R&B Jazz Indie
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Label type Unsigned
Influences Stevie Wonder, Tori Amos, Gil Scott-Heron, Sting
Sounds like Stevie Wonder, Gil Scott-Heron
Members Anam Owili-Eger, vocals, keyboards, synth effects
James Cooper, bass
Peter Gaudioso, Drums
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These Subtle Declarations
Released: Feb, 28 2006 embed code
$5.0
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Reason to Be
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The Crying Shame
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The Moment
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40 | $0.99 | $ | |
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Day of Knowing
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The Coin
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Main Information
| Name | Anam Owili-Eger |
| Genre | R&B Jazz Indie |
| Website address | http://www.myspace.com/anamanam |
| We Music Store Url | wemusicstore.com/anamanam |
| About | Through his idiosyncratic piano playing and his uniquely soulful voice, singer/songwriter Anam Owili-Eger (uh-NAHM oh-WEE-lee ee-GAIR) defies genres by weaving a colorful fabric of soul, jazz, funk, folk and rock. With influences as diverse as Stevie Wonder, Jamiroquai, Tori Amos, Sting and McCoy Tyner, Anam's brand of alternative soul music captivates audiences not only through his playing, but also through his introspective--and sometimes dark or political--lyrics of love, loneliness, madness and mortality.
"It's important to me that each song tell a story," says Anam, a native of Philadelphia, PA. "Whether it tells a whole one from beginning to end, or just offers a quick glimpse into someone's life, I think the best songs not only take you somewhere musically, but also to another place and time." Anam released his debut solo EP, These Subtle Declarations, in February 2006. He celebrated the release of his EP on the main stage of the prestigious World Cafe Live in Philadelphia as part of PHI-TOWN, a major event produced and presented by the award-winning Curve Dominant Sound & Vision production company. Anam's song, "The Moment," was a finalist in the 2005 Singer/Songwriter Awards. "The Coin," was a semifinalist in the 2005 UK Songwriting Contest. |
| Press | Tim Dillinger, Stave Magazine (stavemagazine.com)
There's an old saying: Less is more. These Subtle Declarations is an EP that proves that saying true. Being the trained jazz musician that he is, we could have easily received an 80 minute disc packed with the genius that Owili-Eger clearly contains, but instead we get a five song EP with intimate production that truly showcases his brilliance with a maturity and confidence that surpasses his years. Recorded with Owili-Eger at keys with a bass and drum combo, These Subtle Declarations is a fusion of influences...Gil Scott-Heron meets Tori Amos with some Lonnie Liston Smith thrown in...but without copycatting anyone. The chords are jazz based, but there are influences from folk and rock that bleed through, truly setting these songs apart from anything I've heard in a long time. What shines brightest on this collection is the songwriting. I would go so far as to say that Anam Owili-Eger is one of the best new songwriters of the past 10 years. In an era where real songwriting seems to have been forgotten, Anam is a writer who truly is a craftsmen of song. Each word is specific and on purpose...no filler here. This collection of songs is a tour de force of the emotional landscape of the human psyche. "Reason To Be" is a naked and introspective look into one's coming of age, while "The Crying Shame", a tale of the worries and woes of love. "The Coin" takes on universal concerns, speaking for the disenfranchised and powerless. It is "The Moment", for me, which stands as the centerpiece of the album. It is breezy and jazzy...and is a quintessential example of what we can look forward to from a full length project. The lyric paints such a profound picture and Anam gives us an emotional and soaring vocal performance that lets us see the color and scenery that the lyric suggests. In short, this is a strong, strong effort from a triple threat--singer, songwriter, musician--who has a bright future ahead of him. Reviewed by Tim Dillinger (Music City Soulman, singer/songwriter – Nashville) |
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Contact Information
| City | Philadelphia |
| State | PA |
| Zip | 19145 |
| Country | United States |
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 | From Blue Feb, 11 2007 I knew there was something about you. I'm glad that I stayed to linger and listen as well as read. If you're interested in possibly collaborating, please do let me know.
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 | From Ron T. Dec, 10 2006 I really like your music. Hope to hear you live in the city sometime.
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 | From Jesse De La O Nov, 25 2006 Good jamms bro!
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Feb, 25 2007
Wishing you all the very best...
I recently found out that I'm one of 10 finalists from the music contest on here that is eligible to win $1000 at the end of the month. In order for me to win, I must have the highest amount of votes by members, album sales and overall activity on my profile.
The night of Valentine's Day (music IS my lover) I recorded a few songs and they are now for sale as well. If it's been a while since you've seen my profile, do take a listen. Please check out my myspace profile too- there's a lot more to see, read and hear there (I'm a writer and videographer as well).
*with respect and gratitude*
thank you for your time and consideration.
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