Mijan became a proud survivor of the Foster Care system. A system filled with no aspirations and where dreams are shattered. She was homeless at the age of 18 years old. Regardless of her surroundings, Mijan continued to stand and not crumble.
Mijan talent was discovered for singing at an early age. She began by singing in the Children's Choir and the Walter Johnson Gospel Choir. Mijan never wavered and made sure not to adopt the word "never"". This powerhouse Diva knew she was destined to overcome and beat all odds through music.
Mijan talent was discovered for singing at an early age. She began by singing in the Children's Choir and the Walter Johnson Gospel Choir. Mijan never wavered and made sure not to adopt the word "never"". This powerhouse Diva knew she was destined to overcome and beat all odds through music.
Her love for music and determination led her to perform in numerous stage plays and talent shows throughout New York City, where she performed at the legendary "Billie Holiday Theater" and made her solo singing debut at the renowned "Apollo Theater" where she won several competitions. Additionally, Mijan appeared in the stage play, Lord I'm Coming Home, featuring Cheryl Pepsi Riley, Spike Lee's Epic Motion Picture "Malcolm X", as well as Damon Wayans television series 413 Hope Street. Last but not least Snoop Doggy Dog music video "Ooops Upside Your Head".
Mijan's power house vocals were destined to bless the people. In 1993 Mijan opened for the legendary "Martha Wash" (Two Tons of Fun). In 1994 she sung back up for "Dianne Reeves" with the Washington D.C. Performing Arts Society Choir at the Kennedy Center. She made special appearances at Morgan State University Homecoming and a guest appearance on 92.Q MSU radio station.
The powerhouse diva is still making her mark in the music industry. She tours throughout Europe and the West Coast. Sometimes makes appearances at the world famous "Agape International Spiritual Center" in Los Angeles, along with Rickie BB (director of Agape International Choir), Niki Harris (famous former backgound vocalist for "Madonna") Ming Freeman (pianist for "Yanni" world known recording artist)); Mijan is the official "Star Spangle Banner" songstress for the California Los Angeles Fire Department .
She has belted out songs in Euorpe: Munich Germany, Rome, Milano, Remini, Latina, Italy, Austria, Switzerland, all over West Germany and coast to coast in the United States.
Her hit records It's Alright, The Way Im Feelin, Save Your Soul, Music Is Life, Do You Love Me, Because of You, hit the European dance scenes hard in 1993 through year 2001, making its way to #1 on the dance charts like U.K. MixMag chart (the world's leading dance music and club culture magazine, in the world), U.K. Echoes House Chart and reaching the top 10 on the U.K. Buzz Chart, Blues & Soul magazine chart and RM Club Chart.
Mijan's first Billboard record charted was "Do You Love Me", licensed by the legendary divo Jellybean Benitez; was shared on the charts with other household divas Madonna, CeCe Peniston, Kristine W, Tamia, Leann Rimes, Anastacia to name a few, produced by Joe T Vannelli, co-written by Mijan and Jayti Vannelli, all vocals sung by Mijan.
This Powerhouse Diva has made her marking in the music industry with quality Dance-House music. Her recorded album to be release in year 2010 under the direction of Equal Vision Records founder and agent extrodinaire "Maurizio Clemente" . Mijan a power house mom, diva, philanthropist, and entrepreneur is completing her studies in Bachelors of Art in Ethnomusicology and Business International, is also part owner of IMAC with lawyer extrodinaire Deborah De Angelis, and has become the Executive Marketing / Public Relation for her clothing line HMM Fashion with 2 other partners Chief Executive Hanna Redih and Maria Yearwood, as she mentors teenagers in Foster Care while being an inspiration to other young upcoming artists.
Her ultimate dream besides having her International Youth Choir is to get rid of poverty.
Her motto, "love and integrity will take you to the top".
I am an acitivist in my own way. I dislike anyone telling me "I cannot" or "it cannot" be done. Im sure Obama and all of our powerful & significant leaders received the same negative comments. But you see anything is possible. All you need is a vision people. All you need is to act, with good intentions and one way or another it is yours. Like the song says, "you can have whatever you like". Remember to put good energy and vibes out to the universe. Sereve people with respect and most of all with dignity. Give of yourself sometimes. Dont wait until a disaster happens to serve the universe. You have not because you dont give. You have not because you dont love. You have not because you accept to be poor. Being poor is not acceptable. A poor mentality gives off negativity. Know your self worth. Protect yourself with love and integrity. Pass it on. The universe is calling for your gifts. Act on it, serve and you will be rich!
ReplyDeleteI have a business plan that outlines a very ambitious plan on how to eradicate poverty in America in one generation. It involves harnessing the wealth generating investment vehicle of hedge funds...I, too have a vision my friend...keep spreading the message...I'm proud of you and how you have and continue to grow.
ReplyDeleteWow your plan is magnificent. I can't wait to see it and be a part of it. Its a powerful plan to eradicate poverty!
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