Photo courtesy of Staci Leigh Earl
Singer Staci Leigh Earl has her new single out this fall.
Singer Staci Leigh Earl, a Hoover resident, regularly performs at venues across Hoover, the 280 corridor and surrounding areas with Blue Moon Duet. She recently released her first solo single.
Q: Where is home for you and where did you grow up?
A: I live in Hoover and have lived here since 2019 and I love it. I grew up in Fultondale.
Q: Tell us about your first music gig.
A: Oh, I was 19 and my boyfriend played in a band at the time. They were playing at Pinson Valley High School, and I sang four songs with them that night. I was so happy, even though it was not a paying gig. I was on top of the world!
Q: Who inspired you, and influenced you in music?
A: Women singers such as Pat Benatar, Blondie, Bonnie Raitt, Madonna, Cyndi Lauper and many others.
Q: If people want to come see you perform, where can they find you?
A: I play in Blue Moon Duet with my duo partner Alan Ashman. We play in Hoover at Phil Sandoval’s Mexican Restaurante in Brock’s Gap and at Moss Rock Preserve. In Pelham we play at Margarita Grill, and on 280 we play at Courtyard 280 Oyster Bar and Grill. Downtown we just played a new gig at Magnolia Point Restaurant. We have played other venues like Rio’s Bar & Grill in Helena and Blues Bourbon & Brews in Pelham for a benefit show. We also played a private fundraiser in McCalla and a benefit at TPs in Kimberly. We enjoy playing gigs, and we also try to participate in benefits for other musicians facing health issues or for nonprofits raising money for a cause. We can also play for private events such as dinner parties, showers, rehearsal dinners or other gatherings.
We love making music and enjoy sharing our cover songs with audiences.
Q: What are some of your favorite songs to perform?
A: “Leather and Lace” by Buckingham Nicks, “Dust in the Wind” by Kansas, “Cruel Summer” by Bananarama, “I Can’t Make You Love Me” by Bonnie Raitt, and “Diary of Jane” by Breaking Benjamin.
Q: What about your original music?
A: I recently recorded a song called “Bleeding.” This song was released to all streaming platforms on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025. It is a country/rock ballad. My next single will be called “Lost,” and it is about feeling like you have no place to call home after a divorce and hoping for a fairytale relationship.
Q: Where can people find your music online?
A: The first single “Bleeding” can be found on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music and YouTube. I sing under Staci Leigh, which is my first and middle name.
Q: What does life look like for you right now?
A: Exciting! I enjoy singing with Blue Moon Duet and recording songs. I also enjoy time with my daughters and granddaughters. I work full time, so I am very busy. It keeps life fun to have a lot going on. I have many friends and family members who encourage me.
Q: So, you have a day job as well?
A: Yes, I work full time and play with Blue Moon Duet in the evenings and on weekends.
Q: How can people follow you on social media?
A: Facebook — Blue Moon Duet has a music page. We post regularly about where we will be playing. That is the best way to know where to find us. We will be setting up more social media and a website soon, but right now I am just excited about the new song and the next one that will be coming out.
