If an inquisitive mind, an open heart, and a beautiful soul took a walk and discussed what it means to Be, their conversation might sound like the music of philosophical folk songstress, Amanda West.

The California based songwriter has been singing since she was born, playing guitar since the tender age of 11, and performing over a decade. Listeners repeatedly note she has "the voice of an angel." To accompany her songs, West can play a light-hearted banjo, a pop-inspired piano, or a tribal...