a wide range of influences including: jeff buckley, monique powell, the muse, and joni mitchell.
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CRITIQUE FROM INDIE 1/25/2004:
"Amanda has a wonderful voice... a very touching, joyful expression of so many emotions are felt in her performance... A HIT ACT! ... Amanda has all the ingredients to become a superstar as famous as Sheryl Crow or any of the famous female acts in the business. I commed you on reaching such a pinnacle of success already in your music."
Best Female Vocals in Pop, week of 12Mar2007
Best Guitars in Pop, week of 12Mar2007
Best Drums in Pop, week of 12Mar2007
Best Keyboards in Pop, week of 12Mar2007
Best Programming in Pop, week of 12Mar2007
Best Production in Pop, week of 12Mar2007
Best Melody in Pop, week of 12Mar2007
Rocking Track in Pop, week of 12Mar2007
AMANDA SENA: ...Only Makes Me Stronger.
This long-awaited sophomore album has got everyone talking. It will definitely be in the top of the pop/rock charts within time.
About amanda sena (Spats in Warrenville on the 16th!)
Amanda Sena is a singer/songwriter from Chicago, Illinois who is making a name for herself in the music circuit. Now, backed by some of the hottest and up-and-coming Chicago-based musicians, this act has been together now for over a year. The line up includes Amanda Sena on vocals, keys and guitar, Brian on drums (America's Number 1 Sweetheart & TAFKAV), Jorge on bass (68 Bullets & ABNR) and Jason Planera on guitar (Fifty Caliber and Breckenridge).
The band has performed around the Midwest from outdoor arenas to coffeehouses. Some venues include: Tweeter Center opening for big names like Jessica Simpson, Barenaked Ladies, and Alanis Morissette, Double Door, The Rave, The Melody Inn, Elbo Room, Belvidere Fest, LaGrange street fests, Dominican University, DePaul University and Uncommon Ground to name a few.
Amanda's songwriting and performing continue to evolve, leading to her sophomore release "...only makes me stronger" released June 2006 which is now available through cd baby and full of songs that are more mature. This highly anticipated release, produced by Brian Zieske (The Academy Is, The Hush Sound) includes a broad and eclectic range of styles which are sure to please a wide ranging audience. Amanda has been regarded as being the breath of fresh air that is needed in music and she is far from finished. Be sure to catch them at their upcoming Midwest shows!
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Review from Northeast In-Tune Magazine! By: Dan Rondinelli:
"What can I call this artist…a guilty pleasure for me at least? I dove right in and Amanda Sena hits the note on this one. Not so much pop, but a Vanessa Carlton like singer with lyrics and a sound that holds its own. She has an impressive vocal range with a voice that holds a certain distinction that makes her special. Sena a singer/songwriter from Chicago and now has some of the best new musicians on the scene backing her up. She has opened up for such artists as Jessica Simpson to Alanis Morissette. She’s handled big time arenas and venues but the true test is still to come for this girl. With a new album out and a strong band behind her, this pure voice sounds like she’s knocking on the door. Amanda Senas is doing everything right to make her a household name…only time will tell, a short time that is.
Amanda is able to grasp a few different sounds in her music, which allow her versatile vocal range to send out some powerful waves. I’d describe it, not being the ultimate pop fan, as a musician that I would leave on in the car and sing along to, for myself. I won’t admit any other pop artists (Shakira, maybe a Kelly Clarkson) I listen to on the radio but her catchy words and music make it easy to talk about. That’s when you truly know you’ve got something to work with, when you got classic rock fans belting out your lyrics on their way home. I know you guys out there have done it, don’t be scared we’re family now.
Lets review some music…break it down!!
In a song called “Hurt me now” Sena sings about a love lost and simply realizing its time to end it. “If you’re gonna hurt me hurt me now so I know what’s coming from you.” Strong words and some mature lyrics with this catchy refrain that many can relate to. Honest artist who puts her emotions on the line, now can we give her some love!
“Til January” with Kara Kulpa on background vocals in which they share a sweet sound quite pleasing to the ear. She breaks it down at one point in the song where it’s almost at scat level. It got me going and surprised me to say the least. “Happiness never looked so good on her anyway.” Mission accomplished on this note. I’m suggesting you replay that scat part because it’s impressive.
Amanda Senas got a lot of information on her website www.amandasena.com that can help you take a listen and catch some shows. She’s got the talent, and with this band behind her and her vocals to work with she’s taking it to the streets. Take a listen and remember don’t be shy, let the music take control. Amanda Sena has just been heard, and I’m still singing in the car, I ain’t scurred!! Enjoy."
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A REVIEW FROM ATW:
Amanda Sena
… Only Makes Me Stronger
By Mikey
"I must say that the band Amanda Sena is on a whole new level of song writing. From great lyrics to perfect drum lines this band comes together as a perfect ten. Not only are the lyrics stronger than a brick wall, but the vocals that they put to their songs are also very powerful. This band should be the next big thing out of Chicago. So if you know anything about good music, then you should go and buy this cd. And if your anywhere near the city of Chicago, then you need to go see this band play a live show. It well blow your mind."
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Hey! GREAT NEWS -- we got RAPOSO on the New! Discover Music online radio by ClearChannel! We're just writing to all of our friends individually to say thanks! We also were hoping you'd give RAPOSO a listen -- if all of our friends just listen even once, it will really help them out! Thanks for being in the Illinois! ROCK ON!
Hey Amanda, how ya been? just a reminder that we're playing at the Beat Kitchen (2100 w. Belmont) in chicago this wednesday, july 2nd! presented by 312unes, 21+. Hope to see you there! -Mike / The Innocent ..
Amanda, I was listening to your CD on my Zune at work today- Awesome Stuff! I'm in a new group that does classic rock and acoustic covers, would be awesome to share a gig with you again www. myspace. com/thedavenportproject. com Best Wishes, Steve
Hey buddy! We are playing a show on July 7th at the Algonquin Library behind Jacobs Highschool at 7PM. The show is FREE so try to get as many people as possible to go with you!
hey hope things are goin great lady! I haven't heard you play in a while and that has to change. I'm playin at the beat kitchen july 12th. it'd be great to see you
A rock and blues remedy 2 Great dates not to miss this weekend!!! Deaf Tom Crow Friday June 20th @ Molly Malone's 7652 Madison in.. Forest park,Il (708)366-8073 9 pm!!!!
Deaf Tom Crow Saturday June 21st @ The Beacon Tap 1374 Lee St. in... Des Plaines , Il 9pm!!
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