Tuesday 29 December 2009

Live mp3 on My Space

Hi everyone,
In case you missed the wonderful Live Lounge @ Brooklands FM yesterday I've posted one of the live tracks, St. Peter, online on the My Space site (www.myspace.com/annanealeacousticrock) and on the Reverb Nation page (www.reverbnation.com/annaneale). This will be up for a limted time, we have quite a few tracks that came out really well so I'll be alternating them from now to the album release just to keep you all excited! ;)
Anna x

Monday 28 December 2009

Brooklands FM

Live Sessions 28/12/09:
A good (and sweaty!!) time was had by all this afternoon at the live sessions for Brooklands FM! The band made it down for a half hour set and interview in aid of Woking Hospice. Keep your eyes out for the podcast which we'll be posting online soon with some sneak previews of the new album! Also keep an ear on Brooklands FM for an exclusive preview of the new album coming soon in Feb where we'll be taking over the airways!.

Wednesday 16 December 2009

New photos from the video shoot for 'Control' on Sunday at BED in Woking are now up on the My Space and Facebook pages:
www.myspace.com/annanealeacousticrock
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/Anna-Neale/6189448418?ref=sgm

First review of the new album from 'The Mag'!

Touch LP
Half Full Glass Records
Monday 7th of December 2009
Record Review
By Steve

Set for release in February 2010, Touch is the first full length album from Anna Neale. Since we first heard from Anna, back in 2006, she has developed her sound into a more smooth pop style.
The songs on this record are predominantly acoustic, with the voice taking centre stage. The lyrics are observational and the polished performances come across very well.
Raked harmonics introduce the title track, which is a smouldering introduction to the album.
'Waterloo Bridge' and 'January' are highlights on this record. The first for the rolling rhythm and great chorus and the second for a fantastic melody.
A late surprise on the album is 'Tired of Holding On', with some great flickers of electric guitar and powerful chorus.
All of the songs mix that smooth pop with plenty of soul and that makes this album very accessible.
If one thing could be added to this record, it would be some "full band" backing to some of these tracks. They really would sound great with the complete sound and it would add another dimension to the record.
On this record, Anna's voice is so good that it's easy to overlook the fact that Anna Neale is actually a very talented guitarist too.

We rated this record 4 out of 5.

http://www.the-mag.me.uk/Music/Articles/Item/Anna-Neale-Touch-LP/

Video shoot, calling all those with dancing shoes!

Dec 2009

Hi everyone,
A last quick update for the end of the year!

Video Shoot:

We're due to shoot a video for the new single 'Conrol' (which you can hear on My Space) on 13th December at BED bar in Woking. If anyone would like to take part and be an 'extra' please e-mail back and let us know, it would be great to have some of you guys in there and should be a fun day for all!

Acoustic Band:

The last gig of the year for the full acoustic band will be Monday 14th December at Good Intentions in Puttenham (Nr Guildford). Entrance is free and it promises to be a good night for all!

'Touch' Release info:

The web site is about to undergo a revamp with the new photos and extracts from the new album. You'll also be able to pre-buy a CD copy of 'Touch', due to be released 22/02/10 both digitally and on CD. The CD will include an exclusive DVD with the new video, a video diary, interviews with the musicians and some live performances. I've had some fantastic reviews of the album so far, which I'll post on the various social networking sites.

Have a good Christmas!

Anna

www.annaneale.net
www.myspace.com/annanealeacousticrock
www.twitter.com/annanealemusic
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/Anna-Neale/6189448418

Video shoot for 'Control'

Hi everyone,
You may have seen my twitterings/facebook updates recently about a video shoot! The rumors are true! I'm doing a video shoot for the new single 'Control' at BED bar in Woking on 13th December and would love some of you guys to come down and be extras! This'll be your chance for 3 and a half minutes of fame!If you would like to join just send me a message and we'll e-mail you the details!
Anna x

Recharge Radio

The new single 'Control' will be getting a spin on the brand new 'Night of the Artisans' show on Recharge Radio this Thursday from 7pm! http://rechargedradio.com/Anna x

November update, minus the Latin!

November 2009

Hi everyone,
I've been busy behind the scenes so here's the latest!

- Exposure Music Awards Showcase:
My new acoutsic band (if you have't seen them already details are on the My Space) are playing at the Bar Music Hall in Shoreditch on November 12th at 9pm as part of the Expousre Music Awards! After the fantastic turn out for our 'debut' gig we thought we'd get ourselves up to London to show you all the new sound! The gig is being filmed so keep you eyes on the You Tube channel for this and the footage from Weyfest.

- New Album:
Yes we're finally there! The album, 'Touch' is finished and has been mastered beautifully by the guys at Shameless. The release date is set for 22/02/10. The album is a return to my more acoustic roots. The web site, My Space etc will all be changing over by the end of December where there will be preview tracks avalible on line. More details to follow soon!

- Guildford Brit Awards & Thanks:
In case you haven't heard already, I was honored to recently win 2009's Best Female Solo Artist award at the Guildford Brits! Many thanks to all of you who have been coming to the shows and buying the music. Also a huge thanks to everyone who came (and tried to come!) to our slot at Weyfest, it was one of the top three attended shows of the weekend!
More news to come soon including a new Video (no roundabouts in this one!!!),

Anna x