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The Industry Resource Article by Joseph Barracato

THE BUZZ...

 Don’t be fooled by Amber Rose’s age. The soon to be 18-year-old has been involved in the entertainment industry since most of her friends were riding big wheels. Rose, a California native, landed her first acting gig on a TV movie called “Face Of Love” when she was only four. Although she was nominated for a Youth In Film Award, Rose drifted toward poetry and music to satisfy her artistic cravings. By the age of 12 she was writing her own songs and playing guitar. Now, the recent high school graduate, is playing solo shows in the L.A. area including ones at 14 Below, The Accept and Respect Festival and The Rainbow Bar & Grill.

Amber Rose Kelly is a BMI affiliated, singer, songwriter, and guitarist born in Hollywood, CA to a musician father and an actress mother, who met on jam night at The Central (now, the infamous Viper Room) on the Sunset Strip. Her original songs are a blend of raw/sultry vocals and alternative acoustic folk/pop/rock guitar. Three years ago, Amber Rose began to perform her original music on the local L.A. music scene. Amber Rose has performed at the 2002 and 2003 Accept and Respect Festivals, several GSA Cabaret Night Fundraisers as well as The Rainbow Room on the Sunset Strip and The UnUrban in Santa Monica, where she had a 1 woman show of her avant garde photographic work. Amber Rose has been writing and collaborating on new songs steadily for the past 5 years. FYI - 10/15/04 - Currently, Amber Rose is looking for bandmembers for gigging, recording and possibly touring in the future. She is looking for a drummer, bassist, rhythm guitar for recording, gigging and possible future touring. Please email for additional information.

~~~Joseph Barracato, The Industry Resource, October 18, 2004.

Who's Next?

Amber Rose

Don’t be fooled by Amber Rose’s age. The soon to be 18-year-old has been involved in the entertainment industry since most of her friends were riding big wheels. Rose, a California native, landed her first acting gig on a TV movie called “Face Of Love” when she was only four. Although she was nominated for a Youth In Film Award, Rose drifted toward poetry and music to satisfy her artistic cravings. By the age of 12 she was writing her own songs and playing guitar. Now, the recent high school graduate, is playing solo shows in the L.A. area including ones at 14 Below, The Accept and Respect Festival and The Rainbow Bar & Grill.


Five Questions for Amber Rose

1) At 11-years-old kids are usually playing tag, not writing poetry. What sparked your interest in that?
“I had just started at a new school and was taking an art class. My teacher knew I wasn’t able to draw so he suggested poetry might be a better artistic outlet. I had been through a lot by then emotionally and it was a great way for me to express my feelings.”

2) Tell us about your first solo gig that prepared you for the L.A. club circuit.
“I played in my H.S. auditorium in front of 150 people and scared to death. But I made it through. It was the most amazing experience I ever had. Now when I play, its in bars with people drinking and screaming. I still get nervous, but love to perform.”

3) What’s the story behind “Don’t let go”?
“It’s a song about a friend I had in middle-school that committed suicide. A very emotional song on a very sad topic. On my website I have links for suicide and drug prevention. It’s something I feel people need to start paying more attention to.”

4) You have a catalog of over 30 songs. Is there a sense of urgency to get into a studio and get them recorded? Definitely, that’s what I’m trying to do right now. I’m actually using Craigslist to find some bandmates that I can collaborate with. I would love the opportunity to play with some people and show another side of me.”

5) Currently, you’re using the internet as a second option to get your music across to the masses. Do you feel that is a good way for unsigned musicians to break into the industry?
“Definitely. Although I feel performing live does give you the best chances at getting noticed. It just gives you another option.”

----Joseph Barracato, The Industry Resource, October 18, 2004. 

Announcements:

Amber-Rose to Perform at Rainbow Bar & Grill

The multi-talented Amber-Rose will be performing her original music on Sunday, April 13 at 8:00 p.m. at the Rainbow Bar & Grill, 9015 W. Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, next to The Roxy.

Additionally, Amber-Rose will be exhibiting her photographic works at The UnUrban Coffee House and Gallery at 3301 W. Pico Blvd., in Santa Monica.

For information on this upcoming artist, call (818) 987-7031. (old #)

~~~The Tolucan Times, April 9, 2003.

no wolfin here - this is a len amsterdam music review

lenamsterdam posted on Mon December 13, 2004
audio version of this review at
http://www.soundclick.com/stations/stations.cfm?id=131976
no wolfin here
this is a len amsterdam music review

here is a very talented musician. A blend of power, style, and raw emotion.
producing some of the most brilliant modern music ever put to wax.

you will cry with tears of joy then you will laugh with a sigh of contentment
and then you will cry some more,
cause HOW CAN ANYBODY be this talented!

it's just good muse.... we like what we're hearing

check this out!
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