In her solo debut in 2000, Infinite Possibilities (Epic), Amel crafted a veritable concept album that explored an endless range of promise and potential. Its single "Get Up” is an ode to working people became a modern anthem and magnet for the growing legion of Amel’s fans.
Amel has contributed to film soundtracks, writing and singing in such films
as Barbershop, Love Jones, Down To Earth, and Sunset Park, as well a Mercedes Benz commercial. Former Sade guitarist Stuart Matthewman sought Amel to sing on an album for his band Sweetback. She has also collaborated with hip-hop supergroup The Roots on several songs and tours. She was also recently recognized with a Grammy nomination in the Best R&B Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals, for "Where is
the Love" by Stanley Clarke, on which she joined Glenn Lewis as a featured vocalist.
Equal to Amel’s vocal and writing talent is her alluring beauty and eclectic style. She has been spotlighted as a style maven in Essence, Honey, Harper’s Bazaar, Trace, The Fader and other magazines and was also featured in the Coach anniversary print
campaign. More recently her vocal talent and beauty have been central to Coca-Cola’s "Keep It Real" campaign in television, radio and print ads. She is also a trained dancer.
Event Information:
Thursday, September 10, 2009
2 Day Event
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
All Ages
cover: $45.00
music: Soul, Funk, Hip Hop & Jazz
Venue Information:
Birchmere Music Hall
3701 Mt. Vernon Ave
Alexandria, VA 22305
Links:
http://www.blisslife.com
http://www.myspace.com/bravebird2
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