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***Nominated for Favorite World Artist at The 2010 Annual Independent Music
Awards!~
and 4 Awards at the 2009 Canadian Reggae Music Awards ***
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* Nominated for Favorite World Artist at The 2010 Annual Independent Music
Awards! and 4 Awards at the 2009 Canadian Reggae Music Awards
www.auresia.com
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Biography
A NEW REGGAE STAR RISES IN THE CANADIAN MUSIC SKY
AURESIA Nominated for Favorite World Artist at 2010 Independent Music Awards!
AURESIA Nominated for 4 Categories (best singer, best new artist, best album, best producer) at the 2009 Canadian Reggae Music Awards-
AURESIA on the Cover of SPRING 2009 REGGAE XCLUSIVE MAGAZINE
AURESIA: one of Montreal's top female reggae artists, RELEASES HER SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM in November 2008.
"Every track on this album is deep and delicious, with bass sweetness and dub- informed production...it's obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching."--- David Dacks, Exclaim!, 02.03.09
"If there ever was a time, since Bob Marley where Reggae could actually penetrate popular music, Auresia definitely has the potential to do it." --Duke Eatmon, CBC Radio 1, Home Run,
"One of the most distinctive things about Auresia's music is that although like many singers here and abroad, she writes good and meaningful lyrics, she also has the very rare (at least in reggae) ability to compose and play the music beautifully as well. She is a consummate musician, a skillful singer and deftly uses her voice as one of the instruments in the mix. Auresia is one of the few people left who truly understands the value of non-synthesized sounds and is the first female reggae producer from Quebec I have ever heard, and one of the first Canadians this year to properly orchestrate/arrange a horn section, complete with melodica. Proper!" -- DJ Chocolate, CKLN Toronto
Here is a new breed of Reggae for the urban soul; deep roots riddims swathed by the melodies of Auresia's sweet and haunting voice. Co-produced with Montreal musician David Lines (Kali & Dub Inc, Mongrels), Auresia's album was three years in the making, and having recently lost her mother to domestic violence, she has dedicated this effort to helping empower women.
"Auresia is one of Montreal's top reggae talent. Her melodic voice and original style stand her apart from the rest. She will be creating big waves with her new album" --Loralie Bromby, Rize Productions, Montreal, Quebec
" Auresia has a style of her own, and explores a surprising variety of reggae sounds in her album. Her album launch was a unique opportunity to see the talented young singer/songwriter live in all her splendor." -- Isabelle Sauriol & David Meffe- The Plant,Dawson, Montreal, 04.12.08
BIOGRAPHY
Auresia is a singer, songwriter and guitarist and she is breaking new ground on the Canadian Reggae Scene. Born in Edmonton of Ukrainian decent, Auresia has been singing and charming audiences from the age of three. Her voice is sweet and soulful coupled with a musical style that is mystically modern, yet at the same time firmly planted in roots reggae music. Her intricate melodies , beautiful harmonies and combination of soul and rnb dedicates implaceable to a particular genre or style. Her fans compare her to Dezarie, Sade, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Etana, etc.
Auresia always puts on a great show, filled with high-energy and positive vibes, she captivates the audience with her meditative vocals. With Auresia and her band, they put on full- energy show sure to move the audiences' hearts and feet. After years of performing in Europe, the US, Jamaica, and both sides of Canada, singer, songwriter and producer Auresia has developed a strong fan base.
Auresia has played Montreal International Reggae Festival (2008-09), Ottawa Int'l Reggae Festival (2009), Toronto Rastafest, Koots Roots Festival (Ymir, BC) , headlined the 2009 Cortes Arts Festival, the Queens of Reggae series. (2006-2009). She's also played at various Clubs in Western Europe and in Jamaica.
She has shared the stage with Shaggy, Ky-Mani Marley, Sanchez, Sugar Minott, Tanya Stephens, Sister Nancy, Queen Ifrica, Tony Rebel, Clinton Fearon, and Canadian legends Ibo & Kindread and Kali & Dub Inc.
With the release of her new album in November 2008, she takes her game to a whole new level in the international reggae arena. Her music is blasted on College Radio across Canada and is aired on CBC 1, 2 and 3, including regular play on Metro Morning, Home Run and CBC Saturday Morning show, College radio in USA and Europe, and on Jamaica's Irie FM.
"Auresia is one of Montreal's top reggae talent. Her melodic voice and original style stand her apart from the rest. She will be creating big waves with her new album" --Loralie Bromby, Rize Productions, Montreal, Quebec
"I find Auresia's music to be uplifting and crafted. The unique mixture of styles leads to an enjoyable listening experience. Her ethereal vocals and well placed arrangements are a breath of fresh air in the modern reggae world." -- Dave Sturton, Dna Productions, Montreal, Quebec
"Auresia is Montreal's own Queen of Reggae! Her combination of reggae, RnB and roots own her a style that is uniquely her own." -- Empress Soul, Positive Creations Music Collective, Canada
Instrumentation
Auresia can perform solo or with her 11-piece band! Her band can always be stripped down accordingly to accommodate the type of show.
Auresia- Lead Vocals, Guitar, Melodica, Djembe
Dave Lines- Keys, Melodica
Kali Hayes Thurton- Electric Guitar
Elie Mercier- Drums
Alain Burr- Bass
Mathieu Van Vliet- Trombone
Nicolas Boulay- Trumpet
Jean Francois Ouellet- Tenor Sax
Alexandre Lavoie- Flute
Michelle Tompkins- Backing Vocals
Rosemary Currie- Backing Vocals
Discography
AURESIA- Original self-titled debut album dropped November 2008!
* 'Auresia' Nominated at 2009 Canadian Reggae Music Awards for Best Album and Best Producer.
Auresia Album was given 8/10 in The Montreal Mirror.
Auresia's tunes from the album receive generous airplay across College Radio Stations in Canada, CBC Radio 1, 2 and 3.
Auresia spotlighted on CBC Radio 1's Home Run as 'Artist of the Week'
AURESIA's 1st single: Jah Goddess received regular airplay on Jamaica's Irie FM
Auresia, singer, songwriter and guitarist is breaking new ground on the Canadian Reggae Scene. Born in Edmonton of Ukrainian decent, Auresia has been singing and charming audiences from the age of three. Her style is a new breed of Reggae for the urban soul; deep roots riddims swathed by the melodies of Auresia’s sweet and haunting voice. Her intricate melodies , beautiful harmonies and combination of soul and rnb dedicates implaceable to a particular genre or style. Her fans compare her to Sade, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Bjork, with even Ani Difranco, Jill Scott, India Arie.
Auresia always puts on a great show, filled with high-energy and positive vibes, she captivates the audience with her meditative vocals. After years of performing in Europe, the US, Jamaica, and both sides of Canada, singer, songwriter and producer Auresia has developed a strong fan base.
Auresia has played Toronto Sistah Fest 2009, Montreal International Reggae Festival (2008-09), Ottawa Int’l Reggae Fest 2009, Cortes Arts Fest 2009, Toronto Rastafest (2007), Koots Roots Festival (Ymir, BC) , the Queens of Reggae series. (2006-2008). She’s also played at various Clubs in Western Europe and in Jamaica.
DISCOGRAPHY
"One of the most distinctive things about Auresia's music is that although like many singers here and abroad, she writes good and meaningful lyrics, she also has the very rare (at least in reggae) ability to compose and play the music beautifully as well. She is a consummate musician, a skillful singer and deftly uses her voice as one of the instruments in the mix. Auresia is one of the few people left who truly understands the value of non-synthesized sounds and is the first female reggae producer from Quebec I have ever heard, and one of the first Canadians this year to properly orchestrate/arrange a horn section, complete with melodica; Proper!"- DJ Chocolate, Radio DJ CKLN, Toronto, ONT“I find Auresia's music to be uplifting and crafted. The unique mixture of styles leads to an enjoyable listening experience. Her ethereal vocals and well placed arrangements are a breath of fresh air in the modern reggae world.”- Dave Sturton, Dna Productions, Montreal, Quebec
"This Montreal singer's debut is a thoroughly captivating disc, with more inventive hooks and melodic touches than most roots albums. When it all comes together on majestic tracks like the Augustus Pablo-flavoured "Jah Goddess" and the heartfelt and focused tribute to her mother, "Echoes of Fall," it's obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching. Every track on this album is deep and delicious, with bass sweetness and dub-informed production." -- David Dacks, Exclaim! Feb/March 2009She has shared the stage with Ky-Mani Marley, Sanchez, Tanya Stephens, Shaggy, Sister Nancy, Clinton Fearon, Pressure, and Canadian legends Ibo & Kindread and Kali & Dub Inc.
Auresia has been nominated in 4 Categories of the 2009 Canadian Reggae Awards: Best Newcomer, Best Female Singer, Best Album and Best Producer. With the release of her new album in November 2008, she takes her game to a whole new level in the international reggae arena. Her music is blasted on College Radio across Canada and is aired on CBC Metro Morning, Home Run and CBC Saturday Morning show, Jamaica’s Irie FM and starting to take off at College Radio across USA and Europe. "Auresia is one of Montreal's top reggae talent. Her melodic voice and original style stand her apart from the rest. She will be creating big waves with her new album"- Loralie Bromby, Rize Productions, Montreal, Quebec
NEWS
AURESIA NOMINATED FOR 4 AWARDS(Top Newcomer, Top Singer(female), Top Album, Top Producer) at the 2009 CANADIAN REGGAE MUSIC AWARDS!
“If there ever was a time, since Bob Marley where Reggae could actually penetrate popular music, Auresia definitely has the potential.” -- Duke’s Pick of the Week, CBC Radio 1, Home Run.
AURESIA receives generous airplay on CBC Radio 1, 2 and College radio across Canada!
December 2008: SPOTLIGHT ARTIST OF THE WEEK: AURESIA ON CBC RADIO 1!!!November, 2008:
AURESIA RELEASES HER DEBUT
SELF-TITLED ALBUM !!
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Buy / Downloadfrom Bullfrog Music (CAN)
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING…
"This Montreal singer's debut is a thoroughly captivating disc, with more inventive hooks and melodic touches than most roots albums. When it all comes together on majestic tracks like the Augustus Pablo-flavoured "Jah Goddess" and the heartfelt and focused tribute to her mother, "Echoes of Fall," it's obvious that Auresia is a talent worth watching. Every track on this album is deep and delicious, with bass sweetness and dub-informed production."
-- David Dacks, Exclaim! Feb/March 2009
“… a stylish and smooth reggae recording that speaks both a personal and universal truth. Auresia's passionate approach to music and life helps explain why the album garnered four nominations at this year's Canadian Reggae Music Awards, in the categories of Top Newcomer, Top Song, Top Producer and Top Album.”
-- Francois Marchand, July 9, 2009 Edmonton Journal.
“Montreal has produced an artist who can run the range of Jamaician influence - Auresia. Tunes like “Give a Little Time” and “Jah Goddess” are emblematic of Auresia’s golden-era styled reggae, reaching back to the 1970’s, melodica and all- though she adds in a little contemporary influence, her sweet, soft voice becoming a little less so on a track like “What is Right.” A competent debut from a talented artist who knows how to combine a folk-driven style with the roots of reggae. 8/10!” – Erin MacLeod, Montreal Mirror, January 15-21, 2009.
"Auresia is one of Montreal's top reggae talent. Her melodic voice and original style stand her apart from the rest. She will be creating big waves with her new album." -- Loralie Bromby, Rize Productions, Montreal, Quebec
“I find Auresia's music to be uplifting and crafted. The unique mixture of styles leads to an enjoyable listening experience. Her ethereal vocals and well placed arrangements are a breath of fresh air in the modern reggae world.” -- Dave Sturton, Dna Productions, Montreal, Quebec
"One of the most distinctive things about Auresia's music is that although like many singers here and abroad, she writes good and meaningful lyrics, she also has the very rare (at least in reggae) ability to compose and play the music beautifully as well. She is a consummate musician, a skillful singer and deftly uses her voice as one of the instruments in the mix. Auresia is one of the few people left who truly understands the value of non-synthesized sounds and is the first female reggae producer from Quebec I have ever heard, and one of the first Canadians this year to properly orchestrate/arrange a horn section, complete with melodica. Proper!" -- DJ Chocolate, CKLN TorontoAuresia on the Front Cover and Spotlight Artist on Spring 2009’s ReggaeXclusive Canadian Magazine: Available at stores across Canada.
