AMANYIA

Rank #3 Akron, OH Jazz / SPOKEN WORD / FREESTYLE

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Members: Amanyia

Sounds Like: Gil Scott-Heron, Nina Simone, The Last Poets, Anita Baker, Sade

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Bio: AMANYIA- (Ah men Yah),
Armed with a computer and camera. Amanyia is a creator of music, writer of poetry and spoken words, the eye behind her photography and a stage actress, who begin writing lyrically in 1987 making a transition to Spoken Word/Poetry in the fall of 2007. She focuses her writt... See Full Bio

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“I TRULY ADORE YOUR PLAYFUL NATURE AND YOUR ABILITY TO FIND BEAUTY IN EVERYTHING AROUND YOU. YOU HAVE A APPETITE FOR LIFE WHICH I THINK CAN NOT BE FULFILLED IN JUST 1 LIFETIME. YOUR EYES ARE OPEN AND YOUR MIND CONSUMES ALL THE (WHAT IF'S) AND THE (DO YOU THINK'S) AND CONVERT THEM INTO A VERBAL CINEMA WHICH LEAVES YOUR AUDIENCE IN A DRUNKEN STUPOR TRYING TO RATIONALIZE THE SIMPLICITY OF YOUR MENTAL ASSULT. BECAUSE, (IT FELT SO GOOD)............”

— Clarence C~TEAM VALENTINO~#109, amanyiaworld.us

“YOUR SONGS HAVE SO MUCH MEANING. I CAN CLOSE MY EYES AND BE HELD CAPTIVE BY YOUR EVERY WORD BUT IT'S NOT JUST THE WORDS THEMSELVES BUT THE WAY YOU ACCENTUATE . YOU HAVE BECOME A MASTER OF ACCENTUATION AND IT FLOWS EFFORTLESSLY AS YOU EXPRESS YOURSELF. OH! YES MY QUEEN, YOU HAVE BEEN EMPOWERED.”

— Clarence C~, TEAM VALENTINO

“This Queen of Light is more than another spoken word artist; she is sweeter than honey, she is the taste of sound, the hearing of color; she is an extraordinary encounter; she is the essence of LOVE - the Greatest force in this OMniverse”

— SIAM, amanyia.com

“Oooh girl! How does a 'spud gal' from Akron sound so cool and slick? Just a sec, I'm channelling Jack Kerouac - he's smiling, and saying 'Daaaaaaaaaaaaamn! Awesome stuff”

— David West, Reverbnation

“The more it is said the more it will be heard (rolling my eyes)...maybe. Who knows but ya puttin it down sis and sometimes our own people are indifferent about our history, unfortunately but I love your flow and the verbiage is on point.”

— Mandika , Acid Planet

“Music for the Spoken Words.. Awhhh...Instumentally out of this world!”

— Team Amanyia 09

"Amanyia delivers Personal, Humor, Political, Relationships, Romantic, Spiritual, Reminiscent/Memories, Sociopolitic, Freestyle, Narrative/Storytelling, and Traditional Verse Spoken Words....."

— OPOAA, M.M.

“ Your artistic vision is enthralling. ”

— Francine, Grown Folks Talk Network

“I was not a fan of Spoken Word until I heard this album. This album is the bomb! Amanyia is a lyrical genius. I love her style and flow. This album is a thought provoking collection of varous life experiences. From romance to friendship to reverent respect for the creator. A true masterpiece. ”

— Olebuz, payplay

“Loving a Good Man Totallity...Simply put. My Queen you have captured and translated in Word the root source of a love that a Woman can have for her Man. Masterpiece! ”

— Tyrone, His Thought

“You do have friends, fans and family who recognize the consciousness, quality, sensitivity, significance and magnitude your lyrical style and writings. Amanyia, In my opinion you are a hidden "National Treasure"... waiting for the universe to discover”

— Gerald, Amanyia's Lounge

“Amanyia, I was impressed with the sensuousness and poetic passion that resonated through the essence of your poetry, kissing my mental imagery...”

— PoeticSynergy, Myspace

“Where have you been? Your voice is like water and I drink it into my senses ”

— Tshombe the Poet, Our Stage

“Amanyia, Your words are just as compelling as they are mysterious”

— Brett Jolly , Brettjolly.com

“Amanyia, a creative vessel full of power and possibilities. ”

— Lee Green, Iseecolor

“ “I’m Getting High”. My Lady the intoxicant. The gifting from the fairer sex will arouse intoxicate, motivate and simulate. She causes one to dream again. Illuminates the dark hidden crevasses of the mind. She's that catalyst that provokes the journey. ”

— Tyromeo, Myspace

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2012
Nov 17

Stars of the Runway II …
Akron, OH, US | 4:00pm
Stars of the Runway II Fas...
Akron, OH, US
Sat Nov 17, 2012 4:00pm
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Sponsored by Willing Workers of Mircale Revival Fellowship Church. Ticket Information 216-921-4948
2012
Nov 10

Buchtel High School Au…
Akron, 44320, US | 3:00pm
Buchtel High School Audito...
Akron, 44320, US
Sat Nov 10, 2012 3:00pm
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Stop the Violence Akron Movement Presents: Jewelene Banks' DON'T GIVE THAT BOY NO GUN! Saturday Nov 10, 2012 Showtime 3pm and 7pm Buchtel High School Auditorium 1040 Copley Road Akron, Ohio Donations $15.00 For more Information call 330-620-7604 Tickets @ 2Live Music 1286 Vernon Odom Blvd Akron, Ohio
2012
Oct 28

The Harvest Time Show
Akron, OH, US | 3:00pm
The Harvest Time Show
Akron, OH, US
Sun Oct 28, 2012 3:00pm
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Harvest Time Show.. Local talent share their gifts.
2012
Sep 15

Revenge Urban Expo
Akron, OH, US | 7:00pm
Revenge Urban Expo
Akron, OH, US
Sat Sep 15, 2012 7:00pm
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Various artist and clothing designers share their work with models working the runway. "Everyone deserves a chance to shine"
2012
Jun 17

Junteenth
Akron, OH, US | 12:00pm
Junteenth
Akron, OH, US
Sun Jun 17, 2012 12:00pm
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Susan Martin
Cool tracks and beautiful voice!
OT Mills
Great tracks here, sounds great, I really love the vibe here...keep up the great work and good luck to you!
Harris
Showing some Love! Peace, H
Sinnamen
love your music
SANDY B JONES
Beautiful work sister.
Kevin M. Thomas
SO FULL OF IT IS GREAT!