Today, Susan announces the winner of ‘Susan’s Search” – the global competition to give someone the opportunity to duet on her forthcoming album, ‘The Gift.’
From thousands of entries Susan chose American medic Amber Stassi to fly to London later this month and join her in the recording studio. Susan called Amber personally yesterday (Thursday) evening, from her home in Blackburn, Scotland to break the news and congratulate her.
Amber Stassi, 33, is from Brewerton, New York. On hearing that she had won, the overwhelmed mother of three said, “I can’t believe I just spoke to Susan Boyle - never in my wildest dreams did I think I would win this competition! To receive this gift from Susan is truly a blessing and if I can pass this gift on to someone else who needs it like I did, that would be perfect. We have had some hard times. If my father was here now he would be so proud - I know he’s here in spirit, but this is a chance to give my kids a good memory and maybe a chance at a better life. I can’t believe I spoke with Susan - and that Susan and even Simon Cowell has seen my audition! This is crazy!!”
Amber Stassi will now embark on the journey of a lifetime - first stop, London to meet with Susan and her producer, Steve Mac.
“Susan’s Search” was one of YouTube’s most successful competitions ever and received one entry every six minutes after its launch.
Susan said, ” I never thought so many people would want to take part in this and I want to thank everyone. It was very hard to choose a winner as there are so many talented singers around the world. Amber really stood out for me, though. I enjoyed her audition clip very much - she has a lovely, very beautiful voice.”
Congratulations Amber! In my 30 years as a professional singer, I’ve been in contests, won and lost, and I’ve been a judge in many contests including Miss American (teen) competitions. Susan, I can really appreciate the tremendous task you undertook in staging this contest. Congratulations to both you and to Amber. I look forward to hearing the duet! As a police family, with a son in law enforcement, I appreciate the hard work your profession calls for.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6T79IsZKYwU
Wayne Campbell
Youtube: waynetx123
Artistic merit and creativity. Recording in an ambulance garage - was it for the ACOUSTICS or to be creative. Be honest now. I saw videos of people dressed like angels, singing by decorated Christmas trees, standing in stars, standing by a nativity/manger scene and holding babies. What is so creative about standing in an ambulance garage while singing a Christmas song? Seriously?
Amber’s voice has a beautiful country type twang to it and I think she sounded wonderful on her video. Congratulations Amber AND Susan. This should be a great album.
Most that entered this contest followed Susan’s request, to sing in their
home. If they knew displaying their work or volunteer background
would make them ( stand out ) more, we would see many TRULY talented
singers with different videos.
Susan, did you let the other 9 candidates (out of your Top 10) know that they had made it that far? It would offer a lot of encouragement to have been in at least the Top 10 . . .
Congratulations Amber! This award goes to no one more deserving!! You’ve cared for your community and your family so selflessly and I am so happy to see your dream come true!!! I am sure that your dad is beaming with pride from heaven above and your family is just overwhelmed in happiness. I am so very proud of you Amber…..soar with your dreams as far as they will take you…..Warm, warm wishes!!! Pam Thompson
Susan i knew you would pick a worthy winner i hope you enjoy the duet with her, it is the first time any star has done such a generous act and you should be applauded, it wass a great task foor you to undertake and i look forward to the CD best wishes Anna
Bravo Amber,,,you earned the duet opportunity with our wonderful voice and talent….Look forward to hearing the final product…
Osanbat9
I spoke the truth and now am set free. No more posting for me. Iluvsue can say all she can about Susan or tea. The truth is the truth is the truth. Byeeeeeeee!
