Amy Pearson
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| Amy Pearson | |
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| Birth name | Amy Pearson |
| Origin |  Birmingham, England |
| Genre(s) | Pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Label(s) | Sony-BMG (2006–present) |
| Website | Official Site |
Amy Pearson is a pop singer/song writer born in Birmingham in England but currently living in Sydney, Australia and is signed to SonyBMG Australia. She has stated that she knows how to play the piano and is learning the guitar, on a recent youtube video which answered questions asked on her official forum.
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[edit] Early Life - Present
Growing up in Birmingham in the UK, Amy was a talented young performer whose artistic destiny was clear at a very early age. Beginning to sing at the age of 3, and writing songs at the age of 6, it wasn't long before she was performing in bands and taking part in talent competitions, setting her apart as a young artist with standout potential.
Whilst working at a production company in 2003, Amy came to the attention of Gary Barlow (from Take That). Barlow initiated global industry introductions that had her working closely with SonyBMG Australia's future A&R director. Through this connection and a certain twist of fate, Amy Pearson found herself moving to Australia and signing to SonyBMG at 17 years of age. Away from her family and friends, Amy feverishly began work on her debut album, writing music and lyrics for over 70 songs. Some of the people working with Amy have been responsible for international pop hits by the likes of Natasha Bedingfield, Kelly Clarkson, Delta Goodrem and Pink, the record containing collaborations with some of the world's best songwriters and producers, including Matthew Gerard, Wayne Rodriguez and Tom Nicholls. The album is a collection of thirteen tracks, and resembles a personal diary of Amy's journeys in becoming a woman and traveling the world. Her talent is displayed in a diverse collection of songs extending from shimmering pop gems like the first single 'Don't Miss You' through to the catchy pop/rock hit 'Does Anybody', and onto the remarkably beautiful and inspiring track 'Ready To Fly', all firmly connected by Amy's standout and unique vocal delivery.
Amy's impressive vocal range characterises her individual and distinctive talent, whilst hints of Christina Aguilera, Kelly Clarkson, and Pink can be heard in her voice. She also credits the likes of Michael Jackson and Destiny's Child as strong influences on her backing vocals, as well as legendary jazz and soul vocalists Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin, all of whom played a significant role in her early musical development. In writing music, Amy is influenced by the natural melody of song and the story she is trying to convey. Recorded around the world in the US, UK and in Australia, her debut album is a truly world class collection of songs and performances that reveal a gifted songwriter and singer. Her music encapsulates the fresh, youthful joys of life and the desire and heartache of early relationships.
She is currently best known for her single "Don't Miss You" which was charting in the top 20 on the Australian Aria Charts.[citation needed] Her debut album "Who I Am" was set to be released in November however it was pushed back to April after it was announced that Australian major artists Kylie Minogue and Delta Goodrem would also release albums in November. "Not Me" was Amy's second single being released to radio on the 24th of October and as a single on October 20th in Australia. Pearson attended the world premiere for Lord Richard Attenborough directed film Closing the Ring for which she sings the main single "Lost Without Your Love" which she stated will be released in 2008.[1] Pearson is also featured on Seany B's new single 'B Good 2 Me' and has recorded a song with the first Australian Idol winner, Guy Sebastian titled 'We Both Know' which was featured on Home: Songs of Hope & Journey to raise funds and bring attention to beyondblue, an Australian initiative against depression. Throughout the year, Pearson traveled to lots of countries including Hong Kong. Early 2008 sees Amy staring to Television commercials on Australia Network 7 singing "Ready to Fly". The advertisment digitally places her atop the Great Wall of China, endorsing the 2008 Olympic Games commencement on 08/08/2008.
[edit] Discography
[edit] Studio albums
- 2008: Who I Am - #39 AUS
[edit] Singles
| Year | Song | Australia | ARIA Australian Chart | ARIA certification |
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| 2007 | "Don't Miss You" | 19 | 2 | Gold | Who I Am |
| "Not Me" | 37 | 9 | Uncertified | ||
| 2008 | "Ready to Fly" | 40 | 12 | Uncertified |
[edit] References
- ^ Gem of a night for stars at Ring movie premiere - News - Film & TV - Entertainment - Belfast Telegraph
[edit] External links
- Amy Pearson (Official Site)
- Amy Pearson (Sony BMG)
- take40.com Amy Pearson Artist Profile
- Amy Pearson Fansite
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