Arlington Vocalist OHMIYA Pours Her Heart Out on "Range Rover"

Sometimes Soundcloud's suggested and similar track algorithm comes in clutch. Back when I was writing a review to Sabrina Claudio's Confidently Lost, this track came up after "Too Much Too Late". Since then, I've consistently listened to it on almost a daily basis.[embed]https://soundcloud.com/mercurymiya/range-rover[/embed]Arkansas native Jamiya Phillips (juh-my-uh) or OHMIYA has always been a singer. At 9 years old, she began to capitalize on her talents after a family member's passing. It first began with a gift of a guitar from supporting parents. Phillips later learned the cello, drums and piano. Creating music further consumed her after being driven to create sounds with garage band on an iPhone 5c.A creative craft transitioned to pursuit after creating "Death of a Star": a song built on a beat, vocals and concept of stars transforming into black holes. Her name stems from the expression of her nickname: "Oh Miya".  One thing soon lead to another.

Turns out people actually liked me. I mean I never would've imagined. I pour out my heart and people are listening... actually listening.

OHMIYA is one of the many overlooked unsigned and self-managed talents lurking all over social media. The Arlington emigrate cultivated this track through an online studio and in-home mic.

I tried to inquire my heart and mind.

From the get go, it's easy to recognize the lyrical agony.  Miya exudes a well-rounded vocal range, reaching higher octaves at key points in "Range Rover". The British full-sized luxury SUV references am overarching metaphor emphasizing her drive in seeking freedom for herself and music.Follow Miya at @mercurymiya on social media to be continuously devoured by untreated melodies.