Morgan Perry debuts with a Carly Simon cover and joins PLA Media

Texas singer-songwriter Morgan Perry has released her debut single, a rootsy take on Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain,” while signing with PLA Media for broader national promotion. Her follow-up single, “These Days,” is slated for release later this fall.

Why it matters: - Morgan Perry is moving from emerging artist to active rollout, pairing a debut release with new publicity support from PLA Media. - The launch gives Perry a national platform ahead of her original music, which she has been developing for two years. - The release also signals a clear artistic lane: Texas roots, classic songwriting influences, and harmony-driven country-pop.

What happened: - Rising singer-songwriter Morgan Perry released her debut single, a twangy version of Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain,” on September 14. - The song is available on Spotify, Apple Music and other major streaming platforms. - Perry also partnered with PLA Media, the marketing and publicity firm led by Pam Lewis, to expand her audience nationwide. - The announcement described Perry as an 8th-generation Texan.

The details: - Eric Paul produced the track. - Perry said she admires Simon’s strength as a woman and her willingness to keep performing despite fears and anxiety. - Perry and Paul chose “You’re So Vain” as the first release to introduce her before original music arrives. - Perry said she is honored to work with Pam Lewis and the PLA Media team and values the personal connection between the two teams. - Lewis said she became interested after Paul called about Perry and shared tracks for feedback. - Lewis said Perry has a unique sound and said she is glad to help build Perry’s story. - Perry’s musical background includes choir, dance and musical theater, which helped build her stage confidence. - Perry grew up soundtracked by country music and classic rock during custody exchanges between Austin and Dallas. - Her influences include Dolly Parton, Stevie Nicks, The Chicks and Kacey Musgraves. - Perry’s sound centers on rhythmic melodies and harmony-forward songwriting. - Perry is working on a follow-up single, “These Days,” due later this fall. - Perry’s website is morganperry.com. - Photos and press assets are available upon request.

Between the lines: - Releasing a familiar classic as a debut can help an unknown artist quickly signal taste, vocal identity and genre fit. - The PLA Media partnership suggests Perry is being positioned for a more deliberate rollout, not just a one-off single drop. - The mention of her original songbook implies the cover is a gateway, not the end goal.

What’s next: - Perry will continue working toward the release of “These Days” later this fall. - PLA Media is expected to help broaden Perry’s reach as she introduces her original material. - Perry’s website and streaming platforms will likely be the main channels for future updates and releases.