Sunshine Superman

Rank #3 Philadelphia, PA Indie / pop / Jazzy

50% of sales go to the charity Fender Music Foundation.

About

Members: Valentina Raffaelli - voice and piano; Lewin Barringer - guitars; Gordon Emma - contrabass; Rob Tait - drums

Sounds Like: Adele, Kimbra, Regina Spektor, Lykke Li, Fiona Apple

Manager: Valentina Raffaelli

Bio: Sunshine Superman stands alone when attempting to categorize their music! It’s progressive and distinct, which separates them from their mainstream counterparts who follow the same boring format and continue to bombard popular music.
Their infectious tunes are drenched in upbeat melodies and sna... See Full Bio

More Info

Press

“The band with a million fans who are completely unaware of it! Despising that they have been labeled “Jazzy Pop Rock”; Sunshine Superman stands alone when attempting to categorize their music! It’s progressive and distinct, which separates them from their talentless counterparts who follow the same boring format which continues to bombard popular music! Tattooed Music constantly has our ears to the streets listening for bands that break the molds of mainstream music and when we came across the progressive band from Philly we knew that we had discovered a diamond in the rough! Sunshine Superman consists of four members whom are all masters of their domain. Call it what you want, underground or independent, but this is where the talent is! Sunshine Superman has a million fans waiting in the wings; fans that have absolutely no idea that they’re fans just yet, but once they listen they will be convinced; Sunshine Superman is the real deal!”

— Michael Reineck, Tattooed Music

“Sunshine Superman’s infectious tunes are drenched in upbeat melodies and snarky lyrics (“Sorry, I’m An Asshole”). However, the Philadelphia piano-pop quartet’s jazzy tunes are contemplative, complex and refreshing. “We like to add sections of blistering chaos where you least expect it, but nothing is forced,” says pianist/vocalist Valentina Raffaelli. She originally came to the U.S. from Italy to study music and “fulfill [my] dreams of playing my original songs to people,” she says. “In Italy, there is no market for new things. My ideas were too ‘strange’ for them.””

— Alternative Press Megazine, Sunshine Superman rocks like Fiona Apple, Regina Spektor

“Sunshine Superman is offering with this first EP a really cool and interesting combination of pop and quirky jazz (of sort), well sustained by lush arrangements and a sense of melody rooted in the 1970’s while being totally of its time, with a touch of ‘80’s nostalgia. Lead vocalist Valentina Raffaelli ‘s voice fits these songs perfectly and it’ll be interesting to hear and see how she can bring it to the stage. The four songs on offer here hold well and really shows the diversity of the influences within the band and after listening to the last track “Out of Your Sky” – a sure fire hit if there is any justice in this musical world - it does leave you wanting a whole lot more. Massive thumbs up as well for the very (very) cool track “Easy in My Skin”.”

— Simon Fauteux, 4 out of 5 for their EP debut Sunshine Superman

“I had heard bandleader Valentina Raffaelli sing with Marc Silver and also with Ray Adkins, but this would be my first listen of her as lead vocalist and pianist. From the opening bars of 'Jessica Rabbit', Sunshine Superman delighted the audience with its dreamy jazz originals. Valentina's voice is both powerful and delicate, and her compositions showcase her instrument beautifully. The repertoire features her eclectic songwriting style, from the whimsical lounge of 'Easy in my Skin', to the longing melancholy of 'I Miss the Little Things', she is a natural and engaging performer. The band was equally as impressive: Lewin Barringer on guitar acted as melodic foil to Raffaelli's vocal and piano leads; Gordon Emma [double bass] and Melinda Gervasio [drums] provided the sensitive and fluid rhythm. Check them out- Sunshine Superman will not disappoint.”

— Mike Hlatky , Finally some new music in town!

All Press

Songs

Play All | Queue All | Share All

I Deliver

Share Lyrics
Say you missed me

Share Download Lyrics
Cast This

Share Buy Lyrics
Tom Doesn't

Share Buy Lyrics
Paranoia

Share Buy Lyrics

All Songs

Videos

I Deliver - Sunshine Superman - Original Music

All Videos

Shows

Full-Screen View »

Wed
Jun 19

Top of the Tower
Philadelphia, PA, US | 8:00pm
Top of the Tower
Philadelphia, PA, US
Wed Jun 19 8:00pm
- Show Details
- Tickets
Details

This is a celebration of World Premier Choreography, a fundraiser for BalletX. Featuring live and silent auction, wine tasting, cocktails, light dinner buffet, and live entertainment. For more information and ticket benefit levels, go to balletX.com
Fri
Jun 21

The Legendary Dobbs
Philadelphia, PA, US | 7:00pm
The Legendary Dobbs
Philadelphia, PA, US
Fri Jun 21 7:00pm
Details

SOB hits the stage 8pm
Fri
Jun 21

The Legendary Dobbs
Philadelphia, PA, US | 8:00pm
The Legendary Dobbs
Philadelphia, PA, US
Fri Jun 21 8:00pm
- Show Details
- Tickets

All Shows

Store

All Store Items

Sunshine Superman
MP3: $5.00
Lost
MP3: $1.30
Paranoia
MP3: $1.30

Share Become A Fan

Quick Actions

Subscribe
Send Direct Message
Book This Band

Get Free Downloads
Get Widgets
Get Banners

Support Your Favorite Artist

Help Sunshine Superman
make 2013 a break out year!

Questions

Ask Sunshine Superman anything...

Q: With all due repect but that's incorrect. Its main function is to inform and thus attract, not repel. Surprising coming from a person who post such helpful videos that come across as positive, Peace.

A: I think you have misinterpreted the phrase.

Asked by The Unamed. Answered on Sun Feb 24 2013

All Questions