Amp Fiddler

📢 Exciting News! 🎉 Yesterday, the Detroit City Council approved “Amp Fiddler Day” to be honored & celebrated, annually for the city of Detroit, on May 16th, his birthday! 🎂 • There will be a MEDIA ONLY proclamation and presentation on Thursday, May 16, 2024. • Stay tuned for more details on a LARGER gathering to honor Amp’s incredible legacy, AND AMP FIDDLER DAY. #CampAmp #AmpFiddler #Music #Legacy

Thank you @local4news @realjayscottsmith • #AMPFIDDLERAVE #AMPFIDDLERDAY #repost • I had 5 different stories this week on @local4news , but this one felt personal. Three things have always been in my DNA: #Detroit, Baseball, and Music — particularly Hip-Hop and @amp_fiddler was one of the most influential figures in Hip Hop that may never have heard off, but his influence mattered. He was honored with a street being named after him and I was honored to be there to cover it.

We love you so much, Amp. • Thank you @local4news @realjayscottsmith • Last night’s reception was so beautiful. • Open now, through September 20, 2025. (Several have already discussed tours & field trips to the exhibit. • It’s also interactive - including stations to experiment with both of his Native Instruments sound design sample packs: “Amplified Funk” & “Conant Gardens”.) Elaine L. Jacob gallery: 480 W. Hancock Detroit 48201 __________________ Repost from Jay Scott Smith • Over the last week, a lot of y’all had incredible feedback on my story on the street dedication for @amp_fiddler . But more of you said you were surprised that he had such a thorough impact on music. Well, a new exhibit at Wayne State University looks at his life and musical legacy. And we told the story on @local4news .

🙏🏾👑 Happy Heavenly Birthday to our beloved AMP FIDDLER & HAPPY AMP FIDDLER DAY, Detroit!! “Amp Fiddler…Detroit’s portal to the World…the world’s connection to Detroit’s creative brilliance.” We love you, forever… • 🙏🏾👑 Join us Today • Saturday, May 16th — Detroit’s Annual Amp Fiddler Day — at @aedetroit 4750 Woodward Ave., (in the basement of the Hannan Center) as we gather together in love, unity & “Good Vibes” to officially announce the launch of Camp Amp Workshops, celebrate Amp’s legacy, create, & collaborate. • As institutions around the world prepare to host future Camp Amp workshops, we found it fitting to honor the announcement of this launch first in Detroit — the city he loved, remained and at the final location where he taught. • We are all joining in the spirit of Love. 💜 🎟️ Free limited tickets available. Reserve now. Link in bio. ________________________ CAMP AMP’s MISSION: Camp Amp honors Joseph “Amp” Fiddler’s legacy through music, mentorship, education, and collaboration — creating spaces where artists can learn, create, connect, and inspire future generations. Built on Amp’s spirit of humility, generosity, and “giving what he was given,” Camp Amp continues the global impact of his love, guidance, and artistic influence across generations and genres. 🎵 “Good Vibes” - Amp Fiddler @camp_amp_official #AmpFiddler #Legacy #CampAmp #ampfiddlerforever #music

• Thank you @michiganchronicle @andrejellington @jayallen6 for highlighting our celebration on Amp Fiddler Day. ✨Join us Saturday, May 16th — Detroit’s Annual Amp Fiddler Day — as we gather together in love to officially announce the launch of Camp Amp Workshops, celebrate Amp’s legacy, create, & collaborate. • As institutions around the world prepare to host future Camp Amp workshops, we found it fitting to honor the announcement of this launch first in Detroit — the city he loved, remained and at the final location where he taught. • We are all joining in the spirit of Love. 💜 🎟️ Free limited tickets available. Reserve now. Link in bio. ________________________ CAMP AMP’s MISSION: Camp Amp honors Joseph “Amp” Fiddler’s legacy through music, mentorship, education, and collaboration — creating spaces where artists can learn, create, connect, and inspire future generations. Built on Amp’s spirit of humility, generosity, and “giving what he was given,” Camp Amp continues the global impact of his love, guidance, and artistic influence across generations and genres. 🎵Track: “Dope” - Amp Fiddler @camp_amp_official #AmpFiddler #Legacy #CampAmp #ampfiddlerforever #music

🎓🎹 • AMP FIDDLER SCHOLARSHIP • 🎹🎓 • In continued recognition of Joseph “Amp” Fiddler’s lifelong dedication to mentorship, education & artist development, @aedetroit Audio Engineers of Detroit proudly announces the official launch of Camp Amp Workshops alongside the establishment of the $1,000 Amp Fiddler Scholarship — awarding 2 selected students the opportunity to participate in a music production-centered course through AED in partnership with Camp Amp, Inc. Scholarship applications: /amp-fiddler-scholarship/ ______________________________ • As institutions around the world prepare to host future Camp Amp workshops, we found it fitting to honor this launch first in Detroit — the city he loved, remained and at the final location where he taught. ✨ Join us Saturday, May 16th — Detroit’s Annual Amp Fiddler Day — as we gather together in love to celebrate Amp’s legacy, create, collaborate & officially announce the launch of Camp Amp Workshops. • Everyone is welcome to join in the spirit of Love. 💜 🎟️ Free limited tickets available. Reserve now. Link in bio. Scholarship applications: /amp-fiddler-scholarship/ ________________________ CAMP AMP’s MISSION: Camp Amp honors Joseph “Amp” Fiddler’s legacy through music, mentorship, education, and collaboration — creating spaces where artists can learn, create, connect, and inspire future generations. Built on Amp’s spirit of humility, generosity, and “giving what he was given,” Camp Amp continues the global impact of his love, guidance, and artistic influence across generations and genres. 🎵Track: “Grandma’s Radio” - Amp Fiddler & Soundboy aka BLAAQGOLD @blaaqgold (also a Camp Amp Alumni)✨ @camp_amp_official #AmpFiddler #Legacy #CampAmp

⚡️ AMP FIDDLER DAY  Celebration • CAMP AMP Workshop Launch⚡️ “From Detroit to the World — The Camp Amp Legacy Lives On.” On Saturday, May 16, 2026, we gather together to celebrate Detroit’s Annual “Amp Fiddler Day,” Amp Fiddler’s birthday, and the official kickoff launch of upcoming Camp Amp workshops. In honor of Detroit’s official Amp Fiddler Day, we are proud to host a special Camp Amp Workshop celebrating the life, legacy, mentorship, and global impact of Joseph “Amp” Fiddler. This workshop will be held at Audio Engineers of Detroit — the final location where Amp personally taught music production, music theory, and creative development to students in Detroit, continuing his lifelong commitment to mentorship and education. Attendees will be able to freely create, collaborate, network, and learn using on-site resources. Guests are also welcome to bring their own equipment, MPCs, laptops, instruments, and creative tools. 🎹 UPCOMING WORKSHOPS • HANDS-ON LEARNING: • Music Production • MPC / Beat Making • Recording Techniques • Keyboard Basics • Songwriting • Mentorship & More 📍 Audio Engineers of Detroit 4750 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48201 📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026 ⏰ 12PM–6PM 🎟 FREE ADMISSION (All ages are welcome.) ⚠️ Limited tickets available. Reserve now. Link in bio: /e/amp-fiddler-day-celebration-camp-amp-launch-audio-engineers-of-detroit-tickets-971154859327?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true 📧 [email protected] 📞 (313) 502-5295 🌐 CampAmpOfficial.org 🌐 aedetroit.com Amp believed in: “Giving what he was given.” @camp_amp_official #AmpFiddler #AmpFiddlerDay #CampAmp #DetroitMusic #MusicProduction MusicEducation • TheLegacyLives

• We are celebrating Amp Fiddler’s contributions, especially in the month of May. • 30 years ago, “Kiss from a Rose” by Seal earned 3 Grammy Awards at the 38th Annual Grammy Awards on February 28, 1996. In this clip, Amp Fiddler speaks candidly about his contributions and experiences during the London sessions for “Kiss from a Rose,” reflecting on how his musical journey prepared him for this moment — and for so many other legendary collaborations that preceded and followed. ________________________________ With so many collaborations, Amp’s work is heard daily…among many…and will continue to…forever… Across generations, genres, and cultures, Amp’s fingerprints remain woven into the soundtrack of everyday life. His artistry, musicianship, mentorship, and spirit continue to echo around the world… and always will. “Kiss from a Rose,” famously featured in Batman Forever, received three Grammy Awards in 1996: • Record of the Year • Song of the Year • Best Male Pop Vocal Performance Grateful to have recently received this from @grammys @recordingacademy in honor of Amp’s contributions. It will be placed in a dedicated space for CAMP AMP, Inc. @camp_amp_official _________________________________ We are proudly celebrating and honoring Amp Fiddler’s extraordinary contributions to music, culture, mentorship, and generations of artistry around the world. From Grammy award winning works - to unreleased basement exprimental tracks, Amp regarded them the same. We love you and we thank you, Amp. @amp_fiddler #ampfiddler #ampfiddlerforever #legacy #campamp #legend

🙏🏾 Wishing the Pistons the best in the playoffs. @detroitpistons • Repost from @amp_fiddler • 🙏🏾Thank you @detroitpistons for a great season & for this official jersey in honor of our beloved Amp Fiddler. @nba 🏀 It will be placed in a dedicated space for CAMP AMP, Inc. @camp_amp_official Song: “I Got It” - Amp Fiddler (feat. Alena), Motorcity Booty album _______________________ Amp was an amazing basketball player. Many of his lifelong friendships began on the court & he would often “annihilate” young competitors on tours. (with a smile) #Detroit #Pride #Pistons #AmpFiddler #CampAmp 🙏🏾 Amp Fiddler Forever 🙏🏾

• Voices of love and gratitude for Amp from a collective of “Camp Amp” artists — from Conant Gardens & extensions of this family — whose lives were shaped by his generosity, creativity, mentorship, and spirit. @camp_amp_official • Amp used everything in his hands and within his reach—his music, his gifts, his instruments, and his resources—to spread the love that lived in his heart. • His impact continues to echo through generations. • Thank you to John “Illa J” Yancey, Waajeed, Karriem Riggins, T3, and all who shared these recorded sentiments in honor of Amp’s memorial. @amp_fiddler @illajyanceyboy @waajeed @undergroundmusicacademy @karriemriggins1 @t3slum @officialslumvillage @franknitt #ampfiddler #campamp #legacy #conantgardens #music

• Congratulations @maxwell on the 30th anniversary of the “Urban Hang Suite” album. Thank you for the acknowledgement & love for Amp’s contributions to the album. (Amp is featured playing on this track, ‘Til the Cops Come Knocking’.) _______________________ Repost from @maxwell • step three if unconditional was a sound….. #3OMUHS dedicated to the memory and the magic of : @prince @michaeljackson @thedangelo and the greatest collaborators who are no longer with us but in love : leon ware , wah wah watson , mike pela and amp fiddler my gratitude to the cast of musicians and creators across all platforms from stage to cubicle who without their selfless service none of this would happen. be undefinable _______________ Repost from @amp_fiddler • • Thank you @maxwell / Song: ‘Til the Cops Come Knockin’ - Maxwell feat. Amp Fiddler Humble • Selfless • Giving #Maxwell #AmpFiddler #Anniversary #campamp

• March 23, 1947 – December 6, 2021 • 💜🙏🏾 Happy Heavenly Birthday, Deborah Lee Fiddler 🙏🏾💜 Yesterday marked Deb’s birthday — a day to honor a woman whose love for family and friends was unwavering and unconditional. Amp deeply appreciated her constant presence, her generous spirit, and her willingness to always step in and step up whenever she was needed. A steadfast sister and devoted mother-figure, Deb was a source of strength, care, and reliability — always present, always supportive, always giving.