Amanda Miguel — Biography
Born June 1, 1956, in Argentina, Amanda Miguel is a celebrated figure in Mexican music, recognized as a singer-songwriter, pianist, and businesswoman. Her career, spanning over 36 years, has seen the release of 12 studio albums, with worldwide sales exceeding 15 million units and numerous gold and platinum certifications.
At 17, Miguel's life intertwined with that of Diego Verdaguer, a musician five years her senior, whom she would eventually marry. Verdaguer was already an established artist when Miguel joined his musical ensemble, Mediterráneo. The group found success in Los Angeles, but after catching the attention of a Univision executive, Miguel embarked on a solo path, with assistance from San Diego.
Her debut album, El Sonido Vol. 1, was recorded in 1981 and released the following year. Offering a distinct sound and style from Mediterráneo, the album proved to be a triumph. Subsequent releases followed shortly after. Her early hits like "Así No Te Amará Jamás," "Él Me Mintió" (1981), and "Mi Buen Corazón" (1982) became enduring favorites on Los Angeles radio, particularly on KRCD-FM.
The arrival of her daughter, Ana Victoria, prompted Miguel to step away from recording to embrace motherhood. She made her return to the music scene in 1987 with her fourth album, El Pecado. Her fifth studio album, El Rostro del Amor, released in 1989, featured lyrics by Anahi van Zandweghe, and its title track was selected to honor Pope John Paul II during his visit to Mexico.
For her sixth album, Rompecorazones, Miguel explored the realm of ranchero music. Under the guidance of composer Federico Mendez, she selected songs, including the title track, which achieved significant success. In 1996, she traveled to Italy to record "Amame Una Vez Más." This album, also featuring lyrics by Anahi on the title track and most other songs, was released the same year to critical acclaim and strong sales in the United States and Latin America. The title track earned a nomination for a Lo Nuestro Award for Pop Song of the Year.
Miguel returned to the studio in 1998, releasing the album 5 Días the following year. This collection included a re-recorded version of "Así Como Hoy," produced by Diego Verdaguer. In 2005, she released Piedra de Afilar, a project co-produced by Verdaguer and newcomer multi-instrumentalist David Snow. This album marked a shift towards a more contemporary sound while retaining the polished production and memorable songs that defined her career. The album also featured a highly anticipated duet with Verdaguer, "Siempre Fuimos Dos," penned by Snow, Verdaguer, and Miguel
At 17, Miguel's life intertwined with that of Diego Verdaguer, a musician five years her senior, whom she would eventually marry. Verdaguer was already an established artist when Miguel joined his musical ensemble, Mediterráneo. The group found success in Los Angeles, but after catching the attention of a Univision executive, Miguel embarked on a solo path, with assistance from San Diego.
Her debut album, El Sonido Vol. 1, was recorded in 1981 and released the following year. Offering a distinct sound and style from Mediterráneo, the album proved to be a triumph. Subsequent releases followed shortly after. Her early hits like "Así No Te Amará Jamás," "Él Me Mintió" (1981), and "Mi Buen Corazón" (1982) became enduring favorites on Los Angeles radio, particularly on KRCD-FM.
The arrival of her daughter, Ana Victoria, prompted Miguel to step away from recording to embrace motherhood. She made her return to the music scene in 1987 with her fourth album, El Pecado. Her fifth studio album, El Rostro del Amor, released in 1989, featured lyrics by Anahi van Zandweghe, and its title track was selected to honor Pope John Paul II during his visit to Mexico.
For her sixth album, Rompecorazones, Miguel explored the realm of ranchero music. Under the guidance of composer Federico Mendez, she selected songs, including the title track, which achieved significant success. In 1996, she traveled to Italy to record "Amame Una Vez Más." This album, also featuring lyrics by Anahi on the title track and most other songs, was released the same year to critical acclaim and strong sales in the United States and Latin America. The title track earned a nomination for a Lo Nuestro Award for Pop Song of the Year.
Miguel returned to the studio in 1998, releasing the album 5 Días the following year. This collection included a re-recorded version of "Así Como Hoy," produced by Diego Verdaguer. In 2005, she released Piedra de Afilar, a project co-produced by Verdaguer and newcomer multi-instrumentalist David Snow. This album marked a shift towards a more contemporary sound while retaining the polished production and memorable songs that defined her career. The album also featured a highly anticipated duet with Verdaguer, "Siempre Fuimos Dos," penned by Snow, Verdaguer, and Miguel
