South Sudan-born, Toronto-based indie fusion singer, model and writer Amanie Illfated joined us to talk about her songwriting journeys across nations and cultures. Guest host and singer-songwriter Kayt Lucas filled in for Phil – thanks Kayt! We talked about:

* Amanie’s journey from Regina to Toronto at age 16

* blogging and modelling as they apply to songwriting

* trance vs. pop

* the use of melodrama and operatic aspects

* the influence of a multi-cultural Toronto on Amanie’s music

* using different languages in your lyrics

* connecting emotionally with your audience

* setting and achieving goals in life, but also appreciating the process of getting there

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Letter to Myself

You Me