Avery*Sunshine

Rank #4 Atlanta, GA R&B/Soul

About

Members: Denise White and Dana Johnson

Sounds Like: Ledisi, ♥ Jill Scott ♥, Eric Roberson, Chaka Kahn, Erykah Badu

Label: BigShine Music

Manager: Dana Johnson

Bio: Bursting from an array of musical brilliance, singer / songwriter / pianist AVERY*Sunshine emerges onto the scene with her soon to be released self-titled debut album. Rooted in gospel, she reaches deep into that cornucopia of style and sound and sings a song which articulates the complexities o... See Full Bio

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: "@smodeste: Special thanks to @EVERYONE for your love and support @AverySunshine @keeyen12 @GoldShades" your welcome! Proud of you all!

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“When it comes to her voice, her stylish phrasing sounds effortless – and with some beautiful runs and great note choice, Avery shows us that she has truly got it.”

— Soul Culture

“Her songs are smart explorations of the heart with a refreshing dash of soulful humor, all bolstered by fluid production”

— Jet Magazine

“If you're already up on Miss Sunshine, then you know that her voice is a cure for the common R&B singer”

— Soul Bounce

“A radiant brand of soul delivered from the gut with a joyful smile. The comparisons to Jill Scott are inevitable if obvious, but you've got to have a shared reference point when you tell your friends about her album that's a bit of church with a smidge of doo-wop and quiet storm jazz”

— Washington Post

“There is something edibly scrumptious about the music of Avery*Sunshine. Her lovingly seasoned debut album serves as an inviting introduction to the Urban Alternative Contemporary marke”

— Soultracks

“Musical Brilliance”

— Digiwaxx

“The eclectic soul singer/pianist delivers this smooth toe-tapper from her refreshingly original eponymous debu”

— USA Today

“Avery Sunshine's voice is the sonic lining of every woman's romantic heart. Between her lyrics about relationships that ring true no matter your age, and the tender way her voice caresses each note-- her music is transformative; bringing listeners to a place they never want to leave.”

— AmberMag

“Light, Smooth and Contagious”

— BET.com

“Warm Hugs from someone who’s pouring out her heart! An affectionate release with 12 enthralling and uplifting song”

— GA Music Magazine

“There is not one fast-forward moment on the self-titled album- Avery’s warm tones Seduce”

— Heart and Soul Magazine

“Besides her name ringing in my head, her voice soothed me so. It has a quality that mixes the purity of Soul, the sexy and sultry aspect of Jazz, and a grounded feel of Gospel. This feeling comes across the best with her song “Ugly”. After listening to that song, it’s anything but ugly. The next song that caught my ear, was “Blessin Me”. If you want to go to church, but want to avoid the “Building Fund” offering, listen to this song a few times.”

— Eric Johnson, Soulified.com/

“itunesで新譜はどんなのが出てるかな〜と思っていろいろ試聴していて、この人 Avery SunshineのEPにたどり着いた。知ってる？２月１５日に２曲がEPとしてリリースされているだけみたいだけど、これからアルバムがリリースされる予定があるそうで大変楽しみ♪ itunesで２曲とも気に入って買ってfacbookでaddさせてもらった♪ youtubeビデオも見つけたよ。なんと大好きなRachelle Ferrellのライブのオープニングアクトをやったときのyoutube videoがあった！ナイス〜！ライブの方がこの人の歌力というかグルーヴ感が断然楽しめて嬉しくなった・・・♥”

— Sachiko Nakahara, ThisIsSach.com/

“Avery*Sunshine is one of the most creative and throughly complete musicians I've ever known. As a composer, vocalist, pianist and arranger, she's in a class by herself. Y'all ain't ready! I'm blessed to know her. Gon' head, girl! You DOIN' it!”

— Christian McBride

“The hunt to find good, soulful music with a positive edge has become quite exhilarating lately--especially when the search leads to new artists like Avery Sunshine, who brings forth a fresh blend of soul, hip-hop, jazz and R&B, all capped off by inspirational lyrics”

— Lisa Birch, Vertical Fix

“Soul music for lost souls”

— Edward M. Garnes Jr., Creative Loafing

“Avery Sunshine's musical joy will make you grab a church fan.”

— Edward M. Garnes Jr., Creative Loafing

“just saw you at Morehouse homecoming yesterday with Roy Ayers...I was thoroughly impressed!!! love your music and your spirit! can't wait for the album to come out!”

— Kiki Jones Stephens, FaceBook

“Shine girl, shine. You are truly a blessing to me. I can't wait for your release girl. I'm goin gto burn a hole in the CD player and the disc from playing it sooooo much. I luv ur music. Please keep on , gurl. SHINE!”

— Mary Tucker, FaceBook

“I'm playing your music for some of the girls in the band. And we all agree that you are DA BOMB!!!!! (just a reminder, in case you forgot :)”

— Jennifer Bliss, FaceBook

“S-A-N-G girl !!!!!! you can sing your ABC's and make me cry....lol.... Fo real ! ya nasty ya just nasty (in nc. that means BAD as in the good bad) !!!!!”

— Roslynn Faith Perry-Newton, FaceBook

“....absolutely LOVE the music!!”

— Will Taylor III, FaceBook

“Follow @AverySunshine because she's just GREAT!!!!...No joke!!! She sings..plays..writes..directs..what else..etc...?!?!?lol...:-) #FF”

— Natalie Ragins, Twitter

“Avery Sunshine??????? WHAT???? YEEEEEEES!!! ITS TIME SUPPORT THE PEOPLE THAT BE SANG'N!!!!!!!”

— @ibanomaly , Twitter

“The girl can sang! and she has a beautiful spirit.”

— @purpledaisee, Twitter

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Fri
May 24

House of Blues - Chicago
Chicago, IL, US | 6:30pm
House of Blues - Chicago
Chicago, IL, US
Fri May 24 6:30pm
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Bilal w/PJ Morton, and Avery Sunshine Friday 05/24/2013 Doors: 06:30 PM Show: 08:00 PM Prices: $30.00 - GA - Advanced $35.00 - GA - Day Of Ages: 17+ Additional Info: • tickets subject to all applicable facility fees and service charges • applicable fees and charges apply to all ticket sales • NO REFUNDS / EXCHANGES / CANCELLATION
Sun
May 26

Uptown Theatre
Kansas City, MO, US | 7:30pm
Uptown Theatre
Kansas City, MO, US
Sun May 26 7:30pm
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This will be a great show!!!
Fri
Jun 7

Capital Jazz Fest
Columbia, MD, US | 6:30pm
Capital Jazz Fest
Columbia, MD, US
Fri Jun 07 6:30pm
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Come check me and many of my favorite artists at my FIRST Capital Jazz Fest! I'm excited and SHINING too!
Sat
Jul 6

Mercedes-Benz Superdome
New Orleans, LA, US | 6:30pm
Mercedes-Benz Superdome
New Orleans, LA, US
Sat Jul 06 6:30pm
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The 2013 ESSENCE Festival night-by-night musical line-up is as follows: Friday, July 5th: Mainstage: Maxwell, Jill Scott, LL Cool J and Brandy. Superlounges: Blackstreet, Anthony David, Les Nubians, Emeli Sande, Maya Azucena, Simphiwe Dana, Mali Music and Shamarr Allen and The Underdawgs. Saturday, July 6th: Mainstage: New Edition, Charlie Wilson, Trey Songz, Keyshia Cole and Solange. Superlounges: Faith Evans, Bridget Kelly, Big Daddy Kane, F.Stokes, PJ Morton, Jody Watley, Leela James and Avery*Sunshine. Sunday, July 7th: Mainstage: Beyoncé, Janelle Monáe and TGT (Tyrese, Ginuwine and Tank). Superlounges: Rachelle Ferrell, Mia Borders, Mint Condition, Luke James, Daley, Tamia, Kourtney Heart and Alice Smith.
Sat
Jul 20

Bonelli Park - JazzFest…
San Dimas, CA, US | 10:30am
Bonelli Park - JazzFest West
San Dimas, CA, US
Sat Jul 20 10:30am
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Frankie Beverly and MAZE and Brian Culberston are on this show!!! Lord have mercy!!! HAPPY FEELINGS IN THE AIR!!!!

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Peter Moore Music
Strong Sister. Strong Music!
Ben Wade | Producer
simply beautiful..
Revolution Butterfly
Absolutely beautiful tracks
Meru Muad'Dib
its raining and cloudy here in the STL, but because of you i got sunshine!!! love it love your sound and voice!!!! please keep doing your thang!!! we need you!!!!!
Lizzie Calvert
Lovve your music! You have an incredible voice :)
Daniel Johnny Johnson...
Back to listen to your magical captivating voice Love

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Q: Not a question just a remark...Happy Birthday Avery Sunshine...Saw your interview about "Ugly Part of Me", thank you for being real and sharing...:-)

A: Thank you!!!

Asked by Kannon Curtiz. Answered on Thu Jun 07 2012

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