Samantha

Samantha Nelson-Philipp is a singer, songwriter, vocal coach, and creative visionary with a passion for helping artists unlock their full potential — both on and off the stage.

A graduate of Berklee College of Music, Samantha has spent years working professionally throughout the music industry as a session singer, background vocalist, songwriter, and creative collaborator. Her career has included work with artists such as Demi Lovato, Kanye West, Kirk Franklin, Keith Urban, Tyler, the Creator, Deborah Cox, Sean Kingston, and Duran Duran, among others.

In addition to performing, Samantha is also a published songwriter with Universal Music Publishing Group, where she has developed music for major artists and projects across multiple genres.

Through years of performing professionally, Samantha discovered that true artistry is about more than just talent — it's about confidence, discipline, mindset, emotional connection, and learning how to use your voice authentically. That realization became the inspiration behind Ultimate Music Academy.

Samantha is also the author of Unlocked: Giving You the Keys to Sing Like a Pro!, a book series designed to help aspiring vocalists understand the foundations of professional singing, artistry, and vocal confidence.

Whether working with young beginners, aspiring professionals, worship leaders, or seasoned vocalists, Samantha believes every student has something valuable to say — and that with the right guidance, every voice can be unlocked.