IMAJ
Dallas, TX | Established. Jan 01, 2014 | SELF
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"Make no mistake, IMAJ is a serious, talented artist whose love and respect for the country genre is evident on her new record, America’s Sweetheart, which is actually her sophomore album...I immediately downloaded the whole record, after sampling a few of the songs. America’s Sweetheart features a refreshing classic country sound." - For The Country Record
Watch the video interview of IMAJ on CW 33: http://cw33.com/2015/11/29/love-imaj-country-singer-talks-new-album-music-inspirations/ - CW33 Dallas
Watch IMAJ on FOX News Deco Drive - http://www.wsvn.com/story/25384622/imaj - FOX News - WSVN Channel 7
"You could call Imaj a child prodigy, except that she’s 23 and a multi-faceted adult artist now... [She] is soft-spoken yet focused. She is polished without being fabricated, warm without turning cloying. She speaks eloquently and is never at a loss for words." - Mario Tarradell, renowned music critic for Dallas Morning News
“IMAJ is one of the most talented young entertainers I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Her passion for success is rivaled only by the size of her heart.” - Donnie Nelson, Dallas Mavericks general manager and president
“Imaj has opened for country music stars Lorrie Morgan and Collin Raye — a huge accomplishment for a Frisco artist who's getting a lot of buzz. She's a pint-size singer who makes up in depth for what she lacks in height.” — Debbie Denmon - ABC's WFAA Channel 8 Primetime
“Check out @iamimaj, she was on my show last night and was simply impressive.” - Bradie James, Dallas Cowboys linebacker and philanthropist via Twitter
“@iamimaj thank you--for your book and your performance! Just terrific!” - Soledad O'Brien via Twitter
“[Pop Culture Trendsetter] Imaj is a 21-year-old country musician with a lot of hip and a little hippie. She’s African American and writes her own lyrics, which makes her a rarity in the industry. ” - CW33 (Television) and Pink Memo
“I met this beautiful young lady when her mother, Kassandra brought her on the show and gave me the Nashville handshake. I've been smitten with her talents ever since.” - The Billy Block (Radio) Show - 103.3 WKDF Nashville FM Radio
"PHENOMENAL and INSPIRING...Imaj spoke from her heart and sang with such enthusiasm and love, [her concert] was a wonderful experience...[Imaj] is a shining, positive example and...with [your] support, her journey to the top of the Country charts will be swift!" from The Dallas Weekly Newspaper, who previously named Imaj one of the "25 People to Watch in 2012!" - The Dallas Weekly
“I tell you, I don’t think there is anything that this girl cannot do! Not only does Imaj have a wonderful voice, she can sing in 6 different languages!!!! Honestly, this girl is amazing!” - Butterflies Radio
“[Imaj is] the next Diva-in-the-making in the music industry!” - Good Morning Texas
“When Gretchen found out Imaj would be in Nashville for last week's CMA Music Festival, she invited her to come out and sing at her fan club party. Imaj performed two songs for the appreciative audience and received an enthusiastic thumbs-up from Gretchen.” - Jimmy Carter Blog
"I've had the privilege of working with country music's hottest new talent, Imaj. Imaj's vocals are absolutely amazing and in an era ruled by young artists and "pop" sounds, Imaj pays tribute to the vintage stars of country music...this young lady is on the verge of big success and I'm proud to call her a friend!" ~Collin Raye - Collin Raye's Blog
Discography
IMAJ (November 2012)
America's Sweetheart (January 2016)
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Bio
ABOUT IMAJ
Known mononymously as IMAJ, the artist fans everywhere call their “Country Darling” is a multi-talented Country singer-songwriter, visual artist, novelist, actress and humanitarian. Born in Miami Beach, FL to a model mother and actor father, 80’s TV icon Philip Michael Thomas (Tubbs of Miami Vice), IMAJ grew up in a “utopian environment where creativity was encouraged.” CMA (Country Music Association) CloseUp Magazine labeled IMAJ "The One To Watch." She was also labeled "The New Face of Country Music" by QueenLatifah.com
IMAJ BACKSTORY
When you listen to IMAJ it takes you back to a time when wishing others "peace and love" was de rigueur and lyrics were something that reached into your soul. As time would have it, everything comes full circle and IMAJ is standing for everything that made us fall in love with music.Whether she had you at 'hello' with her debut single "Guess Who's coming To Dinner", a song about how there's enough space for everyone to be loved, or you're one of the millions who are just now discovering the American Sweetheart through her latest single and viral music video "Colorblind," there's no escaping falling heart-over-heels for IMAJ.
IMAJ is a Country singer-songwriter whose lyrics remind you more of a John Lennon with a silky voice and a twang, than a broken-hearted Garth Brooks. IMAJ's appeal is not only in the purity of her voice - both her speaking and singing voice instantly relaxes you - but it's also in the lyrics and music that she so passionately creates. In her songs she holds up a mirror to American society, as she looks into it herself.
With "Colorblind" her new single from her sophomore album "America's Sweetheart", she has managed to both garner over 1.4 Million+ views and growing on Facebook, while celebrating the beauty of humankind by redefining, with a millennial's perspective, the way we perceive color. In songs like "His Story, Her Story" she shines light on both our men and women in uniform. "Daddy-Daughter Dance" is another hallmark of American culture as she sings about that special bond between daughters and their dads. There are so many gems on IMAJ's album including homages to her favorite sound, the traditional country song, with "Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys." In a world full of stress IMAJ soothes the mind and spirit, and she does it all with love.
HUMANITARIANISM
Equally known for her humanitarianism as for her multi-talents, Imaj has stated that her main goal is to inspire world peace through music. During her shows she speaks of bringing the world together through the universal language of music. She has campaigned against bullying & advocated for child abuse prevention, volunteered for hospice (two of the songs on her debut album are co-written with a hospice patient), donated her albums for silent auction to the American Cancer Society and horse rescues, performed for childrens hospitals, retirement communities, dog charities and ran an Instagram contest to inspire world peace. Additionally she has supported foundations for education programs and been a major advocate for developing programs and increased funding for children and adults with mental disabilities (NAMI, National Alliance on Mental Illness). She continues to keep charity work parallel to her musical endeavors.
TOURING
IMAJ travelled to Nashville to float in the CMA Fest Kick-Off parade as well as perform at CMA Fest. She's headlined such venues as House of Blues, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Six Flags Over Texas, Dr. Pepper Arena and her story has been featured on Good Morning Texas, CW33 & Pink Memo, ESPN Radio and Channel 8 evening news. IMAJ has toured with the multi-platinum country singer, Collin Raye. She recently completed a tour for the support of policemen and firefighters with the renowned singer, Billy Dean. She has opened and been a special guest performer for noted artists like LeAnn Rimes, Clay Walker, Lorrie Morgan, Gretchen Wilson and Neal McCoy.
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