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aquavenus
- singer, bassist
aquavenus
- singer, bassist
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» label: unsigned
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AquaVenus
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AquaVenus is a Portland, Oregon band that writes and plays original music that features up-tempo Latin rhythms paired with melodic Rock for a unique and soulful sound.
Sonia’s voice (lead singer, bassist) has been compared to Astrud Gilberto and Sade for its smooth and sultry clarity. Her compelling story-telling and emotional depth offers a rare sincerity.
Hollow Reed is the sonic architect behind the band’s sound. He played guitar, piano and drums in addition to arranging, engineering and producing all the songs.
About half the songs on the debut disc have a Latin rhythm and feel to them. But there's a couple ballads like this “This Prayer” and “Imagine A World” that might pull a heart string or two.
The rock tunes, “Gator In A Monkey Suit,” A Letter To The President,” and “Intimidation.” add soul to the grittier side of life and rock the house down with social/political street smarts.
Sonia’s voice (lead singer, bassist) has been compared to Astrud Gilberto and Sade for its smooth and sultry clarity. Her compelling story-telling and emotional depth offers a rare sincerity.
Hollow Reed is the sonic architect behind the band’s sound. He played guitar, piano and drums in addition to arranging, engineering and producing all the songs.
About half the songs on the debut disc have a Latin rhythm and feel to them. But there's a couple ballads like this “This Prayer” and “Imagine A World” that might pull a heart string or two.
The rock tunes, “Gator In A Monkey Suit,” A Letter To The President,” and “Intimidation.” add soul to the grittier side of life and rock the house down with social/political street smarts.
Why this name?
It came to me in a moment of reflection. I was trying to describe the essence of how I feel in words and it was AquaVenus.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
It allows artists themselves to begin to take more control over their own careers, rather than being beholden to the "gatekeepers" in the record industry.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
That depends on the details of the deal, of course. More on this later...
Your influences?
Sade, Stevie Wonder, Astrud Gilberto
Equipment used:
Fender Jazz Bass and Guitars, Roland, Edirol, Cakewalk, M-Audio, Emu
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