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