Annie Rich
Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States
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Annie Rich is a resident of Plymouth and she was born on the Cape and here’s an instance where a singer/songwriter overflows with talent and potential and simply needs to get heard. She’s got a record out, “Places in the Heart” and it shows off her writing and musical abilities very well.
I’m not sure you’re going to hear a more open hearted and passionate collection of love songs than what Rich offers here. Unlike most writers, she exposes her emotions and when she sings “Take all that I am/ take all that I do/I offer you,” you believe that she’s offering up her soul.
Many of these 12 songs are about intimacy, commitment and deep yearning. Rich sings and plays all the instruments and while the songs are spare—her production with Paul Mascott keeps the focus on her lithe, pleasant yet powerful vocals.
This is folk pop—sometimes she muscles up as on “U Mean Stuff To Me”– and she might be smart to go deeper into this direction because this is certainly one of the most commercially accessible songs here. But Rich seems to be after more than easily digestible Cheez Whiz. These are very romantic songs that deal with making connections and offering part of ourselves selflessly to another person.
Now we live in a very jaded world and Rich’s devotional love approach may not be for everyone. One thing these songs perhaps could use an undercurrent of darkness or drama to offset the glow. An added element of subtle slide guitar or a cheddar-y electric might help in the mix and just add a little tartness. Look for more Edge in her music to come. She's one to watch.
But that may not be the artist Rich wants to be or the songs she wants to write. It’s her party; she’ll smile if she wants to.
One smart affecting song “I May Not Be,” which looks at all the types of person she may have never turned out to be but in the end, “she made her parents proud.” Now when was the last time you heard that? Most people in pop are proud to have ticked off their parents to the nth degree.
The song is refreshingly honest and from an individual voice. That’s one of the reasons that Rich is worth paying attention to. Go to annierich.com for more information.
- Cape Cod Times
"When a musical artist has an entire audience singing along, you know she's doing something right. Friday night at the Arts Alive Festival 2009, singer songwriter Annie Rich, backed by a group of her musical friends, did exactly that. The crowd at her stage grew and grew as her set progressed spilling well outside of the tent. It was standing room only as Annie played an entertaining blend of her original songs and folk and rock cover tunes. Her band's excellent musicianship added to her powerful presence driving the festival organizers to ask that 'she play as long as she liked' as the adoring crowd demanded more.
I'd never hesitate to book Annie Rich again."
- Christine Mascott, Booking, ArtsFalmouth
- Christine Mascott
Discography
She is often described as a quiet woman but explodes with power as she captivates audiences with her gift for writing and opens the hearts of all who hear her. It is apparent only seconds into listening to her newest work Places of the Heart that a new journey has begun and a passion has taken hold of each song on her twelve track project of original folk music with a hint of rock. Annie continues to traverse the musical and lyrical map. A dynamic performer, she electrifies, empowers, and enlightens audiences across the generational and musical spectrum.
Internationally She has been heard on radio stations in Australia, and New Zealand, England, Costa Rica and Canada. She has also appeared on various TV station country wide. Our own Boston’s TV Station Channel 7
Chanel 12 WPRI TV Providence
Cable Stations through out the country have featured Annie’s Music
U-Tube highlights her videos
Most Recently she has been a featured performer on WOMR Outer cape radio. A Brand New Day with Kathy Tarr. Sail Away Ladies with Char. Steaming world wide at WOMR.org
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Decades before indie labels were the norm, and years before women had any real access in the industry, in her own way, Annie Rich was busy changing the face of popular music. She hasn't looked back since.
Annie’s vocals and compelling and her persona are regarded as legendary for good reason. Despite being like a well-kept secret, and dwelling almost completely in the independent music world, she nonetheless had an impact worldwide. She has worked relent less to bring music mentoring programs that provide music lessons to children and adults who not otherwise have not had the chance to learn. During an interview in Washington, D.C., she shared that music is for everyone not only the ones who can afford lessons. Many wonderful professional musicians have joined forces with Annie to volunteer there time to give the gift of music.
Annie continues to traverse the musical and lyrical map. A dynamic performer, she electrifies, empowers, and enlightens audiences across the generational and musical spectrum.
For nearly 30 years, Annie continues to criss-cross America, has toured performing in Colorado, Nashville. Florida Maine New Hampshire, Vermont. Rhode island, Massachusetts, Connecticut N.Y. New Jersey, Internationally She has been heard on radio stations in Australia, and New Zealand, England, Costa Rica and Canada. She is sought after performer on the acoustic circuit, performing at the Colorado music festival, Falmouth Folk Festival,
Women’s festivals in Provincetown, New England Women’s Festival. Go Girls Music Festivals N. Y. Women’s Kiss Independent Songwriting Showcases.
80 Borderstreet the multi cultural center Boston, Ma
Virginia Beach the Fire Escape Coffee house
Bridgewater Sate College
Gillette Stadium Boston
She has also appeared on various TV station country wide. Our own Boston’s TV Station Channel 7
Chanel 12 WPRI TV Providence
Cable Stations through out the country have featured Annie’s Music
U-Tube highlights her videos
Most Recently she has been a featured performer on WOMR Outer cape radio. A Brand New Day with Kathy Tarr. Sail Away Ladies with Char. Steaming world wide at WOMR.org
Annies previous solo recordings are Firm Foundation, Breakaway, Life line
Just for you and her newest places of the heart all inspiring , enlightening and uplifting and exciting to name a few of the comments her fans have expressed. Although her preferred instrument is the guitar, she plays piano and is a accomplished percussionist. Annie is a premier Singer and songwriter but she will tell you herself her passion is to developing the Arts and music in the communities at large. “ Leaving a Legacy of love for music”
For Annie, the music has always been the vehicle for something larger. considered a treasure, passed hand-to-hand, person-to-person. Annie has more than 10 years of music teaching and performance experience. Anne has a wealth of experience in public speaking and leading for various seminars and conferences. She has taught music privately, in public school.
Annie is a graduate of Nauset High School on cape cod
She won the Music directors award upon graduation
Was recognized from the women’s association of Cape and Island in there spot light on “Who’s, Who in rising talent on the Cape”
Annie is Licensed flight instructor and has her commercial, instrument and multiengine pilots license
Annie began to write and perform music professionally out of high school and hasn’t stoped since.
Annie Rich is often described as a quiet woman but explodes with power as she captivates audiences with her gift for writing and opens the hearts of all who hear her. It is apparent only seconds into listening to her newest work “Places of the Heart” that a new journey has begun and a passion has taken hold of each song on her twelve.
Annie "mixes her warm and forceful vocal styles adding an occasional touch of rock to make music that is beautiful and accessible."
-CDBaby.com
here are some reviews.
Reviews:
This CD is an amazing CD by an amazing artist. I can listen to her CD on repeat all day and never get bored of it-- her sound and style is so unique and breathtaking. Annie gives you a calming yet powerful look into her world. Self-produced and all original, this CD would leave no one behind when drawing in the listener. With sincere optimism Annie approaches the fears of the world with delicacy and faith. She paints also a picture of hope through her lyrics. I highly recommend this CD and also, if you get the chance, she is simply astounding in live shows!
From CD baby.com
The songs on this CD will be something that anyone of us can relate too. This CD will touch every crevasse of your heart and soul. Anne's voice will empower you. You will find your singing along. I have listened to it over and over and still get goose bumps hearing her sing. A exciting new journey in every song. I wish all the best Anne thank you for touching my so
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