Black Anis
Black Anis | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Nicosia, Cyprus |
| Genres | Blues-rock, Trip-hop |
| Years active | January 2016 – present |
| Members | Adriana Di Antonio Orestis Savva Kyriakos Xristodoulides Xanthos Pattichis Frixos Protopapas |
Black Anis ([/ˈblæk ˈɑːnɪs/]; stylized as BLACK ANIS) is a five-piece blues-rock band formed in Cyprus, in January 2016.
History[edit]
Formation[edit]
The band was formed on 2 January 2016 in Nicosia, Cyprus by Orestis Savva and Kyriakos Xristodoulides on electric guitars, Xanthos Pattichis on bass guitar, Frixos Protopapas on drums, and Adriana Di Antonio on vocals.
The name of the band is inspired by a breed of birds called 'ani', which describes the uniqueness and the freedom of the species itself, as well as by the Arabic etymology of the word-name 'Αnis' which is defined as companion, tender-hearted, and close friend.
Debut single[edit]
The band’s first single titled “Don't Leave Me”[1][2][3][4][5] was officially released online on 4 May 2016. The song’s lyrics and music are written by Orestis Savva. The final compilation was produced and orchestrated by all members. The single was placed in rotation nationally by major Cypriot radio stations[6][7][8].
Fengaros 2016[edit]
The band performed at the main stage of Festival Fengaros on 30 July 2016, in Kato Drys village in Cyprus, the same day Joss Stone headlined the festival’s stage[9].
Debut music video[edit]
The band released online their first music video of their second single titled “Lay Me Down”[10][11][12][13][14][15][16] on 12 February 2017. The song’s lyrics and music are written by Orestis Savva. The final compilation was produced and orchestrated by all members. The video production is credited to Silvio A. Rusmigo and Argyro Nicolaou. The single has been placed in rotation nationally by major Cypriot radio stations[17][18][19], where it hit Top 5.
Other activities[edit]
On 13 January 2017 the band performed[20] as an opening act to the UK Tribute Band, Hats Off to Led Zeppelin, at Savino Live stage in Larnaca, Cyprus.
Musical style[edit]
The band's music is a blend of blues-rock, drawing influences from southern rock and incorporating elements from 90s trip-hop. The evident use of high-powered effects on stage produces a diverse atmosphere contrary to the popular sounding. Their playlist includes original compositions as well as covered songs adjusted to their style.
Discography[edit]
- Don't Leave Me (May 2016)
- Lay Me Down (February 2017)
Members[edit]
- Adriana Di Antonio - vocals (2016-present)
- Orestis Savva - lead guitar, backing vocals (2016-present)
- Kyriakos Xristodoulides - rhythm guitar (2016-present)
- Xanthos Pattichis - bass guitar (2016-present)
- Frixos Protopapas - drums (2016-present)
References[edit]
- ↑ "Μία καινούργια μπάντα made in Cyprus". Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "Ένα νέο κυπριακό συγκρότημα". Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "Black Anis". Παραθυρο (in Ελληνικά). 2016-07-11. Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "Black Anis: Μας συστήνονται | ΡΕΠΟΡΤΕΡ Online | Celebrity". ΡΕΠΟΡΤΕΡ. Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "Talking: Black Anis "rock" our minds out". Projectoras.com. Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "Check out this great tune from a local... - Kiss FM (Cyprus) | Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "U Radio 99.6 - Παίζει τώρα στο εναλλακτικό ραδιόφωνο BLACK... | Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "U Radio 99.6 - U TURN με τη Δένα Κυριακίδη μέχρι τις 3!... | Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "BLACK ANIS (CY) Fengaros 2016 | Kato... - Φεστιβάλ Φέγγαρος - Fengaros Festival | Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "The Black Anis are back with the new track "Lay me down"". Projectoras.com. 2017-02-13. Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "Το πρώτο βιντεοκλίπ του κυπριακού συγκροτήματος BLACK ANIS". Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "Ακούσαμε: Το νέο κομμάτι των Black Anis - Agendacy". Agendacy. 2017-02-15. Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "BLACK ANIS: Τα «μαύρα πουλιά» της ροκ". The Touch. 2017-02-17. Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "must ONLINE | Το κυπριακό συγκρότημα που πρέπει να ακούσεις". must gr. Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "Avant Garde • Old school, powerful, feminine and sexy". Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "BLACK ANIS: Music video από τον επερχόμενο δίσκο τους". BLACK ANIS: Music video από τον επερχόμενο δίσκο τους. Retrieved 2017-03-05.
- ↑ "U Radio 99.6 FM". www.uradio.com.cy. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "U Radio 99.6 - U LIVE με τον ALEX JAMES μέχρι τις 17.00 !... | Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "U Radio 99.6 - Καλό απόγευμα σε όλες και όλους.. U DRIVE... | Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
- ↑ "Cyprus : Hats Off To Led Zeppelin". www.cyprusevents.net. Retrieved 2017-03-05.
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