Megan Paullet

Megan Paullet & The HR Department are an eight-piece Pittsburgh-based soul, funk, and pop-rock ensemble known for explosive live shows, tight grooves, and powerhouse vocals. Fronted by award-winning singer-songwriter Megan Paullet, the band blends infectious hooks, bold horn lines, and dynamic musicianship into performances that feel both polished and wildly alive. Praised for their electric stage presence and crowd-moving energy, they’ve appeared at major venues and festivals, including Picklesburgh, Pittsburgh’s Oktoberfest, and the Three Rivers Arts Festival. Megan Paullet is an award-winning, Pittsburgh-based multi-genre artist recognized for her powerhouse vocals, sharp songwriting, and electrifying live performances. Blending neo-soul, funk, and pop-rock with emotional honesty and undeniable groove, she draws inspiration from an eclectic upbringing soundtracked by Frank Zappa, Led Zeppelin, Whitney Houston, and Janis Joplin. After overcoming years of stage fright and stepping away from a decade-long career as a competitive swimmer, Paullet joined her first band in 2014—a pivotal moment that launched her professional music career. Since then, she has emerged as one of Pennsylvania’s most compelling independent voices, praised by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette as a “standout” performer with vocals that are both commanding and deeply expressive. Her latest single, “I Just Wanna Stay Home,” signals a new creative chapter, pairing infectious hooks with candid lyricism and a knowing reflection on modern burnout, vulnerability, and self-preservation. The release showcases her evolving sound while remaining rooted in the soulful wit and authenticity that define her writing. Backed by her eight-piece band, The HR Department, Paullet delivers a high-energy, soul-soaked live show driven by tight funk grooves, bold musicianship, and dynamic audience connection. She has performed on stages across Pittsburgh and nationwide, including Stage AE, Heinz Hall, PPG Paints Arena, The