Oakland, California native Amar Khalil has come into his own in 2005 debuting a new album and musical artistry - a neo-soul, inspirational style that blends classic R&B and a little gospel, a touch of funk and a modest bit of hip hop with a whole lot of silky smooth soul. An accomplished singer who can handle lead and background vocals and improvisation equally well, Amar is an all-around talent as a songwriter, musician, dancer and actor. His rich vocal blends generally favor a very lyrical and introspective rhythm and blues, soulful approach reminiscent of his childhood favorites Donny Hathaway, the Jackson 5 and Stevie Wonder.

A bonafide musical prodigy, Amar polished his strong vocal skills while touring the world singing with his accomplished high school choir, "The Castleers." He solidified his professional musical relationship with the Bay Area music scene with repeat performances in the internationally acclaimed San Francisco musical  revue, "Beach Blanket Babylon"  and  collaborations  with

Amar Khalil

some of the best and most successful entertainers in the music industry including background vocals, choreography and touring with Con Funk Shun member and successful solo artist, Michael Cooper and top female group En Vogue. He has done session work with Foster/McElroy of 2-Tuff-Enuff Productions, jazz saxophonist J. Spencer, Dwayne Wiggins of Tony Toni Toné, Raphael Saadiq, rap artist Richie Rich and a host of other performers.

 
Amar has played clubs, concerts and festivals and has toured extensively throughout the US, Canada, and Japan. Amar has been with the Tony's since 1997 and has recently completed an 18-month tour as lead vocalist of the platinum-plus group, Tony Toni Toné, receiving rave reviews in Japan and the US and appearances on the BET Soundstage, the House of Blues and many other venues.