Ricky Lewis - Drums Jay Clarke - Bass Giordan Postorino - Guitar Albert Carraro - Guitar Kibwe Thomas - Keys
Influences
Billy Holiday, Aretha Franklin, Mos Def, Nas, Erykah Badu, Tribe, Common, Ella Fitzgerald, Erykah Badu, Lauryn Hill, Alicia Keys, Jill Scott, Beyonce, Tina Turner, Diana Ross, Gladys Knight, Bob Marley, John Mayer, Fleetwood Mac, Gavin Degraw, Joni Mitchell, Coldplay, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Natasha BeddingField, Sheryll Crow, The Beatles, Tom Petty, Death Cab/Postal, The Eagles, Boys 2 Men, Jack Johnson, James Taylor, Jodeci, Guy, John Legend, Al Green, Keith Sweat, Usher, Steel Pulse, Eddie Grant, Los Lonely Boys, Gipsy Kings, Frank Sinatra, Jason Mraz, Shane Alexander, Jason Reeves, Amber Rubarth, Dixie Chicks, Damien Rice, Cindy Lauper, Guns N Roses, Aerosmith, Burton Cummings, Bon Jovi, Lee Aaron, U2, Elton John, Queen, 4 Non Blondes, Nine Inch Nails, Fishbone, Depeche Mode, Mazzy Star, Donny Hathaway, Alicia Keys
Sounds Like
This is me with my band. The song is called I’m Not Tryin’
My Angel Eyes Tribute to Jeff Healey.
Vaness Alegassi /a-legacy/ is a 21-year-old multi faceted entertainer; she has the qualities of a pop star with a singer songwriter’s vulnerability. This genre-bending artist, reclassifies traditional Rock, Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul and Dancehall, and morphs them into a new sound she calls “Riddim Rock”.
Although a classically trained pianist, Vaness has always gravitated towards the exciting and fresh sounds from her urban surroundings. From her very first piano lesson at age five her passion for music was evident. Vaness’ life long musical career path was inspired at the age of 10 while listening to Mariah Carey’s "Fantasy" album. Vaness’ unique chameleonic style is a direct result of her parents listing to Classic Rock, her and her friends jamming to Hip Hop and Dancehall, all while being the youngest member of an all black church choir. She continued her musical explorations while attending high school at Rosedale Heights School of the Performing Arts.
Shortly after graduation Vaness recorded her first demo, which landed in the hands of producer and Canadian Idol musical director, Orin Isaacs. He immediately recognized Vaness’ star potential and their creative relationship was established.
Vaness’ unwavering pursuit of musical excellence continued when she was accepted to the Jazz Music Program at Humber College. While attending Humber, Vaness networked with some of Toronto’s premiere up and coming musicians, some who are now members of her band.
Over the last year Orin Isaacs has put together a team that is committed to Vaness’ artistic development. Together they have crafted killer tracks like the socially conscious “Don’t Blame Jane” and “Driftwood” as well as urban club bangers like “Rewind and Come Again”. With hot records and an even hotter live show, Vaness by birthright alone will leave Alegassi.
Me Doing Don’t Blame Jane Unplugged
This is me & Al performing "Beggin’ For Change" at my 1st show.
Hi Vaness, thanks for being a friend of Strange Karma. Just wanted to wish you a fantastic birthday and great karma for the year ahead, Martin, Paul, Jody and Jason P.S. when you have a chance, check out the 4 tracks we've uploaded from our debut album!
hey mami, good lookin page, and you got some hot tracks. that 'since when' track is fire! whoever that dude is hes missin out! holla at your boy ma! and good luck wit tha tour. showin sum love,
No problem, its nice to get other Canadians on here. When you have a chance go check out our music (Our new stuff should be done by the end of this month.) We hope you keep in touch with us. Have a great day.
Stoppin by 2 say don't forget to check the new joint, "1 Too 3 For"! A real smooth Hip Hop joint...ya dig! Hit us wit a comment. OneLove, Brian...wit The "Cru"
jane and finch in the place. stand up!!!! bottom lane general LEENO showing u mad luv!! u doing ur thing. we bout to put the city on the map. now tell em they could blame Jane for that!!!
Have a nice week ..hope you had fun on the weekend,sumer is here time to have lot's of fun ..dont be a stranger come to my site listen to my music and pictures..vic m..
thank u 4 addn me..u got sum goood shit on here..funky rock vibe ure vocals sends chills up my spine. cnt stop groovn to ure tunes. gotta fan in me..peace
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