Jamila Ford

Vocalist, Songwriter, Producer

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Versatile, dynamic pro vocalist, arranger and songwriter. I've shared the stage with artists such as Melody Gardot, Seal, Spiritualized, Mavis Staples, and Leon Bridges. Pop-Soul, R&B, House, Dance vocal styles. Fast turnaround.

I'll deliver the fresh, pro quality sound you need to add confidence, passion, and flavor to your track!

For vocals I use Pearlman MT1 and AKG C 214 microphones, going into a Focusrite Scarlette 2i4, Studio One Pro, Melodyne, & industry standard plugins.

Starting price is $300 for vocal recording.

SERVICES:
• Lead Vocals, BGVs, Stacks, Ad libs
• Vocal Editing, Natural Tuning
• Contact to discuss songwriting projects. Please specify if you’re looking to do a work for hire/buyout in your proposal. Songwriting price is a vocal fee & does not void my right to royalties unless we agree to a buyout.
• Rough MP3 mix sent for approval
• One round of free revisions, if needed. Revision is a few small changes, not a re-recording.
• Once you approve and release funds, I will send all edited & tuned stems sent as 24bit 48k wav files dry/raw after, completely tuned and edited.

WHAT I NEED FROM YOU:
• Backing track for your song
• Guide Melody (played on the piano/guitar or sung)
• Lyrics
• Song BPM
• Song key
• Any reference tracks with details you’d like me to keep in mind

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Tell me about your project and how I can help, through the 'Contact' button above.

Languages

  • English

20 Reviews - 3 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Rossano P.
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    Great singer, amazing voice, it was a pleasure working with Jamila

  2. Review by Marcel C.
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    Extraordinarily talented and gifted vocalist. She really goes the distance, so glad I chose her for my track . If you need that authentic soulful female vocal Jamila is the perfect choice. Amazing vocalist.

  3. Review by Paolo F.
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    I contacted Jamila to record back vocals to my latest project. I provided a demo and some high level indication. In matter of days she delivered amazing vocals. Not only she has a powerful and warm texture, but also a great sense of harmony. I can't be any happier.

  4. Review by Hackatone
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    Great job, thanks!

  5. Review by Richard U.
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    Jamila is a consummate pro from start to finish. She is an up-front communicator, has great musical instincts and clean, powerful vocals that brought the vision to life. Six stars out of five!

  6. Review by John C.
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    Always great working with Jamila. A true pro. Five stars

  7. Review by Jim F.
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    Very professional, great sound! Thank you for the quick turnaround. I recommend working with Jamila.

  8. Review by Taylor Durden
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    Jamila went above and beyond expectations for our project. An absolute talent.

  9. Review by Barry Window
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    Worked with Jamila for the second time. absolutely reliable and best work.

  10. Review by Urs F.
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    a fast working singer. Good cooperation and interested in doing everything right. I highly recommend Jamila.

  11. Review by John C.
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    Second job with Jamila went just as well as the first. Gave me exactly what I was looking for. Five stars.

  12. Review by Ruggero F.
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    Another positive experience working with Jamila. Punctual, patient, and super vocals.

  13. Review by Ron B.
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    Jamila performed a demo vocal for my song. Her vocal style is classy and sophisticated. I was also impressed by her sense of customer service as she went over and above. I look forward to working with her again!

  14. Review by Ruggero F.
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    Jamila delivered beautiful lyrics, sung in a soulful, energetic style. Amazing job, excellent communication as usual.

  15. Review by Ruggero F.
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    Second time working with Jamila, and there's going to be many more. She always understands the essence of what I need and delivers impeccable stems with no leaks in no time. Versatile, flexible and PROFESSIONAL.

  16. Review by John C.
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    Jamila is a true pro, giving me exactly what I needed in a timely fashion. Five stars.

  17. Review by Ruggero F.
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    If you need a professional singer with a beautiful, warm and versatile voice, look no further. Fast, patient and reliable. She will add a classy touch to your project. I was very impressed with the quality of the stems. Looking forward to work with her again.

  18. Review by Francis L.
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    Jamila kept me on my toes throughout my whole project! Her ideas for harmonies are endless and amazing. Give her a listening ear because she will take your song to 7th heaven. Thank you Jamila.

  19. Review by Lisa Robert
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    by Lisa Robert

    I recently hired Jamila Ford to sing backing vocals on a popular Stevie Wonder tune. I had her record several stems of various harmony lines. She came to the session on time and 100% prepared, yet also went above and beyond what I could have ever hoped for. She replicated the true sound of the original vocals on the track. Fine tuned and with finesse. She was so spot on that her tracks served as a guide for my other vocalist. Her confident, professional demeanor and ability to take direction is a plus. My engineer was thrilled as we played back the tracks "dry" and couldn't believe our ears.

  20. Review by Adam Cohen
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    by Adam Cohen

    Jamila brought incredible creativity & musicality to the music I sent her way. Not only was it returned to me in a timely fashion, it far exceeded what I had hoped for and raised the project to another level. I would not hesitate to recommend her.

Interview with Jamila Ford

  1. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  2. A: Analog! You can't beat the warmth.

  3. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  4. A: I promise to work with you in such a friendly, professional, and collaborative way that all of your expectations will be exceeded.

  5. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  6. A: What do you want most for this project? Are there examples of a few singers that you would like emulated on this project? What song is the key in? What are some of the themes you want expressed? What's the turn around time for this song? I also ask about bit rate, resolution, tempo, key, if there are guide tracks available. I get as many details as possible, which makes turnaround time that much faster. :)

  7. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  8. A: I've always worked as a professional singer. I've been at this for 20 years.

  9. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  10. A: Preparation is a big deal! I always ask for lots of information before we get started. All of the details make all the work flow so much smoother, faster, and more efficient.

  11. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  12. A: I usually work on pop, r&b/soul, house, or jazz.

  13. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  14. A: My strongest skill is delivering a strong vocal performance that conveys the story the song is trying to tell.

  15. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  16. A: Great energy, vibrant story telling, and a deep understanding of the lyrics to tell the story the way it's meant to be told.

  17. Q: What's your typical work process?

  18. A: I like to speak with the producer to get an idea of the song direction and feel. Samples of singers are great for getting a feel and direction for the song. I like to start with a few rough takes to make sure we're going in the right direction and on the same page before we put anything in stone. I always want to make sure my clients come away with a project they're happy with.

  19. Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

  20. A: My taste is varied. I was a huge fan of Amy Winehouse's vocals and songwriting. I am also a huge fan of Billie Eilish, Glen Hansard, Mariah Carey, Dua Lipa, and Bonnie Raitt. All very different artists that I find soulful in their own way.

  21. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  22. A: The most common type of work I do is recording lead and background vocal arrangements for my clients.

  23. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  24. A: I have several mics including a Pearlman, an AKG C214, and an audio-technica AT2035. I have a Focusrite Scarlette 2i4, and I record in a Studio one DAW.

  25. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  26. A: I'm working on my own records. I'm learning to produce and get my songs out of my voice memos and into the world! I'm also learning how to roller skate!

  27. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  28. A: I love the freedom to create and collaborate.

  29. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  30. A: Strong lyrics are the best material for a powerful performance. I also think it's a good idea to have a few references of what you're going for vocally when you're hiring a singer.

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Terms Of Service

Revisions once project is complete will incur a fee.
My name and likeness may not be used.
No refunds once work has begun.
Files delivered upon release of funds.

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Gear Highlights
  • Studio One Pro
  • Pearlman TM-1 Condenser Mic
  • Focusrite Scarlett 2i4
  • KRK Rockit 5 monitors
  • Sony MDR-7506 headphones
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