Singer/Songwriter
United States
Amos Lee
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About Amos Lee
Hometown
Philadelphia, PA, United States
Born
June 22, 1977
Genre
Singer/Songwriter
Amos Lee began taking music seriously after hearing a John Prine compilation, which served as his gateway to the songs of Joni Mitchell, Bill Withers, and Otis Redding.
∙ Shortly after quitting his job as a school teacher to pursue music, Lee opened for Mose Allison and B.B. King.
∙ Norah Jones asked Lee to open her 2004 tour and contributed to his debut album, after she heard his demo playing at the Blue Note Records office.
∙ His breakthrough single, “Colors,” has been featured in the TV series House, Grey’s Anatomy, and Six Feet Under.
In 2008, he performed at a rally for then-Presidential candidate Barack Obama, alongside such artists as Bruce Springsteen.
∙ His 2011 album, Mission Bell—featuring contributions from Willie Nelson, Lucinda Williams, and Iron & Wine—debuted at No. 1 on iTunes’ Top Albums chart.
∙ After releasing five albums on Blue Note, Lee unveiled his first self-produced effort on John Varvatos Records, the famed fashion designer’s eponymous label.
Musical InfluencesAmos Lee's musical influences include Joan Osborne, Mark Knopfler, John Prine and more.
Influenced by Amos LeeAmos Lee has influenced the music of Isaac Thompson, Avangelia, 서월 밴드 and more.
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