
OMO MISHA began her career in music only a short
time ago. Music was, perhaps, one of the last things to work its
way into her vast creative repertoire. MISHA was originally attracted
to the business from a songwriter's point of view. Her talent and
persona were undeniable however, and she quickly embraced her position
on the stage. MISHA's eclectic style is the sheer product of growing
up in Detroit - where Motown lingered in the air like freshly baked
bread, yet grounds were fertile for the love of both Rock and Jazz.
Her vocal approaches and musical inclination reflect a pure passion
for a wide range of music.

OMO MISHA started out as one of the lead singers in
a local NYC rock band, Greg Tate's MACK DIVA. The band performed
locally at affiliated Black Rock Coalition events. Here, she honed
her act and grasped the complexity of her own unique voice. She
went on to become a featured singer and songwriter on a trip-hop
compilation for PROJECT POLLEN/Steve Greenwell. The CD was released
on indie labels in the U.S., Germany, and Japan (Mutiny, Sideburn,
and Quattro respectively, 1997 - 1999). PROJECT POLLEN (featuring
OMO MISHA) also did the score for "Just Lovers," an award
winning drama that continues to show at film festivals across the
globe. The soundtrack won the award for "best score" at
the New York International Film Festival in the Fall of 2002. Misha
has since completed further recordings with Steve, expanding on
the ambient vibe they created on the debut release.
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photo: G. Ali |