A dynamic couple who incorporates soul, folk, and creativity into their craft of songwriting as they paint pictures of life experiences with their music.  They have been described as creative, artful, and honest.  A refreshing blend of styles that gives a modern take on folk music.

 

Meagen Moody grew up in Goldendale, WA in a musical family. Some of her earliest memories are listening to her dad sing and play his guitar. That influence, along with her mother encouraging her to take piano lessons, started her on musical path in life. Her years at Goldendale High School were spent playing clarinet in concert and pep band. Meagen's dad was the one who taught her guitar during her high school years before she graduated in 2004.

 

Chad Moody grew up in Battle Creek, Michigan, the home of Kellogg's and Post Cereal Companies.  At 16, Chad picked up his mom's old nylon string guitar and began learning a few chords.  As a self taught guitar player, Chad began putting words to chords and going out performing his songs as the lead member of an acoustic duo at coffee shops and other venues.

 

Chad and Meagen met in Monterrey, Mexico where they were both doing volunteer work for an international missions group.  After getting married in November of 2006, Meagen and Chad spent three years with the not-for-profit organization Musicians For Missions, which is based in Santa Fe, New Mexico.  Their travels took them and their music to Thailand, India, Honduras, Mexico, Ecuador, The Philippines, and on various US based tours.

 

Meagen began putting words and melodies to her experiences.  In May, 2009 Meagen released her first full length, studio album called "Notes To The Author" including 10 original songs that are written, arranged, and performed by Meagen. Meagen says “it has always been a dream of mine to make a CD and I feel like these 10 songs were all born out of the experiences that The Almighty has given me during my life".

 

Currently planted in the Pacific Northwest Chad and Meagen continue to write and perform together at various festivals, venues, cafes, and events.  The couple has always maintained their position in regards to their style and original music: "we have never set out to get rich and famous, but rather to write songs and play music that people enjoy listening to."

 

 

 

"Chad and Meagen Moody bring a very thoughtful style to their performance. The music is deep and lush and it truly captivates the listener. The time honored  tradition of the singer/songwriter is done a great service by the Moody's. I look forward to booking them in the future."  - Michael Marshall, Pastor of Youth Ministries

 

“Chad and Meagen bring a thoughtful performance that will really touch your heart. Their music will get to your heart and move you in ways you won’t expect. I would highly recommend Chad and Meagen."  - Jim Augustine

 

 

“Perfect fit…that is what Chad and Meagen were at the Enumclaw Wine & Chocolate Festival. The two were extremely easy to work with and were the perfect entertainment choice for filling the vision of providing smooth and enjoyable background music. Patrons of the event raved about the beautiful sounds that filled the room while they perused the venue sipping wine and paring with their favorite chocolate. I have no hesitation in bringing them back or re-hiring them for a future event. Thank you Chad and Meagen!!”- Rene’ Popke, Enumclaw Wine & Chocolate Festival Event Coordinator

"If you like fresh sounding new music that is not "overly processed" that is not media, big music industry driven, this CD is for you. Meagen has a unique way of sharing heart felt lyrics with fresh melodies to create a cd that is great for contemplative listening. Her stellar guitar work as well as her unique chord choices round out this very well done CD. In short, this is a very well done grass roots CD that is very deep and rich in content with high quality musicianship."
-Chris Price
Musician

 

"Musically, a very smooth sound, produced with a mix of simplicity and understated compexity. This album is one of those which just gets better and better with each listening."
-Ron Barry

 

"I found 'Notes to the Author' beautifully crafted, artful and dynamic; featuring soulful guitar with excellent tone, highlighted by Meagan's pleasant, rich voice.  Each track stands as an individual piece while meshing together to make a complete album.  A new favorite in my extensive collection of music!"
~Melissa Kadinger
Musician, Song Writer

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