Renee Asteria
Renee Asteria
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ARTIST: AGENT DOUBLE E - Renée Asteria
"sunny live sound is similar to Kate Bush, Lene Lovich, Portishead & Sade, peppered with tropical sounding Latin and reggae beats (...)
Upbeat, powerful and tight show with her band that had the crowd dancing all night" (Dan-o)
"Musically adventurous, lyrically innovative ... unusual vocal flourishes and non-typical constructs, her lyrics bring a kind of magical realism to everything from human relationships to the battle between man and mosquito ... free-flowing, high-spirited, extremely engaging and utterly unique musical experience." (Chuck Foster - The Beat)
”The best live concert I have ever been to.”
“That was a party.” (fans)
BIOGRAPHY in English (Español en seguida, Français plus bas)
Renée Asteria's music is multilingual and multicultural, blending folk-rock, reggae, latin, and more. Her 'sunny live sound is similar to Kate Bush, Lene Lovich, Portishead & Sade, peppered with tropical sounding Latin and reggae beats' (Dan-O). The New Jersey-born, France-dwelling artist of Bolivian-Dutch descent draws her inspiration from lessons learned during her travels. She has collaborated with musicians from Argentina, California, NY, Europe and Africa.
In 2007 Renée Asteria, a.k.a. Agent Double E, completed her second production entitled 'Faces of Agent Double E' with producer Matias Martyn (Tibetan Monkey) in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The album was released live on Rock & Pop FM, (95.5 FM Buenos Aires) and was followed by a 6-month tour of the USA where Renée Asteria performed with local bands in New York City, Connecticut, California and Louisiana.
The Musicians on http://asteriarecords.info/band
Discography
2008 Cuatro (TBA)
2007 Faces of Agent Double E / Caras de Agente Doble E Asteria Records & Tibetan Monkey (cdbaby.com/asteria2) Latin Reggae & Rock - Buenos Aires (AR), Berkeley (CA, USA)
2005 Renée Asteria Asteria Records (cdbaby.com/asteria), Folk-Rock - San Francisco (CA, USA)
Other Collaborations (*release date in 2008-09)
2008 Deidem –Taj Weekes & Adowa (roots reggae, Jatta Records, NY), backing vocals
2006 Quinoa Groove (latin, San Francisco, CA), lead vocals
2004 Voz y Madera (latin, Genève, CH), lead vocals
Francais
"L’effet ensoleillé de sa musique a été comparé à celui de Kate Bush, Lene Lovich, Portishead & Sade pimenté avec des rythmes tropicaux de Latin et de Reggae "
"Un spectacle énergétique et puissant que faisait danser le publique toute la soirée" (Dan-o)
"Musicalement innovatrice…chantant en anglais et espagnol avec un group qui groove et qui se débrouille a faire le complément de ses éclectiques acrobaties vocaux et ses constructions de phrases non typiques, ses textes emmène un réalisme magique a tout allant des relations humains au bataille entre l’homme et la moustique (…) une expérience musicale complètement unique." (Chuck Foster - The Beat)
“La meilleure actuation en live que j’ai vue de ma vie.”
“Ça c’était une fête” (fans)
(danogo.com)
BIOGRAPHIE
La musique de Renée Asteria est multilingue et pleinement multiculturelle, fusionnant le folk-rock, le reggae, le latin, et plus. Sa musique a été comparé à celui de Kate Bush, Lene Lovich, Portishead & Sade pimenté avec des rythmes tropicaux de Latin et de Reggae. L'artiste, d'origine bolivienne et néerlandaise, née dans le New Jersey et demeurant en France, s'inspire des leçons qu'elle a apprises pendant ses voyages. Elle a collaboré avec des musiciens de l'Argentine, Californie, New York, Europe et Afrique.
Renée Asteria alias Agent Double E, a complété sa deuxième production en 2007 intitulé "Faces of Agent Double E"/"Caras de Agente Doble E" avec le producteur Matías Martyn (Tibetan Monkey) à Buenos Aires, Argentine. L'album est sorti en live sur Rock & Pop FM (95.5 FM, Buenos Aires). La sortie a été suivie d'une tournée de six mois aux Etats-Unis, où Renée Asteria joua avec des groupes locaux à New York City, dans le Connecticut, la Californie et en Louisiane.
Les Musicians sur http://asteriarecords.info/band
Discographie
2008 Cuatro (TBA)
2007 Faces of Agent Double E / Caras de Agente Doble E Asteria Records & Tibetan Monkey (cdbaby.com/asteria2) Latin Reggae & Rock - Buenos Aires (AR), Berkeley (CA, USA)
2005 Renée Asteria Asteria Records (cdbaby.com/asteria), Folk-Rock - San Francisco (CA, USA)
Autres Collaborations (*date de sortie prévue en 2008)
2008 Deidem –Taj Weekes & Adowa (roots reggae, Jatta Records, NY), choeurs
2006 Quinoa Groove (latin, San Francisco, CA), voix principal
2004 Voz y Madera (latin, Genève, CH), voix principal
Español
Un sonido "vivo y soleado es similar a el de Kate Bush, Lene Lovich, Portishead & Sade, pimentado con sonidos tropicales latinos y de reggae"
"energética, poderosa actuación con su banda que hacia bailar al publico toda la noche" (danogo.com)
"musicalmente atrevida, innovadora lírica y (...) rompiendo con todas las reglas para el gran placer del auditor" (Chuck Foster - The Beat)
”El mejor concierto que he visto en mi vida.”
“Era una fiesta.” (fans)
BIOGRAFIA
La musica de Renée Asteria es multilingue y multicultural, combinando folk-rock, reggae, latin y más. Su sonido "vivo y soleado es similar a el de Kate Bush, Lene Lovich, Portishead & Sade, pimentado con sonidos tropicales latinos y de reggae" (Dan-O). Nacida en NJ, la artista de descendencia Boliviana-Holandesa vive en Francia y se inspira de las lecciones aprendidas durante sus viajes. Ha colaborado con músicos de Argentina, California, NY, Europa y África.
Renée Asteria a.k.a. Agente Doble E completó su segundo produccion en 2007 intitulado "Caras de Agente Doble E" con el productor Matías Martyn (Tibetan Monkey), en Buenos Aires, Argentina. El lanzamiento del álbum fue live en el Rock & Pop FM (95.5, Buenos Aires) y fue seguido por un tour de seis meses en los EEUU donde Renée Asteria actuó con bandas locales en New York City, Connecticut, California y Louisiana.
Apprender mas sobre Los Músicos en http://asteriarecords.info/band
Discografia
2008 Cuatro (TBA)
2007 Faces of Agent Double E / Caras de Agente Doble E Asteria Records & Tibetan Monkey (cdbaby.com/asteria2) Latin Reggae & Rock - Buenos Aires (AR), Berkeley (CA, USA)
2005 Renée Asteria Asteria Records (cdbaby.com/asteria), Folk-Rock - San Francisco (CA, USA)
Otras Colaboraciones (*fecha de salida 2008-09)
2008 Deidem –Taj Weekes & Adowa (roots reggae, Jatta Records, NY), coros
2006 Quinoa Groove (latin, San Francisco, CA), voz principal
2004 Voz y Madera (latin, Genève, CH), voz principal
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If Renee Asteria was on a major label, the hype machine would've been cranked to
author: Kyrby RaineIf Renee Asteria was on a major label, the hype machine would've been cranked to the hilt - and deservedly so. What we have here is a unique female singer/songwriter, one who trespasses beyond the basic format of acoustic strum. Instead, she liberates herself from a single, traditional formula, illuminating contemporary folk with touches of reggae, Latin pop, and jazz. Asteria has an unusual voice, but in the best way. It's down-to-Earth and ethereal at the same time, two descriptions that are supposed to the antithesis of each other. On one hand, she sings freely, her spirit cleansed of any pretensions or commercial compromises. However, there is an otherworldly quality to it. On "Curly Black Hair," her vocals feel lighter than air, as if being carried by the wind. The lyrics have a stream-of-consciousness personality, and they predictably do not always make sense. Nevertheless, there are a number of memorably poetic lines such as "You left your bag of memories on the train" from "Sweet Ben." But it's her voice that you'll be paying attention to the most. So many female vocalists these days are trying to imitate Jewel or her peers. Not Asteria. There is nothing like her on the radio at all.
Singer/songwriter Renee Asteria has the most exotic voice I've heard since Basia
author: Adam HarringtonWhat a voice. Sometimes you have to take a step back, breathe out some air, and all yourself to be swept by the power of a spellbinding vocal. Singer/songwriter Renee Asteria (http://www.asteriarecords.com) has the most exotic voice I've heard since Basia. Guessing her ethnic origin is nearly impossible as she doesn't have a recognizable accent, at least to these ears. There is an accent there, it is thick and lush, but where it's from is unknown. And the mystery of it creates a higher level of sensuality and excitement. Asteria's vocals soar and swirl around the instrumentation, which has its basis in acoustic folk but is spiced with Latin rhythms and even reggae beats. From the first cut, "Curly Black Hair," Asteria has us in the palm of her hand, caught in the allure of her dreamy voice. A lyric sheet is provided for those who cannot understand what she's saying or are perhaps too hypnotized to comprehend the words. Personally I was too dazzled to care. "Train Song" and "Sweet Ben" are both playful and upbeat tunes where her rhythm section attempt to glide with the butterfly flight of her vocals. On the dizzyingly romantic "Mad About You," Asteria takes a jazzy tone with her singing, and it must be heard to be believed. What a voice. This is a record that melts in your heart; when Asteria turns up the heat, we are all blissfully scorched.
Renee Asteria is music that is both magical and meaningful!• Recommended Tracks:
author: Laura Turner LynchRENEE ASTERIA – RENEE ASTERIA: Renee Asteria is a guitarist, producer, singer and songwriter. Renee founded her own label to back "projects that integrate the arts with education, economic empowerment and raising social and environmental awareness." In addition to her solo music, Renee is a member of We'A'Dem a roots reggae band with psychedelic and world over tones. Asteria is also working on her masters in public health. This multi-talented artist writes insightful songs about the different people and places that she has experienced. Asteria's music blends a multiple of genres and the nine songs on her self-titled debut explore a range of moods and stylings. Asteria effectively fuses reflective folk-rock with reggae and Latin rhythms that are catchy and unique. Renee has a voice that is both strong and sweet. 'Curly Black Hair' starts with a serious tone and lightens instrumentally although the crux of the song is "each day is a test." It is unclear if Renee is singing the song for herself or for a socially oppressed person. 'Sweet Ben' is a love song but a sad one as "Ben is just a memory." The tempo is upbeat with snappy guitar leads as Renee's vocals soar. Renee Asteria is music that is both magical and meaningful!• Recommended Tracks: (1,3)
Folk-rock meets Latin pop in a coalescing that is refreshingly brilliant, breath
author: J- SinFolk-rock meets Latin pop in a coalescing that is refreshingly brilliant, breathing new life into a stagnant singer/songwriter genre. Performing in the San Francisco Bay area, Renee is sure to attract a rabid fanbase as her songs are not only catchy but intelligent and delightfully performed. The rhythms have a defined Latin sense as she stokes the hearth of smoldering embers known as melodies and harmonies giving them all new coal on which to burn longer. Her lyrics are challenging and their delivery is what makes this album.
- author: aaron the baron : bike the bridge music digest
refreshing and clean like a freshly lubed bike renee brings out the true meaning to the phrase "from the fart...oops i mean heart"
Positive Vibes!!!!!
author: J.C.Positive vibes dominate this CD.A nice change from all of the commercial garbage being played on the radio.REAL radio stations should give this album a listen!!Renee has a very distinctive vocal style(beware of biters!).Looking forward to future releases!Sing on,Sister!
Renee Asteria's nine song debut CD is more like a compelling whirlwind that twis
author: Jonathan Widran, All Music GuideIt sounds a bit too much like a bland musical cliché to say that an up and coming singer/songwriter bursts into our consciousness as a breath of fresh air—so let’s amend that for the multi-talented, ethereal-voiced Renee Asteria, whose nine song debut CD is more like a compelling whirlwind that twists wildly in all sorts of emotional directions. The blend of her dreamy, lushly textured vocals and unpredictable track to track mix of jangling pop/rock, light jazz, quirky reggae (on the snappy and wistful “Oblivion”) and incisive but ultimately hopeful lyrics add rich color to a gray musical landscape. Swirling things up this way, Asteria epitomizes the bright, daring and even fun-filled spirit of being an independent artist. She can start out a song like “Cry of Ecstasy”—which chillingly chronicles the duality of love’s joy and pain--as a mournful, subdued ballad before revving up with hard rocking drum flourishes, intensifying vocals and a guitar solo which shifts from jazzy to rocking. She can juxtapose “miscellaneous thoughts” with “curly curly hair” (“Curly Black Hair”) so we can only guess what the metaphors mean. She can use “antidote” and “anecdote” in the same line and find a logical connection (the feisty pop/rocker “Mad About You”). She can be all universal and new agey one minute (“Open Mind”) yet encourages us to follow our “Animal Instinct” aggressively the next. Best of all, while she seduces us with her wide and emotional vocal range, Asteria’s lyrics keep us on our toes. Not many songwriters can make us feel joyful and optimistic, yet melancholy and nostalgic at the same time—and on the same song. She’s embarking on a bright future for herself while leaving us with, to paraphrase “Train Song,” a wonderful and thoughtful bag of memories. Just try to resist.