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Michele Anastasio: More!
by AAJ Staff
Michele Anastasio.."More"..(Sell A Bit Records) Michele Anastasio is the possessor of an exquisite voice. There is clarity, a clean sound, and yes, some broadway with more than a touch of sensuality omnipresent, which only enhances her coquettish style. Alan Broadbent's arrangements add greatly to the whole mix. Anastasio's delivery is a simple message, Sing the song and let it's beauty shine, or as Michele puts it “ Straight ahead and strive for tone" There is strength in beauty and on ...
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by Dave Nathan
Singers who want steady gigs these days find them in lounges, clubs and bistros. Big band opportunities have virtually disappeared and festival and concert spots are sporadic and difficult to get for those not having a big name. Florida-based Michele Anastasio has all the qualities of a top flight bistro performer. She has that special catch in her voice which exudes sadness and disappointment in the ways of life and love. She uses it to great effect on the theme ...
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