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Amanda Ghost

Music Executive, Film Producer, Songwriter & Singer

London, UK

Amanda Ghost

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Amanda Ghost’s Biography

Amanda Ghost, born Amanda Louisa Gosein, is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry, with an impressive career as an award-winning songwriter, music executive and producer and, more recently, as a film producer.

Ghost's career began as a singer-songwriter, culminating in the release of her debut album “Ghost Stories” in 2000, under Warner Bros. Records. The album showcased her distinctive voice and unique sound, blending alternative rock, electronica, and trip-hop. She later transitioned into songwriting and production, co-creating global hits such as James Blunt's "You're Beautiful", Beyoncé and Shakira's "Beautiful Liar", and Jordin Sparks' "Tattoo." These successes earned her three Ivor Novello Awards, six Grammy nominations, and a Golden Globe nomination for her song "Once in a Lifetime", the title track to Beyoncé’s film “Cadillac Records”.

In 2009, Ghost’s career took a significant leap when she was named president of Epic Records. During her brief tenure, Epic almost doubled its market share. She went on to found Outsiders record label, a joint venture with Universal... Amanda Ghost, born Amanda Louisa Gosein, is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry, with an impressive career as an award-winning songwriter, music executive and producer and, more recently, as a film producer.

Ghost's career began as a singer-songwriter, culminating in the release of her debut album “Ghost Stories” in 2000, under Warner Bros. Records. The album showcased her distinctive voice and unique sound, blending alternative rock, electronica, and trip-hop. She later transitioned into songwriting and production, co-creating global hits such as James Blunt's "You're Beautiful", Beyoncé and Shakira's "Beautiful Liar", and Jordin Sparks' "Tattoo." These successes earned her three Ivor Novello Awards, six Grammy nominations, and a Golden Globe nomination for her song "Once in a Lifetime", the title track to Beyoncé’s film “Cadillac Records”.

In 2009, Ghost’s career took a significant leap when she was named president of Epic Records. During her brief tenure, Epic almost doubled its market share. She went on to found Outsiders record label, a joint venture with Universal Music Group.

Together with her husband, film and TV producer Gregor Cameron, Ghost co-founded film, theatre, and music production company UNIGRAM in 2015. UNIGRAM’s diverse projects allow Ghost to merge her music industry insights with film and theatre production and range from films such as “Tetris”, to a musical version of “The Great Gatsby”.

In 2019, Amanda was appointed CEO of UNIGRAM’s sister company, AI Film, an independent film finance and executive production company. Notable output includes the multi-award-winning biopic "I, Tonya", starring Margot Robbie, and Mel Gibson’s Academy Award-winning "Hacksaw Ridge". READ MORE VIEW LESS

Amanda Ghost’s Background

AI Film

Chair & CEO

2019 - Present

London, UK

AI Film is an independent film finance and executive production company. Established in 2013, AI Film collaborates with international filmmakers and production partners, such as sister company UNIGRAM, to create quality commercial cinema.

UNIGRAM

Founding Partner

2015 - Present

London, UK

UNIGRAM is a film, theatre, and music production company founded in 2015 by Amanda Ghost and Gregor Cameron. The company produces films and creates and produces original movie and theatre scores.

Outsiders

CEO

2010 - Present

Outsiders Records was a joint venture between Universal Music Group (UMG) and Amanda Ghost. The label focused on discovering and nurturing new talent, aiming to bring innovative and diverse music to a global audience.

Epic Records

President

2009 - 2010

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Epic Records, founded in 1953, is an American record label owned by Sony Music Entertainment. Initially focused on jazz and classical music, it now spans various genres including pop, rock, R&B, and hip-hop, promoting diverse and influential artists including Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez, Outkast and Ozzy Osbourne.

Plan A Records

2008 - Present

Amanda released her second record, 'Blood on the Line', on her own record label, Plan A Records.

Singer and songwriter

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Amanda’s first recording contract was in 2000 with Warner Bros in Los Angeles where she recorded her album, "Ghost Stories".

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Amanda Ghost’s Gallery

Interviews

Music executive Amanda Ghost: she’s the boss — and no mistake

Interviewee

Jul 2022

London, UK

Amanda Ghost talks to the FT about her experience of racism and sexism in the music industry, and how she has transitioned from artist to head of her own production company, UNIGRAM.

Ghost writer: the unsung star of British music

Interviewee

Nov 2007

London, UK

Amanda Ghost talks to The Independent about her highs and lows in the music industry, and what she has learnt from her experiences.

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Publications

Blood on the Line

EP

2006

"Blood on the Line" is a 2006 EP featuring four tracks blending folk rock and indie elements, including "Deep Water" and "Time Machine" co-written by Boy George (George O'Dowd).

Ghost Stories

Record Album

2000

Amanda Ghost’s debut album, "Ghost Stories", was released by Warner Bros in 2000. The music is a combination of alternative rock with elements of electronica and trip-hop, and also includes other musical styles such as trance, breakbeat, and classical music. The album was praised for its lyrical depth and innovative production.

Awards & Recognition

Ivor Novello Award

Three-time Winner

London, UK

Amanda Ghost has won three Ivor Novello Awards. She received one of these awards for co-writing James Blunt's hit "You're Beautiful" (2005), and another for "Beautiful Liar," a collaboration with Beyoncé and Shakira, which was named the Best-Selling British Song at the 2008 Ivor Novello Awards

Grammy Award

Six-time Nominee

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Amanda Ghost has been nominated for six Grammy Awards. In 2010 she was nominated twice, her first nomination was as a co-producer on Beyoncé’s album “I Am… Sasha Fierce,” and the second was for the song “Once in a Lifetime,” which she co-wrote and was nominated for Best Song Written for a Motion Picture.

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Press Releases

Gregor Cameron and Amanda Ghost partner with Access Industries to launch independent British production company, UNIGRAM

Sep 2015

London, UK