Sarah McLachlan is a Canadian singer-songwriter whose emotive voice and introspective lyrics have resonated with listeners around the world.
Her breakthrough came with the 1997 album Surface, which included hits such as “Building a Mystery” and “Angel.”
McLachlan is also widely credited with founding Lilith Fair, a groundbreaking all-female music festival that redefined how female artists were viewed in the music industry in the late 1990s.
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- Full name: Sarah Ann MacLachlan
- Date of birth: January 28, 1968
- Age: 56 years old
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Occupation: Singer-songwriter, musician, producer
- Parents: Adoptive parents, Jack and Doris McLachlan
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Former spouse Ashwin Sood (1997-2008)
- Children: India Ann Sushil Sood, Taja Summer Sood
- Relationship status: Single
- Religion: Not applicable
- Race: Caucasian
- Net worth: $45 million
early life and education
Sarah McLachlan, 56, was born on January 28, 1968 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She was adopted shortly after birth and grew up in a conservative Canadian family.
Her early exposure to music included classical training at the Maritime Conservatoire, where she studied voice, piano and guitar.
As a teenager, she gained performance experience in a local band called The October Game, which paved the way for her eventual discovery by Nettwerk Music Group.
MacLachlan attended Queen Elizabeth High School in Halifax before furthering his music studies.
Although her specific religious beliefs are not recorded, her upbringing in Canada may have influenced her multicultural views.
personal life
McLachlan married her drummer Ashwin Sood in 1997, whom she met early in her career. The couple had two daughters, India Ann Sushil Sood and Taja Summer Sood, but divorced in 2008.
McLachlan has kept her personal life mostly private, focusing instead on her family and music. She talks openly about the joys and challenges of balancing motherhood with professional obligations.
Profession
McLachlan’s career began with her 1988 debut album “Touch”, but her international reputation was cemented with “Fumbling Towards Ecstasy” (1993) and “Surfaceing” (1997).
Her signature blend of folk, pop and atmospheric melodies captivated the audience. She also made history with Lilith Fair, an all-female music festival that spotlighted female artists and broke touring records.
During her career, MacLachlan has released several albums, including “Mirrorball” (1999), “Afterglow” (2003) and “Shine On” (2014).
Her contributions extend beyond music to include philanthropy, particularly her work with the Sarah MacLachlan School of Music, which provides free music education to underserved young people.
Awards
- 3 Grammy Awards
- 12 Juno Awards
- Order of Canada inductee
- Canadian Walk of Fame Inductees
net worth
Sarah McLachlan has an estimated net worth of $45 million.
Her wealth comes from album sales, concert tours and royalties. Lilith Fair also contributes to her earnings while further expanding her impact on the music industry.
social media
- Instagram: @officialsarahmclachlan
- Twitter: @SarahMcLachlan
discography
- “Shine” (2014)
- “Touch” (1988)
- “Comfort” (1991)
- “Fumbling toward ecstasy” (1993)
- “Surfacing” (1997)
- “Afterglow” (2003)
- “Winter Song” (2006)
