[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 20 (Monday, February 5, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E112]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE LEGACY OF JOSEPH ANTHONY ``AMP'' FIDDLER

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                           HON. RASHIDA TLAIB

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, February 5, 2024

  Ms. TLAIB. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to celebrate the life and legacy 
of Joseph Anthony Fiddler, better known as ``Amp,'' as we mourn his 
passing.
  Amp Fiddler was born May 16, 1958 in Detroit, Michigan. His family 
instilled in him a deep appreciation for music. He grew up surrounded 
by the sounds of Detroit's Motown, rock, jazz, and funk. As a child, 
Mr. Fiddler studied piano and eventually keyboard. He found his first 
professional work as a musician with Enchantment, a Detroit-based soul 
act. He was eventually discovered by the legendary George Clinton and 
went on to perform regularly with Parliament-Funkadelic between 1985 
and 1996. It was during this time that Fiddler honed his skills on the 
keyboard and synthesizers, contributing significantly to the band's 
distinctive sound.
  Beyond his work with P-Funk, Fiddler collaborated with notable 
artists such as Prince, Seal, and Maxwell. His studio, Camp Amp, became 
a hub for aspiring musicians. He mentored J Dilla, another notable 
Detroit musician, putting him on the path to developing his signature 
style. Fiddler enjoyed a successful solo career, marked by his blending 
of classic funk with contemporary sound, in addition to his numerous 
collaborations. Despite his stellar career, Fiddler always remained 
humble and dedicated to his craft and community.
  Please join me in recognizing the musical contributions of Amp 
Fiddler, a true guiding force for Detroit's musical culture, as we 
mourn his loss.

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