live at 92Y Tribeca
Thursday, May 14
8:00pm
featuring:
Toru Takiguchi - guitar
Gil Smuskowitz - bass
Jodie Kelly - violin
***************************************************************
"Think acoustic Americana with Brazilian bossa nova. Drink a caipirinha, and
enjoy the sounds that originated in warmer climates." ~ The L Magazine
"Completely refreshing... Lyrically brilliant… If Wisnia's sampling of lush, complex songs are any indication of what's to come, listeners will be waiting eagerly for more."
~ Alyssa Rashbaum, music critic for SPIN, VIBE, and Rebel Spirit Music
Originally from Philadelphia, singer/songwriter Avi Wisnia combines classic Brazilian Bossa Nova with a catchy, singular sound that critics have described as "completely refreshing" and "lyrically brilliant." Imagine a performer who seamlessly fuses the piano virtuosity of Ben Folds, the subtle stylings of Norah Jones, and the heartbreaking melodies of John Mayer. A wordsmith as well as a composer, Avi's clever lyrics give a knowing nod to his contemporaries, while his smooth vocals assure you that this is truly something new. Avi showcases his own music with unexpected arrangements, and he experiments with contemporary pop tunes from artists like Lauryn Hill, Bjork, Wilco and The Cure, stripping them down, taking them apart and reviving them with a new bossa spirit.
For info on upcoming gigs and to purchase the debut EP, Avi Wisnia Presents:,
please visit
www.aviwisnia.com
www.myspace.com/aviwisniapresents
Posts
No comments:
Post a Comment