About Me
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At the age of seventeen, London- born Amanda Homi set off to see the world
and a year later found herself singing Greek songs in the most popular bouzouki club in Athens. Over the years she has written Reggae songs in Jamaica, studied Sabar drumming and dance in Senegal, played Brazilian percussion in Bahia, and sung with Gypsy Flamenco artists in Spain. Her songs are inspired by her global adventures. She performs with her multi- talented band, singing in several languages, playing percussion and dancing. Amanda’s live performance reflects her passion for the musical cultures and rhythms that touch her heart. From the moment they hit the stage you will be drawn into their colourful world. Her songs are true to their international sources, and at the same time offer the best of great pop music - irresistible hooks, infectious rhythms,and slice-of-life stories that inspire listeners to sing and dance along. She is currently in production for a music/travel series she is hosting entitled "Amanda's World Beat." Through music and dance she shows how easily we can make friends and get to the heart of unfamiliar cultures. In each episode, she chooses a respected local female singing artist to be her guide. Amanda’s secret ambition is to sing a duet with each one of them at the end of the show.
Here is an excerpt from her documentary featuring award winning Colombian cantadora Toto La Momposina. "La Colombiana"Amanda has recorded and performed with a diverse selection of artists including
Jackson Browne, Issa (Jane Siberry), Ray LaMontagne, Grover Washington, Michael Brecker, Toots Thielmans, Toots Hibbert, Maxwell, Mavis Staples, “They Might be Giants", "Pajama Party" and many more. She has written and sung on numerous international ad campaigns, tv themes and film scores and is based in NYC. Her new CD, Drumgirls is a virtual musical journey around the world. Produced with her musical director Graham Hawthorne, it features a stellar cast of international musicians. Available now on www.drumgirl.com....Fulfilling her dream to be in a Bollywood movie, Amanda was the "playback singer" for the beautiful Jessica Alba in last summer's must not see "The Love Guru". She has practiced all the choreography, which is very useful in a financial crisis, and she will be ready in case it turns into a Broadway musical and Ms. Alba is too busy.Mike Myers - "The Joker" Music Video - THE LOVE GURU
