Marie Digby signs a contract with Star Records and MCA Universal

Marie Digby, one of the most viewed musicians on Youtube, is now a recording artist in the Philippines after she signed a contract with Star Records and MCA Universal on Monday. Marie will be recording original songs in her first album with the Philippine-based recording companies.

Marie Digby on the cover of her first album, "Unfold"

Born Marie Christina Digby, the 28-year-old American singer-songwriter became famous for her cover of Rihanna's "Umbrella" in 2007 which became a hit and was featured on MTV's "The Hills" series. Since then, she was able to record 3 studio albums in the US.

Marie Digby was in the Philippines in 2009 for a one-night concert and got back in the country 3 months ago to do shows and appear in events in the Kapamilya network. Perhaps, she'll be staying here longer since she has to record and promote her upcoming album still.

Check out below Marie's "Umbrella" cover on Youtube which amassed over 19 million views: