Aniba Hotep & The Sol Collective

Rank #22 Chicago, IL R&B/Soul

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Members: Aniba Hotep - Vocals, Neri Ma'at & Caress Sahura - Back Vocs, Harry Hunt - Keys, Will Baggett - Bass, Anthony Reid - Drums, Aum Mu Ra El - Guitar

Sounds Like: Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin, Erykah Badu, Raphael Saadiq, The Staple Singers

Label: Akasha Records

Manager: Ishmael White - 9 Ether Management: 1 (312) 287-7024

Bio: Aniba Hotep is an American Singer/Songwriter whose name translates as (messenger of peace), born Oct 16th in a small town in Virginia. Aniba’s career started at the early age of 8 years old when she would travel all throughout Virginia performing in churches. She became known as little Mahalia am... See Full Bio

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Aniba Hotep & The Sol Collective has a show on 05/17/2013 at 08:00 PM @ Reggie's M... http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/200398109 #concert

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“Aniba Hotep & The Sol Collective is a Chicago based Soul/R&B band comprised of 8 members. The lead is songwriter and vocal powerhouse, Aniba Hotep which means "Messenger of Peace". Her soulful southern tones are harmonized with songbirds Neri Ma’at and Caress Sahura. The five musicians are equally as powerful and melodious as the singers. The band performed an amazing remake of Chaka Khan's "Sweet Thang" that I'm still singing in my head months later. The performance was a soulful journey featuring popular covers and original material. I literally fell in love.”

— Deanna Burrell, The Red Cup Adventures @ Chicagonow.com

"Last night was totally awesome. Les Nubians put on a really good show. The music, the love, the dancing, the social awareness! ! (5% y'all! If you don't know, you better ask somebody!) Aniba Hotep opened the show and mannnnn these ladies have voices that can stop traffic! And they have some of best musicians backing them that I ever heard! I can't wait for their CD! Peace, Peace, Peace! Always hot and fresh!" ~ Kimberley Cooke [employee @ The Shrine/Chicago]

— Kimberley Cooke, Facebook

"While I was playing the first album at the Food Hub, Mama Jifunza’s ears perked up and asked “Who is that? Aretha?” “No mama. That’s Aniba Hotep & the Sol Collective.” I think that mistake on the part of a listener from a prior generation foretells all you need to know about how deeply that the Sol Collective has mined the soul of the past while still being attentive to the evolution of the future landscape of music."

— Michael Tekhen Strode, Bemusing Mutability ~ aomuse.tumblr.com

“Reftreshing & Evocative voice for listening - The Solution EP ~ 4 out of 5 stars | Author: Steve Braxton | I had a chance to listen for the first time to "The Sol Collective", led by Aniba Hotep. Really enjoyed it - very refreshing and original - such an evocative voice with the blending of the musicians creates an aura of good meditative mantra for real real connections that lends itself to grooving in a special place. Thank you & God Bless you! Reverend Steve Braxton - Author: The Road That Is Difficult To Travel" After listening - the road gets better... By the way, that is the working title of my new book soon to be released.”

— Reverend Steve Braxton, CD Baby

“Love the music! Enjoyed every track:) Hard to pick a fave though. Each unique in it's own way. The One, Sturdy, Like the Wind are songs anyone would want to hear their lover say to them. Great cover on Mighty Michaels tune "Lady in my life" too!”

— O'Bryan M. Burnette II, Facebook

“This is a talented group of Chicago musicians & singers that encompass everything that makes soul music great, headed by the great voice of Aniba which has been described as "Thunderous honey". ""The SOLution EP" draws heavily from the true roots of soul: jazz, blues, gospel. Rich in history, but also fresh & relevant. Their music is therapeutic & medicinal.”

— Duane E. Powell, soundrotation.blogspot.com

“Some might say the Arts Festival was short on big name entertainers this year. That’s true, but only if you are unfamiliar with the Africentric cultural offerings of groups like Tambours Sans Frontieres, Aniba Hotep and the Sol Collective, or Morikeba Kouyae.”

— Mikel Kwaku Osei Holt, The Milwaukee Community Journal

“Chicago’s African Festival of the Arts is kicking its four day festivities this Friday (September 3rd). Boasting an all star line-up that includes Aniba Hotep & The Sol Collective, Julie Dexter and the legendary Chaka Khan, the event will also feature a full weekend of House music hosted by Risque—the self proclaimed “Global Groove Guru”

— Fusicology, centrictv.com

“Aniba Hotep & The Sol Collective，從福音到傳統節奏藍調，以紮實內容現場呈現，是值得推荐的好音樂！ [Translation]: Aniba Hotep & The Sol Collective，from gospel to traditional rhythm & blues accents, presented with solid content. Good music. Worth recommending!”

— CROTCHERY, crotchery2.blogspot.com

“Erykah Badu Umm Hmm Similar Tracks And Artists: Erykah Badu - Gone Baby, Don't Be Long, Love, Neon Valley Street, Oh, Maker, Tunnel Vision, Closer, Maybe So, Maybe No, Just Ain't Gonna Work Out, Skin, Ex-Factor, I Need A Dollar, Bad Habits, She Needs Me, Cold, Completely Exposed, Love's On Its Way, Teach Him, Tell Me You Love Me, Heartbeat, Lay You Down, Golden, Whenever You're Around, Nothing Even Matters, Dance On Glass, Devil's Pie, Make My Heart, Untitled (How Does It Feel), The Uncomfortable Truth, Through It All, Ay Yo, New York Is Kill, [Aniba Hotep & The Sol Collective] 'Like The Wind'.”

— Unknown, superfm.com.pl

“Soul has returned to Chicago, and its name is Aniba Hotep & the Sol Collective. The group opened last Thursday at the House of Blues for Mint Condition and the positive reviews are still flowing in to the band’s website and its Facebook and Myspace pages. The ten member (7 musicians and 3 vocalists) has drawn comparisons to acts from every era. After the Thursday night performance names like the Emotions, Eryka Badu and more were bounced around. No matter what the rousing performance was a breath of fresh air to the Neo Soul Music Scene around the Chicago area.”

— Glenn Murray, NBC Chicago Street Team

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May 17

Reggie's Music Joint
Chicago, IL, US | 8:00pm
Reggie's Music Joint
Chicago, IL, US
Fri May 17 8:00pm
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Sat
Feb 16

Deja Vu Blue
Dolton, IL, US | 9:00pm
Deja Vu Blue
Dolton, IL, US
Sat Feb 16 9:00pm
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2012
Dec 15

The Shrine Chicago
Chicago, IL, US | 7:30pm
The Shrine Chicago
Chicago, IL, US
Sat Dec 15, 2012 7:30pm
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SAT. DECEMBER 15TH @ 8PM "LIVE" @ THE SHRINE, ANIBA HOTEP & THE SOL COLLECTIVE REPRESENTS ONE MO TIME FOR THE SOL-FULL MINDS!!! This epic show will include the soul-full duo ISH out of GI, and Marlon Robinson, backing vocalist for Carl Thomas! Performance/Hosted by the Illest MC in The Chi, Phenom!! If you miss this show you will be missing history!! Aniba Hotep & The Sol Collective will be in rare form showcasing brand new material from their new and upcoming CD Retro-Futuristic-Sol!!! Get your tickets NOW! MEDIA OUTLETS, PROMOTERS AND MAJOR RECORD LABELS WILL BE ON DECK, SO WE NEED YOU ON THE FRONT LINES!!!! CHICAGO LET'S GO! COME REPRESENT FOR THOSE WHO REPRESENT YOU!! ALL CHICAGO ARTISTS ARE INVITED! LET'S BUILD!
2012
Jul 6

The Glen Theater
Gary, IN, US | 8:00pm
The Glen Theater
Gary, IN, US
Fri Jul 06, 2012 8:00pm
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CULTURAL COOLS ALL WHITE 3rd ANNIVERSARY SHOW and AFTERPARTY! LAST YEAR'S ANNIVERSARY WAS A GREAT SUCCESS!! WE ARE ANTICIPATING A CAPACITY CROWD, DON'T WAIT TO PURCHASE TICKETS!! FEATURING... Chicago Soul Sirens: ANIBA HOTEP & THE SOL COLLECTIVE! SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMANCES BY... Singer/Songwriter: MALONE! Hip Hop Emcee Elite: PHENOM! National Poet: K-LOVE! Soul Duo Extraordinaire: THE ISH! ON THE FRONT LINE... Poetry Group: L.Y.R.I.C Squad! Vocalist: Na'Quita Elmore! Poet: Butta! Singer/Songwriter: TaWana! Poet: Unscripted! LIVE SOUNDTRACK PROVIDE BY... SIGNATURE! LIVE VISUAL ART / PAINTING BY... Artist: PARRIS GILL SR. HOSTED BY... Singer/Songwriter, Poet: ELENA LOVE! ♥ EXCLUSIVE SPECIALTY VENDORS... "SPOILED DIVAS"- Exclusive Shoes, Jewelry & Handbags "ANOYNTED VESSEL"- Natural Body Butter & Haircare Products "THE COOL" - Authentic Sports/Hip Hop Gear & Kicks "QUALITY SCENTS OILS" - Natural Sugar Scrubs PURCHASE TICKETS AT: Beautiful Things: 3570 Village Ct. Gary, IN * (219) 985-8256 Cafe 444: 444 Lake St in Miller, Gary, IN * (219) 427-0145 Online @ http://CulturalCool3rdAnniversary.eventbrite.com/ NEED MORE INFORMATION? Email: CulturalCoolExperience@gmail.com Phone: 773-559-9591 ~CULTURAL COOL IS ARTISTRY & ENERGY UNPARALLELED!~
2012
Jun 28

The Shrine Chicago
Chicago, IL, US | 8:00pm
The Shrine Chicago
Chicago, IL, US
Thu Jun 28, 2012 8:00pm
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Les Nubians live on Thursday, June 28th | Also featuring Aniba Hotep & the Sol Collective. Shrine Chicago - Chicago, IL 2012-06-28 Les Nubians live in concert. Also featuring Aniba Hotep & the Sol Collective. Doors open at 8pm. 1st 50 tickets at discount price.

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Eliki Lou
I LOVE YOU!
bettermondays
We like what we hear. Keep it coming and have a great week!
the johnnie squizzerc...
superb stuff ms peace! may ma'at reign ;-)
Amanda Pollard
leaving love and enjoying your music! always feel free to post any updates you have in my comment section, it's the best way to reach me so I can support you! ♥ ♥ ♥
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Suzanne Cook
Thank you for your lovely comment Aniba Hotep & The Sol Collective. I love your music. Happy Sunday. Suzanne