Amikaelya fuses her deep-rooted jazz inspirations with a diverse array of musical elements. Allowing for listeners to feel the raw emotion and genuine expression in every melody, as her music transports you on an unforgettable journey of musical discovery.
Embraced as one of the "purest contemporary voices" by National Public Radio, Amikaeyla embodies an exceptional blend of musical genres with unmatched finesse. Her mesmerizing sound, likened to "listening to a velvet waterfall" by MTV, infuses soulful roots jazz with dynamic passion and genuine sincerity. Commencing her musical journey at the age of four, she honed her craft with classical piano before mastering an extensive repertoire, including the viola, western and Indian flute, dulcimer, and harp. Expanding her musical horizons further, she proficiently navigates an array of percussion instruments from around the world, including djembe, bata, conga, tabla, taiko, and timbale.
Amikaeyla's debut album "Mosaic" garnered national acclaim, clinching an impressive twelve music awards, including distinctions such as Best Jazz Vocalist, Best Urban Contemporary Vocalist, Best World Music Vocalist, and Best Debut Artist. Amikaeyla's prowess extends beyond performance; she has been honored as Washington D.C.'s best Female Composer in 2006, 2008, and 2011 for her excellence in original composition. Throughout her illustrious career, she has collaborated with an array of award-winning artists including Take 6, Sweet Honey In The Rock, Baba Olatunji, Mickey Hart, Pete Seeger, Gil Scott Heron, Wyclef, Howard Levy of Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Eugene Friesen & Glen Velez of the Paul Winter Consort, Esperanza Spalding, and Sheila E., showcasing her versatility and magnetic stage presence on stages across the globe.
"Amikaeyla's talent is simply unmatched - a force to be reckoned with in the world of jazz."
- Sarah K
"Amikaeyla's performance was an absolute revelation. From the moment they stepped onto the stage, there was an undeniable energy that seemed to fill the entire room. Their voice, rich and soulful, carried with it a depth of emotion that was truly captivating." - Joy M
"It was an unforgettable evening filled with mesmerizing melodies and heartfelt emotion. Amikaaeyla is a true talent and a joy to experience live." - Josh R
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