Michael Amante, one of the most talked about upcoming singers on either side of the pop/classical divide, Michael certainly knows how to sing. In a word, his voice is inspired. Some have even attributed healing properties to his inspirational recording entitled "Humbled," a collection of treasured melodies and powerful contemporary Christian spirituals. It's an indisputable fact backed up by his fast-expanding fan base, a strong entertainment industry buzz and rave reviews.

A quick sampling reveals the momentum building behind this extraordinary young performer and recording artist. The New York Times dubbed Michael "a swashbuckling tenor who exhibits the voice and charisma of a crossover star."  "Amante rewrites the book on anyone's idea of what a tenor can be," asserts the Philadelphia Exclusive, while the New York Post summed it up succinctly with the title "The golden voiced tenor." Add to that the kudos of his fellow entertainers, including Regis Philbin, who chimed in with "The Fourth Tenor," and Tony Bennett, who lauds Amante as "The next Mario Lanza," and you've got some idea of the excitement being generated by this upstate New York native.

Amante may well be one of the most versatile and gifted performers anywhere as he is able to sing in variety of languages including, Italian, Spanish, French, German and Latin. He also regularly records and performs in a mind blowing array of styles including High Classical, Pop/Rock, Gospel and Broadway with a flair, finesse and finely crafted artistry that puts this virtuoso vocalist firmly in a class of one.

Michael Amante's self-titled debut album is one of the bestselling recordings of its kind, placing him number one on the Billboard magazine's chart. It is a collection of the greatest and most challenging operatic areas and art songs with Michael sustaining high notes that other artist only dream about. His second effort, Tell Her I Love Her is a blend of song styling that reflects the fun, romantic music Amante excels at performing in his concerts. Michael covers a full spectrum of material, from opera classics to enduring pop standards. The legendary Phil Ramone produces Tell Her I Love Her, as he also joins forces with composing greats Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil on the co-composition "Last Morning of My Life," one of two tracks showcasing Amante's emerging talent as a songwriter. Together with the infamous songwriter/arranger Herb Bernstein, he produced his third and most personal release to date Humbled. Amante, who is an outspoken supporter of Judeo/Christian ethics and traditional family values, calls this work the answer to prayer, as he had to overcome many obstacles and barriers in order to produce this breathtaking recording.

Michael Amante has performed to sold-out audiences across the country including The Stardust Casino and Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, The Sands Casino in Atlantic City, New York City's Lincoln Center and Town Hall, Heinz Hall in Pittsburgh and a vast number of major venues seating 1,000 to 8,000 attendees. He has appeared on "Live with Regis Philbin," ABC's "The View" with Barbara Walters, "The Best Damn Sports Show, Period" with Tom Arnold, "Fox 5 Morning Show" on Fox, "The Tony Danza Show," and "Emeril Live" with Emeril Lagasse on the Food Network.

He has also performed for a myriad of nationally televised sporting events including baseball, basketball, football, hockey, tennis, soccer, horse racing and boxing at the most well known arenas including Madison Square Garden, Shea Stadium, Camden Yards, Foxborough Field, The U.S Open, The Belmont Park Raceway and Giants Stadium.

His PBS special entitled "Michael Amante" received a regional Emmy Award nomination and has been used by Public Broadcasting to raise tens of thousands of dollars during their annual pledge drives. He has been seen and heard in a number of made-for-television films as well as national television commercials. He has given performances for countless dignitaries including former US presidents Gerald Ford, George H.W. Bush, and Bill Clinton, UN Secretary General Kofi Annan and other ambassadors. He has performed personally for Luciano Pavarotti, Sophia Loren, Sidney Poitier, Denzel Washington, Julia Roberts and a host of celebrities that would make the Oscar Awards blush.

Michael Amante considers his adoring fans as not merely spectators but part of his family and invites one and all to regard him as such as well. Amante is not only a performing artist but is also a gourmet chef as well, having his recipes published in Pasta magazine. He worked with emotionally handicapped and socially maladjusted children for nine years and continues a strong relationship with his church in central New York. If that were not enough, he is also an accomplished fine artist and graphic designer creating artwork for music recordings and works of literature. Painting, illustrating, sculpting and carpentry round out his training and extreme talents. Michael Amante represents a return to the multi-faceted artists of the great renaissance who embraced all that encompassed their lives - art, music, architecture, romance, family, fine food and ultimately, faith.