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I say 100% yes, you're the best singer we've seen here yet in San Francisco ...I think you're one of the best singers in this competition...a young Kelly Clarkson in the making one of the best voices in the competition.....Randy Jackson
And you're real ... I must agree with Randy you do have a wonderful voice... I think you're a strong contender....Paula Abdul
- Fox TV
American 2005, Idols Finalist, Melinda Lira, new debut album named: "Melinda" is fast
moving fast up the charts, the songs are "Show Me The Way" "Has Been" "Season" & more,
this new album displays Melinda as one of the most Hottest new Female Artist coming out
today, with up beat songs and the intensity that will make you feel the beat, this album is some
of the best R&B, Pop & Hip Hop songs available, making this album the one to get on your list.
She finally, gets her turn to shine, and this is an album worth the wait. Melinda brings her
sound to the world, and the beats are off the Hook, is guaranteed to be a hit in your musical
collection, with the Latin, vibe, this album will be in stores Jan 15, be the first to get the Latin
Janet Jackson, you will not be disappointed, and there seems to be no stopping this Female. - Web CDs The New Music Network review
HANFORD - It was an emotional evening at Señor Boogies Wednesday night as
friends and family watched Melinda Lira receive word she did not receive enough
votes to move forward in the "American Idol" competition.
Some felt that lack of exposure may have played a key role in Lira's early
departure from the TV show. Many who came out to support the hometown girl
believed she was "robbed" of her opportunity to shine. Lira's dream did not end Wednesday night. Interest from recording companies as well as Oscar nominated
actor Jamie Foxx has begun surfacing.
By Barbara Swarm
Sentinel Reporter - Hanford Sentinel
Discography
Melinda KAM records, iTunes, CD Baby
Photos
Feeling a bit camera shy
Bio
Melinda Lira is a native to the Central Valley residing in Hanford, CA where she was born and raised. Melinda’s vocal talent was recognized at an early age by Motown Records and various agents and producers. Even though she had made great connections in the industry, Melinda chose to finish school before pursuing her career in music. Melinda graduated with honors from Hanford West High School, where she participated in choir and on various sports teams. She was the team captain on her volleyball team as well. Melinda has had the awesome opportunity to sing in many venues large and small and has made quite a name for herself this past year alone. Melinda has won vocal competitions and her most recent achievement was placing in the top 12 female vocalists on FOX’s American Idol Season 4, where she beat out over 100,000 other contestants across the country. Noticing her talent and potential, producers and labels are vying for her attention including Arista Records, RCA Records, American Idol’s Randy Jackson and even Oscar-winner Jaime Foxx who was wowed by her performance at his home in early April and has asked if she would consider working with him on his projects. Melinda enjoys performing for the Valley and is very proud of her roots as well as representing her Mexican-Filipino heritage. “Never give up on your dreams, always keep the Faith and never let anyone bring you down. God will give you the strength to overcome, so keep your head up high and press on.” This is Melinda’s motto.
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