We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Amanda Campbell. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Amanda below.

Hi Amanda, thanks for joining us today. Do you wish you had waited to pursue your creative career or do you wish you had started sooner?

I didn’t discover I could sing until I was 43 years old and it was quite by accident. I had always sang, I just never let anyone hear me. I always wrote poetry too, but never shared it. Secretly, I fantasized about being a singer my entire life.

I would’ve liked to have started singing sooner because it gave me confidence in myself and writing gave me a way to express myself and to process difficult feelings and situations., but there’s always a balance between timing and life circumstances,
Starting earlier would have meant more time to experiment, learn, and fail, which is a big part of growth.

On the flip side, starting later has come with its own benefits—having had more life experience and hopefully a little more wisdom.

Starting sooner with youth and the energy on my side might have been fun, That said, it’s hard to say because things tend to line up in unexpected ways and I struggled with shyness and insecurity and I don’t think I could have handled the attention as a young woman.

Looking back, I think I’m happy with where I started and the timing—it helped me approach things with the fresh, inquisitive mindset that I think served me well.

Amanda, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

I’m a singer-songwriter, and music has always been a deeply personal and transformative part of my life Before I kicked off this musical adventure, I was just another die-hard music lover, and my main contribution was dancing like nobody was watching.

I’ve been writing songs for about 17 years now, and what started as a way to work through my emotions and experiences has turned into a full-on lifestyle where I get to connect with others on a much deeper level. I mean, it’s basically therapy.

There’s something pretty magical (and a little mystical) about how a melody can capture emotions, tell stories, and resonate with people in a way that words alone just can’t do. I started writing music around middle age and had a lot to express!

Through performances, collaborations, and many awkward moments on stage, my music has become a reflection of my personal journey and the shared human experience. And I’m not here for perfection; I’m here for authenticity—flaws and all.

What I’m most proud of is the ability to create songs that resonate with people on an emotional level—songs that make you want to dance, sing along, or at least nod your head in appreciation. Knowing that my music has helped someone through a tough time or turned a regular moment into something a bit more special is something I’ll never take for granted. If I can make you feel something—whether that’s joy, catharsis, or just an uncontrollable urge to move your body—then I’m doing something right.

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

The most rewarding part for me is the ability to make people feel something—whether it’s a deep, meaningful emotion or just a “wow, that’s a catchy tune” kind of vibe. There’s something incredible about watching someone connect with a song you wrote.

And the joy of self-expression—there’s nothing like turning your inner turmoil or your random thoughts into a song that resonates with others.

At the end of the day, the most rewarding part is knowing that you’ve created something that’s real, honest, and meaningful, even if it doesn’t come with a royalty check. Maybe one day that elusive “music industry money” will find its way into my inbox, but for now, I’ll settle for the satisfaction of crafting songs that make people feel, laugh, or at least tap their feet a little.

What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?

Well, my mission is simple: to be honest with myself and write songs that make people feel something—whether it’s joy, sadness, or the sudden urge to start a dancing.

My ultimate goal is to create music that connects with people on a deeper level, without the need for a big paycheck… although, a paycheck would be nice too. Like, really nice. If you know anyone at Spotify, send them my way.

But honestly, my true driving force is the power of self-expression. I want to take my awkward, quirky, emotional thoughts and transform them into something that resonates with others.

In a nutshell: I want to make music that moves people,

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.thestrandsofficial.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/britishsoulsinger
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thestrandsofficial.com
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=the+strands+new+tunes
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/thestrandsofficial

Image Credits

Photo by Hillary White & Valerie Betancort