[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 19 (Thursday, February 1, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H375]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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                  CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF AMP FIDDLER

  (Ms. TLAIB asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Ms. TLAIB. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate the life and legacy of 
Joseph ``Amp'' Fiddler as we mourn his passing.
  Amp Fiddler was born in Detroit and grew up surrounded by the sounds 
of Motown, rock, jazz, funk, and electronic music.
  His big break came when he joined the legendary George Clinton 
Parliament Funkadelic. It was during this time that Amp honed his 
skills on the keyboard and synthesizers, contributing significantly to 
the band's distinctive sound.
  Fiddler collaborated with many notable artists, like Prince and is 
credited with helping launch the pioneering hip-hop sounds of our own 
Detroit's legendary J Dilla.
  He enjoyed a long and successful solo career, marked by his 
distinctive blend of funk and contemporary sounds. Fiddler always 
remained humble and dedicated to his craft and our community.
  Please join me in recognizing Amp Fiddler, a true guiding force for 
Detroit's musical culture as we mourn his loss.

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