel.[17] The girls, along with their video producer (who had appeared in the "Here I Go" music video), visited over thirty locations in Nashville to shoot the many alternating scenes in the video.[18] The girls released an acoustic version of the song as a free download on their Facebook fan page on October 3.[19]
On August 27, 2011, Megan & Liz announced that there were soon going on tour with the band Action Item.[20][21]
In June 2011, the girls announced that they had officially begun production on their debut album, to be released in the spring of 2012.[22] In early September 2011, Megan revealed on her official Twitter account that they will be releasing a Christmas EP before the release of their debut album.[23] Their EP, A Twinning Christmas, is to be released online (digitally on iTunes and Amazon MP3) on November 15, 2011.[24] Their first original Christmas song, "It's Christmas Time", was released on November 8th.
In mid-September 2011, Megan & Liz announced that they were heading to Los Angeles, California to shoot multiple music videos. One of them was for an original song, "Are You Happy Now?" (co-written with Paula Winger), which was directed by Shenae Grimes of 90210. This song was also recorded for the Do Something organization against bullying.[25] The single was released on October 8, 2011. The music video premiered on Teen.com on October 17, 2011. The website had been promoting Megan & Liz the week prior, including releasing exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of the video shoot with Grimes, premiering a video teaser, and hosting a giveaway of some of the props used in the official video.[26][27]
Screen shots have been released regarding one of their future original songs, "Old School Love."[28] The filming of the video was completed on October 1, 2011.[29] The duo performed another unreleased song, titled "Switch Hearts", at a show at Michigan State University in late October.
As of fall 2011, Megan & Liz are under the management of The Firm, an entertainment and talent agency. Their current manager discovered them after seeing the YouTube video of their cover, "Here We Go Again", originally sung by Demi Lovato.[30]
They have recently posted the "Are You Happy Now?" music video, lyric video, and a series of covers. They are excited to see their fans progress along with them.
Personal life
Both of the girls attended Edwardsburg High School in Michigan, where they were both cheerleaders. After their relocation to Tennessee, they returned to Michigan to graduate with their class in June of 2011.
Liz is a vegetarian.[31] She can also play a little bit of piano and is currently attempting to learn the guitar in her spare time.[32]
The twins have met and collaborated with several other fellow YouTube artists, such as Memphis High, Emily Harder, Hayley Stayner, Boyce Avenue, and Tiffany Alvord. They have also listed YouTube artist Christina Grimmie as one of their inspirations.
Other inspirations of the Mace twins include Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Demi Lovato, Katy Perry and Aly & AJ.
Megan & Liz also have one pet, a cat named Addy. They teamed up with Friskies to raise $1,000 for the Friends for Dearborn Animal Shelter during the 2010 holiday season. The donation was awarded when their holiday jingle video surpassed 100,000 views after 18 days.[33]
As of May 2011, the sisters have relocated to Nashville, Tennessee to pursue more music opportunities.[34][35] They now release their singles through Collective Sounds.[36]
The duo also have a beauty channel on YouTube where they post videos that focus on hair, makeup, and style, as well as aspects of inner beauty.[37]
In 2011, Megan & Liz attended the annual Teen Vogue Young Hollywood party held at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles, CA.
Discography
Megan & Liz have released two EPs, their first EP is available for online download through Amazon.com and iTunes. It contained all original songs. Their self-titled second EP was only available to purchase on tour in February 2011. This EP contained three covers, as well as two original songs. Their cover "Your Guardian Angel" on the EP was previously unreleased and has not been released online.
EP Information All of Our Boyfriends [38] - Released: December 9, 2009 (U.S.)
- Label: Unsigned
- Tracklisting:
- 1. Maybe, Possibly
- 2. Love War
- 3. Homerun
- 4. Indescribable
- 5. Fairytale Man
- Note:
- Online download only.
Megan & Liz [39] A Twinning Christmas [42] - Released: November 15, 2011 (U.S.)
- Label: Collective Sounds
- Tracklisting:
- TBA
Singles
- July 2008: "6th Sense"
- October 2010: "Need Your Poison" (featuring Memphis High)
- November 2010: "All We Have Again"
- January 2011: "Rhythm of Love" (Plain White T's cover)
- February 2011: "Grenade" (Bruno Mars cover)
- May 2011: "Just a Kiss" (Lady Antebellum cover)
- May 2011: "Happy Never After"
- May 2011: "Hummingbird Heartbeat" (Katy Perry cover)
- June 2011: "California King Bed" (Rihanna cover)
- June 2011: "Enchanted" (Taylor Swift cover)
- June 2011: "Rest of You"
- July 2011: "How to Love" (Lil Wayne cover)
- July 2011: "Maybe, Possibly 2.0"
- July 2011: "Best Thing I Never Had" (Beyonce cover)
- July 2011: "Here I Go"
- July 2011: "Skyscraper" (Demi Lovato cover)
- August 2011: "Love You Like a Love Song" (Selena Gomez & the Scene cover)
- August 2011: "Run Away"
- August 2011: "Wannabe" (with Tiffany Alvord) (Spice Girls cover)
- September 2011: "World's Gunna End"
- September 2011: "Stereo Hearts" (Gym Class Heroes cover)
- October 2011: "Are You Happy Now?"
- November 2011: "It's Christmas Time"
Tour
In mid-January, the Mace twins announced they would be special guests along with Tiffany Alvord on tour with the band Boyce Avenue. They will be on tour from February 11 to February 27. On March 1 they announced that they will open for Boyce Avenue in two more shows at the end of the month. The dates are below:[43]
Date Location Venue Boyce Avenue Tour February 11, 2011 Vancouver, BC Venue February 12, 2011 Seattle, WA Vera Project February 15, 2011 San Francisco, CA Great American Music Hall February 17, 2011 Los Angeles, CA The Roxy February 19, 2011 Phoenix, AZ The Duce February 21, 2011 Dallas, TX House of Blues February 22, 2011 Austin, TX Emo's February 23, 2011 Houston, TX House of Blues February 27, 2011 Orlando, FL Plaza Theatre March 27, 2011 Chicago, IL Bottom Lounge March 28, 2011 Ann Arbor, MI The Blind Pig In late August, Megan & Liz announced that they will be opening for Action Item on their upcoming, "The Stronger The Love" tour, along with The After Party. They will appear in eight shows. [44]
Date Location Venue The Stronger The Love Tour November 11, 2011 St. Louis, MO Cicero's November 12, 2011 Nashville, TN Rocketown November 13, 2011 Atlanta, GA Vinyl November 15, 2011 Pompano Beach, FL Rocketown November 16, 2011 Orlando, FL The Social November 18, 2011 Greensboro, NC Greene St Club November 19, 2011 Vienna, VA Jammin Java November 20, 2011 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom References
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- ^ Megan & Liz official YouTube account. http://www.youtube.com/meganandliz
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- ^ Johnson, Katie (7 November 2009). "New sensations: Mace sisters appear on Oprah, seek record deal". Niles Daily Star. http://www.nilesstar.com/2009/11/07/new-sensations-mace-sisters-appear-on-oprah-seek-record-deal/. Retrieved 25 June 2010.
- ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLSyYhrgdOo
- ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvZfBobWAhE&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL
- ^ Megan & Liz' official Twitter account. http://twitter.com/meganandliz/status/61480054160502784
- ^ http://www.livenation.com/event/00004693A34A8D30?artistid=1543851&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1
- ^ http://www.facebook.com/MeganandLiz
- ^ Note: "Megan and Liz" under "Hoot Artists" section. http://nashvillehootenanny.com/
- ^ Ferguson, Wes. "Megan & Liz Debut "Rest of You" Music Video." http://www.celebuzz.com/2011-06-17/celebuzz-exclusive-megan-liz-debut-rest-of-you-music-video-video/
- ^ "Lady Antebellum - Webisode Wednesday - Episode 157". http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-4SIh2ISRQ&feature=channel_video_title
- ^ "Twin Singing Sensations Megan & Liz Debut ‘Here I Go’ (VIDEO)". Wes Ferguson. Celebuzz!. 2011-08-02. http://www.celebuzz.com/2011-08-01/twin-singing-sensations-megan-liz-debut-here-i-go-video/. Retrieved 2011-08-06.
- ^ "Megan & Liz Debut Beautiful Ballad 'Run Away' (VIDEO)". Wes Ferguson. Celebuzz!. 2011-08-22. http://www.celebuzz.com/2011-08-22/megan-liz-debut-beautiful-ballad-run-away-video/. Retrieved 2011-08-31.
- ^ "First Look: Megan & Liz Debut 'World's Gunna End' (VIDEO). Celebuzz. http://www.celebuzz.com/2011-09-12/first-look-megan-liz-debut-worlds-gunna-end-video/
- ^ Description box on the official "World's Gunna End" YouTube video page. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsujKFpEY70
- ^ Megan & Liz official Facebook page. "Megan & Liz Signup". Retrieved 10-03-2011. http://www.facebook.com/#!/MeganandLiz?sk=app_182362521838114
- ^ Mace, Megan. Official Twitter. http://twitter.com/#!/officialMegann/status/107577666290450433
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- ^ "UpdatePalooza from Megan and Liz". Megan & Liz Official YouTube channel. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5Qgyy-QBrc&feature=channel_video_title
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- ^ "Megan and Liz Tour Update...and 'It's Christmas Time' preview!" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kmL3TPhQQc. Retrieved 11-07-2011.
- ^ "Update Time." Megan & Liz Official YouTube account. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qH9TSla8O8M
- ^ Longman, Haley. "Exclusive Video: Teaser Clip for Megan and Liz Video, Are You Happy Now?". http://www.teen.com/megan-liz-are-you-happy-now-video-teaser/
- ^ Teen.com staff. "Enter to Win a CD Signed by Megan and Liz and Shenae Grimes." http://www.teen.com/saturday-swag-win-cd-signed-by-megan-and-liz-shenae-grimes-giveaway/
- ^ Megan & Liz official Facebook account.http://www.facebook.com/MeganandLiz
- ^ http://twitter.com/#!/officialMegann/status/120359647424159744
- ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OC8loHIL0lsMegan & Liz are sitting in the agency's office in the video.
- ^ Liz Mace's Formspring. http://www.formspring.me/LizMace/q/1964460365
- ^ Megan and Liz's Ustream. http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/11788591
- ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAhRlTpzZog&feature=channel_video_title
- ^ Megan & Liz' official UStream video. 04/02/11. http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/13734477
- ^ Whitehouse, Beth (May 17, 2011). "Top young YouTube stars come to Westbury". Explore Li - Kids. Newsday. http://long-island.newsday.com/kids/top-young-youtube-stars-come-to-westbury-1.2873203. Retrieved August 4, 2011.
- ^ "Megan & Liz" at Last.fm. http://www.last.fm/music/Megan%2B%2526%2BLiz
- ^ Megan and Liz Beauty Channel. YouTube. http://www.youtube.com/meganandlizBEAUTY
- ^ http://www.amazon.com/All-Of-Our-Boyfriends/dp/B0030GA5D8/ref=sr_shvl_album_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1299988449&sr=301-2
- ^ a b http://twitter.com/officialLizz/status/38339579194900480
- ^ http://twitter.com/officialLizz/status/38355652720078848
- ^ http://twitter.com/officialLizz/status/38350434309509120
- ^ "Megan and Liz Tour Update...and 'It's Christmas Time' preview!" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kmL3TPhQQc. Retrieved 11-07-2011.
- ^ http://meganandlizfans.com/tour-dates
- ^ Tour dates. http://www.actionitemband.com/
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