SongVault Artist Profile
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California, United States Smooth Jazz / Contemporary Blues
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Pamela G Biography
Described as sassy, but classy, sophisticated, yet soulful, Pamela G has earned a well-deserved reputation for her dynamic vocal skills. Born in San Bernardino, California, Pamela G began her vocal career by singing in the church, and entertaining family and friends. News about her talent spread quickly, and she soon started receiving requests to appear at a multitude of weddings, as well as local jazz and blues clubs. Her first CD, It's A "G" Thang, has sold over 10,000 copies. Her latest CD, Smooth but DEADLY, which is a mixture of blues and jazz originals, was released June 7, 2007. Pamela G has appeared with many top quality musicians such as well known blues artists Jimmy Vaughn, Tommy Castro, Corey Stevens, Rod Piazza & his mighty Flyers, Robert Cray, Shemeika Copelane, and Buddy Guy. She also appeared with jazz greats Jeff Lorber, Stanley Clark, Herbie Hancock, Hiroshima, featuring singer Terry Steel, great female violinist Karen Briggs, African jazz artist Blay Ambolley, and legendary jazz pianist Billy Mitchell. Pamela G has won titles for being the best blues singer and best female performer for the Inland Empire and Orange County Music Awards 2006, 2007, and 2008. Her musical influences are Etta James, Gladys Knight, Barbara Streisand, Billy Holiday, Sarah Vaughn, Phyllis Hyman, Quincy Jones and Aretha Franklin. Pamela G gives foot stomping and hand clapping performances and is strong with her convictions as well as her family and fans. She is proud of how God has blessed her in all of her accomplishments, and she looks forward to becoming the next Grammy DIVA! Her performances include: Pasadena Playboy Jazz Festival 2002 Doheny Blues Festival 2003 - Dana Point Monterey Blues Festival 2008 - Monterey The Coach House - San Juan Capistrano Galaxy Theater - Santa Ana Hard Rock Café - Newport Fashion Island B.B. King's Blues Club - Universal City Martini Blues - Huntington Beach Josh Slocum's - Newport Beach Grand Romance River Boat - Long Beach The Marine Room Tavern - Laguna Beach Harpoon Henry's - Dana Point The White House - Laguna Beach Hennessy's - Laguna Beach Spaghettini's - Seal Beach Stubrick's - Fullerton & Aliso Viejo San Gabriel Street Festival The Grove Theater The Key Club The Quiet Woman Additional Performances: Appearance on Television Station KDOC (Daybreak OC) Numerous carnivals, fundraisers, fashion shows, parties, weddings, and church functions. Special Events: Fundraiser for the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, re-election for Loretta Sanchez, and numerous foundations for Breast Cancer |