Welcome to Mandyland! I'm so glad you're here.

​I'm a multi-passionate creative who loves to sing, act, write,
arrange and, well... make stuff!

Whether I'm performing live, filming a scene, arranging vocals,
or writing a song, it all comes from the same creative place:
​a deep desire to explore what it means to be human.

SINGER

Warmth. Precision. Expression.
With a 3+ octave range, Mandy can deliver a power ballad or a soft lullaby.  She's a studio pro who has recorded at Capitol Records.  As a featured soloist, she's performed in 22 countries. She's been backed by 95-piece orchestras to sold out crowds.

ACTRESS

Mandy is like the younger sister of Jane Krakowski with the girl-next-door charm of Drew Barrymore.  In addition to outside projects, she  creates content and keeps her skills sharp with classes at Lesly Kahn &Co.

NEWS 

Mandy featured on Be a Force Podcast

It was a pleasure speaking with Melissa about my journey through the music business, how I balance music with acting and other creative ventures, and what the future holds. I hope this podcast brings some inspiration! Listen here:

New Press for Just Like a Woman

I've had some great interviews about the album. Check them out here:
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Photo by Miriam Brummel at Even Keel Imagery

New Album drops March 8th: Just Like a Woman

I believe that a great song is like a diamond: you turn it a little bit, and new light shines. The inspiration for this album was to do covers of some of my favorite male rockers, but on my own terms and in my own way.  I wanted to reinvent these songs and tell them from a female perspective. 
So I began working on brand new arrangements of songs by The Beatles, Queen, Billy Joel, and more. Soon I was relating the lyrics to things I’d experienced as a woman and I had found a story with each song, and in an album order that tells a journey to and through womanhood.

Even though most people listen to songs individually these days, I love the idea of a whole album that has a cohesive theme and concept. Whether you enjoy these songs separately or as part of the journey, I want each listener to feel inspired and empowered.
​-Mandy
Photo by Even Keel Imagery

New Frozen 2 Cover of Into the Unknown

Being a HUGE Disney fan, couldn't resist this one. What an incredible song and incredible movie!

Christmas Show at the Santa Monica Playhouse- 
​Monday, December 16th at 8PM

New, LIVE Video: Celine Dion's Power of Love
      Celine Dion has always been my biggest singing inspiration. Not only does she have the most amazing pipes (and mixed belt), she always sings from the heart. 

       Hope you enjoy this live-recorded cover of one of her early hits, The Power of Love.  Be sure to follow me on Facebook and Instagram (@lifeofmandydickson) for regular cover songs!
    

Summer 2019- TWO new Singles!

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Be sure to check out these new Singles- just in time to add to a Summer Playlist!

Just Jump In is Mandy's first commercially released original song. With an infectious melody and uplifting lyrics, this song draws upon some of her favorite artists: Jason Mraz, Ingrid Michaelson, and Colbie Caillat. Great to listen to at the Beach, Pool, or on a summer road trip!

Rocket Man is a sneak peak of Mandy's upcoming album, released a little early to celebrate with the new film of the same name. Always a huge Elton John fan, Mandy wanted to celebrate one of his best songs with a unique cover. 

Both songs are available on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Music, & anywhere you can find digital music!

Summer 2019- On tour with Engelbert Humperdinck!

Mandy is THRILLED to be joining international superstar and legend Engelbert Humperdinck on tour as a background vocalist. Engelbert has sold over 145 million records worldwide in his incredible career so far. It will be a tremendous honor to share the stage with him.


​Spring 2019
Disney World BEAT! tour

          Mandy just returned from a successful premiere tour of the new concert series Disney World BEAT! in Japan.
Featuring the Brad Kelley Big Band and 4 singers, the concert was sold out in every venue, including the acclaimed Suntory Hall in Tokyo.
          In addition to performing, Mandy Vocal Directed. From finding the right singers for the project, to rehearsing and staging, to the final bow, it was a total joy to be part of this project in this role!

Spring 2019
New Single: Here Comes the Sun

 Follow Mandy as she takes you on a journey that begins with just a whisper of hope and ends in a jubilant rock exultation.
​ This is nothing like the Beatles' song.

Available on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. 

January 2019

WOW! What an amazing end to 2018.
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Mandy performed at Victoria Concert Hall to sold out crowds as the Singapore Symphony's Guest Soloist.  In addition to the incredible Orchestra, the Singapore Youth, Children's, and Adult Choir's were incredible! 
Favorite solo's included: I'll Be Home For Christmas,  That's Christmas to Me, This is My Wish, Mele Kalikimaka, and I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas. And It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year. And Somewhere in my Memory. OK, I can't pick!! They were all so much fun!
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A huge thank you to Conductor Joshua Tan and to everyone working on and off stage at the Singapore Symphony. You all made me feel right at home!

In addition to these exciting performances, I also performed in Los Angeles with The Other Reindeer, Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers, and Business Time Entertainment. Ended the year with an awesome New Year's gig at the Lake Arrowhead Country Club.

Can't wait to see what 2019 brings!

October 2018

Mandy will be a guest Soloist with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra this December. The concerts will be held at Victoria Concert Hall.  The concerts will also feature Conductor Joshua Tan, arrangements by David Bawiec, and three choirs.
​More info at:
​https://www.sso.org.sg/families/sso-christmas-concert

Summer 2018

It's been a great summer!
  •  I signed with Impact Talent Group. They are representing me commercially and theatrically. 
  • New Headshots! 
  • Here are some Angelic Choir Vocals I recorded recently for a film.
  • Performing every weekend with Business Time Entertainment.
  • ​Signed with Idiom Talent for Voiceover
I also took trips to London and Paris this summer to visit my husband, Tim, while he was on tour.
​Take me back! :)
APRIL 2018
​This month has been busy so far:
  • ​Released a single on iTunes and Streaming  (Never Enough from The Greatest Showman)
  • Recorded vocals for a short film. Can't wait to see and hear the finished product- it's going to be hilarious!
  • Recording demos for a rock musical
  • Playing Penny in The Big Bang Theory for a USC Directing class with Andy Cadiff
  • ​Filming a new comedy short
  • ​Performances every weekend with Business Time Entertainment!

MARCH 2018

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MARCH 2018
This month I had the privilege of Vocal Directing and performing in a new Disney show! It's a Big Band take on classic Disney songs...
We recorded an album at CAPITOL RECORDS! What a dream come true!

January 2018

Just got back from an Asia tour! What a whirlwind, amazing experience. Singing "Let it Go" to thousands of people, backed by a 75-piece Orchestra.... words cannot describe the incredible rush. I am so grateful to have had that experience!