Rahn Anthoni Urban music artist Rahn Anthoni crafts hot hip-hop with an R&B flow that hints at roots in gospel flavors. In fact, says Anthoni, “I come from a gospel music background.” His history with inspirational music has helped him develop a positive relationship with the world of song. Music brings him to a high plateau and sheds the day-to-day strife from his life. His listeners get a healthy dose of this musical breeze via Anthoni’s master craftsmanship. “Music makes me feel free from all my problems that I have each day,” he says, and he is glad to pass the feeling along to fans. “It gives me a getaway and expresses love to all my listeners – including myself.” Liven Up! Music is a real motivator. Once the uplifting grooves of Anthoni’s intelligent songcraft hits your ears, you won’t be able to resist getting swept away. This is music to bring energy into your life. “Good music brings life to a dead situation,” says Anthoni. And if that’s the definition of good music then this artist’s work certainly qualifies as great music. Love A big heart lies behind this songwriting. Anthoni’s music beats with a strong heart and personality and he’s not afraid to imbue his music with emotion-triggering elements. Reaching the listener is what it’s all about. “Love inspires me to help the hurting through music. My influences are the struggles I’ve been through in life. It makes me stronger.” Anthoni uses his life experience and its strife to form cathartic art and just plain old entertainment. The Artist at Work Anthoni has worked as a background vocalist for the popular gospel artist Dotty Peoples. He has also earned artistic creds with leading roles on stage and in urban films and he also crafted a top slot single, “Give Your Love to Me,” produced by Tolga Katas. Anthoni has opened for Musiq Soulchild, Shirley Murdock, Trinity and more. His music has graced the Stella Awards as well as the BET Gospel Celebration and he has appeared at a number of talent showcases. Soon, he will be appearing on stage again in “A Family Divided” and “The Body is the Holy Temple.” Anthoni is currently working with A&R Select Review “Rahn Anthoni’s music shines with a rich luster – it verily gleams with talent!” – A&R Select
A.C. says
I just want to thank all of my friends for their constant support and love throughout the past few months. I'm so glad I joined this site and am so thankful for all of the wonderful people i've met here. I wanted to take a second to wish everyone the best of luck in this last week of the Spin Pursuit and tell everyone who makes the finals not to take it for granted. There are 476 people who would kill for the spot you will have and I hope you know how talented and loved you are to be able to make it there. For those who don't win or make the finals, never give up. I know i won't. Cherish the relationships you've developed throughout this ride and consider yourself lucky to have done so. There will be other opportunities for you. As for the winner, I will be behind you 100% and wish you the best throughout your career as I will be following it. I truly love everyone that I have been blessed to meet on this site and you are all very dear to me. So once again, good luck, God bless, and i hope we have a great finish to this thing!New York Disco Villains says
=======================Here is a Thursday vote for you. We also have a great tip for you at http://xrl.us/c3hzo This is totally a public service for musicians. We aren't making a thing off it. Read the review, you'll be glad you did. ======================= *the link takes you to NYDV's official web site.
New York Disco Villains says
================================We would very much appreciate it if you took some time to listen to our new friends: Gary B & The Notions Soon to be a huge hit! Three Horse Carousel http://musicnation.com/music/garybandthenotions/three-horse-carousel Please accept them into the Music Nation family as warmly as you did us. I guarantee the time spent listening to their music will be well worth it. ================================ No cologne or liquor today, just a vote. But we think the gift of the music link above will make up for our lack of preparation.
Jarah says
Tuesday vote for youNew York Disco Villains says
In honor of our undying love for you and the art that springs from your creative genius:We present you with this cologne drenched Monday vote. Now take this gift and spread the love! Most Sincerely, NYDV (The band that definitely loves you the most, but in a somewhat arbitrary way.) And please show some extra love to some of our friends: http://musicnation.com/music/ydwood http://musicnation.com/music/johnnybravo http://musicnation.com/music/pedestrianx http://musicnation.com/music/the7thpenguin http://musicnation.com/music/vulinqua http://musicnation.com/music/elephants http://musicnation.com/music/prophetsix http://musicnation.com/music/roberttiernan http://musicnation.com/music/hedreamsawake http://musicnation.com/music/wwwunsignedbandwebcommusicsylvanlan http://musicnation.com/music/brainbell http://musicnation.com/music/detour http://musicnation.com/music/vein http://musicnation.com/music/johnny500 http://musicnation.com/music/cookiecuttergirl http://musicnation.com/music/christyjones http://musicnation.com/music/acmusic http://musicnation.com/music/justinewilde http://musicnation.com/music/pmc http://musicnation.com/music/danik http://musicnation.com/music/thealtruistic http://musicnation.com/music/kemmittsmith http://musicnation.com/music/lovesexndeath http://musicnation.com/music/knomedude18 http://musicnation.com/music/davidwheeler http://musicnation.com/music/bcspring http://musicnation.com/music/acousticphases http://musicnation.com/music/markalandooley http://musicnation.com/music/jarahlette http://musicnation.com/music/theplasticduo http://musicnation.com/music/poppermost http://musicnation.com/music/toddduffley http://musicnation.com/music/evaeva http://musicnation.com/music/mgmuzicman http://musicnation.com/music/miuma http://musicnation.com/music/randy9856 http://musicnation.com/music/rickfrost http://musicnation.com/music/eddieblack1 http://musicnation.com/music/morphinecarnival http://musicnation.com/music/wwwmoikonetworkningcomgarysparks http://musicnation.com/music/wwwnonecom http://musicnation.com/music/solarmagic http://musicnation.com/music/lasantiago http://musicnation.com/music/homesickmarkus http://musicnation.com/music/leron08nupain http://musicnation.com/music/chicagosaints http://musicnation.com/music/indianabonez http://musicnation.com/music/dabyrdlady http://musicnation.com/music/kimmclean http://musicnation.com/music/thethicket http://musicnation.com/music/justinmayhugh http://musicnation.com/music/steelroad http://musicnation.com/music/cfuproductions http://musicnation.com/music/dusekannon http://musicnation.com/music/rickysparks http://musicnation.com/user/lsdshell http://musicnation.com/music/wildbillaustin http://musicnation.com/music/pravda http://musicnation.com/music/thinair http://musicnation.com/music/radiochemist http://musicnation.com/music/avalonparade http://musicnation.com/music/rosendomusic http://musicnation.com/user/ghostneworleans (These are just the ones that left comments yesterday, don't feel left out)
New York Disco Villains says
Here's your arbitrary Sunday vote to commemorate the arbitrary extension of the qualifying round!(ok it wasn't arbitrary it was a typo)Love, The band who arbitrarily loves you the most! (more than your daddy) Since we have a few extra days, look for someone above 500 rank that you think should make it to the head-to-head. We've seen acts move hundreds of ranks in just a couple of days! Send some love and you will get it back!
901 PINE says
A HAPPY FATHER’S DAY TO ALL, TO THE DADS AND THE WOMEN WHO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR US TO BE DADS! AARON CHARLES & SINGLE FATHER SALUTE ALL THOSE WHO GIVE BIRTH AND NURTURE, BE IT CHILDREN OR IDEAS!NOW A SERIOUS NOTE FROM A DAD, STRAIGHT FROM MY HEART: CHILD ABUSE RUNS RAMPANT IN THIS WORLD IN MANY DISTURBING FORMS. AS MUSICIANS, WE HAVE THE POWER TO SPREAD LIGHT & KNOWLEDGE -SO SPREAD THIS: THERE ARE THREE WAYS WE CAN FIGHT THIS SICKNESS AND SAVE LIVES: 1. IF YOU FEEL YOU KNOW A CHILD IS BEING ABUSED OR IS AN ABDUCTEE, SAY SOMETHING TO SOMEONE WHO IS TRAINED TO DEAL WITH THESE TYPES OF ALLEGATIONS. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/childabuse.html
-SILENCE KILLS! 2. IF YOU ARE OR WERE A VICTIM OF ABUSE OR AN ABDUCTEE, SAY SOMETHING TO ~ANYONE~! GET HELP, THERE ARE PEOPLE WHO CARE! http://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/reslist/tollfree.cfm
-SILENCE KILLS! 3. IF YOU ARE A CHILD ABUSER OR EXPLOITER, WELL, I COULD GET NASTY HERE, BUT INSTEAD I WILL SAY THIS- GET SOME HELP! SAY SOMETHING TO SOMEONE WHO CAN GET YOU HELP OR IS TRAINED TO HELP YOU, THERE ARE PEOPLE AND AGENCIES AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY ON THE PHONE AND ONLINE. http://www.stopitnow.org/help.html
-DID I MENTION THAT SILENCE KILLS! PLEASE PROTECT & RESPECT OUR CHILDREN, OUR FUTURE- -δĮЙĢĽĘ ƒĄŤĦξŖ ѴѲŢĚĐ! http://www.missingkids.com/
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/child_abuse_physical_emotional_sexual_neglect.htm
http://www.charityguide.org/volunteer/fifteen/child-abuse.htm
http://www.stopitnow.org/
LoVE SeX n DeATH says
~> VOTE <~ ~SATURDAY~~LSD~ Wow, I had no idea that this was the last day of this phase of the competition. A SPECIAL CONGRATS TO AARON CHARLES "SINGLE FATHER" FOR HIS 1st PLACE IN THE 1st PHASE OF THIS COMPETITION. TALK ABOUT LAST MINUTE GAME WIN! LOL. GOOD JOB BRO! YOU DESERVE IT. I don't know how everything works, but I suspect not as many comments for all of us. So I guess I'll say thank you to everyone for your continuous love & support for each other. I've learned a great deal so far. My only regret right now, is that I didn't think of doing the salutes earlier, as I still have a long list of artists here. But hey, this isn't the last competition here on MN, and I will continue to spread the love whenever I can, to whoever is willing to read what I have to say, and I will continue with that ever growing list when it's gonna be seen by many, like in this contest. I truly apologize to those who I didn't get to plug, due to the miscalculation on my part. I'm not gonna say good luck, because luck has nothing to do with it. What I will say is..........KICK FUCKING ASS PEEPS! You have all amazed me, and made this my favorite community site! I LOVE YOU 4 EVER!!!! SALUTED: Rick Frost: "Dogs in the Moonlight" http://musicnation.com/music/rickfrost/dogs-in-the-moonlight (Hella awesome song, and a Hella awesome musician. You'll love this from the get go. Blending acoustic rhythms with Tasty electric guitar leads, and great Vox (vocals) like Alice in Chains and Led Zeppelin (Gods), Rick gives you a glimpse of his life experiences and views on his world. And a quite melodic world. I promise. I became an instant fan.) Killed by Design: "Get out alive" http://musicnation.com/music/killedbydesign/get-out-alive (These guys fucking floored me. Great hooks, great sound, hard rock, and an amazing vocalist. The singer was very reminiscent of Bono from U2. If I was an A&R Rep for a record company, I would sign them immediately!) Fade Philosophy: "Into the sky" http://musicnation.com/music/fadephilosophy/into-the-sky (These guys way wowed me. An incredible mix of electronic, ambient, rock, metal, etc. Very different. But the coolest part, is that they can separate those different genres in one song. So instead of Industrial because of the mix of electro and rock, you'd have to say rock and electro. Hard to explain. All I know, is that in the intro, I though it was gonna be more ambient, but when it really started, it was rock, the surprised me again with a heavier chorus. This is another one that I would have signed immediately. I guess there's a lot of bands here that I feel that way about. But these guys are the absolute deal!) Morphine Carnival: "Over the Hills" http://musicnation.com/music/morphinecarnival/over-the-hills (Morphine Carnival is all Zach Jacoby. A very unique and interesting style of acoustical rock. He has a cool eccentric style to his tunes. If I had to explain or compare, I would say it was a cross between Janes Addiction and Violent Femmes, but with mostly just an acoustic guitar and vocals. If you wanna hear something different sounding in the acoustic genre, def pay Carnival MNorphine a visit.) SOLARMAGIC: "Areons Meet Star Gazers" http://musicnation.com/music/solarmagic/areons-meet-star-gazers (With a blend of different instruments, sounds, and moods, there are no words that can truly truly describe this ambient space music. But no words are needed, as this instrumental will in fact make you understand the story told here, with your ears and soul. As it says in the bio, "Some artists like to paint canvasses. I like to paint music", Solarmagic's music def paints a picture in your mind, brilliantly in High Definition!) The Advisors: "Illusion" http://musicnation.com/music/afiallo/illusion (The Advisors, is all Bert Fiallo. This music is very well written, with hooky riffs and smooth vox. It has a U-2ish almost 80's feel, but with a more live instrument sound which successfully keeps it from being dated. And I don't mean "keeps from being dated" in a bad way. I feel that's what most artists want, especially when having a song in a retro style. You wanna bring it up to date, or ultimately make it timeless, and he does both. What impresses me most though, is that he does what I wish that I could do. He makes it sound as though more than one person is playing, with different styles or feels in each track/instrument. I would like to be "Advised" by Bert.) AND A SPECIAL ALOHA & MAHALO TO THESE TALENTS THAT I'VE GOTTEN TO KNOW A TAD BIT: NEW YORK DISCO VILLAINS* POPPERMOST* BEN VANDAGRIF* THE ONE NEEDERS* PEDESTRIAN X* CRY TO THE BLIND* AVALON PARADE* PMC* ACOUSTIC PHASES* CHRISTY JONES* JUSTINE WILDE* NIKA* DUSE KANNON* MIUMA* GARY SPARKS* RICKY SPARKS* RICHARD BERNSTEIN* WILD BILL AUSTIN* HOINH* BRAVO* ROBERT TIERNAN (God)* DETOUR* RICK FROST* MARK ALAN DOOLEY* POP DOLLS* AC* MARK HOLMAN* WORMAJOR* AARON CHARLES* and of course.....JUGGERNAUT! I'm sorry if I missed you. I'm tryin to rush so that I can get my final votes in! A very VERY special thank you to my dearest friend and promo goddess, Michelle aka LSD's Shell and to her familia! Yes, you too "TheGurl"!! YOU ALL FUCKING RULE!!! ~One Love~ ☆Love Sex n Death☆ Small plug for me. Check out this snippet of my newest recording. It's a cover of EMF's "Unbelievable". Still need a lot of work, as it is only the 2nd day of working on it, but I would like your take on what I have so far. Here's the link. http://musicnation.com/music/lovesexndeath/unbelievable-cover-snippet ThanxXx again!!!!!
New York Disco Villains says
This has been one of the best experiences we have had in the thirteen years we've played together (multiple bands). This is one of the best communities of any kind on the internet. We are so appreciative of all the support and love you all have shown us. Our hope is that the best talent takes this contest. That will be a tough one considering the wealth of talent and styles represented here.Truly we are just happy to be a part of the community, the rest has been icing on the cake. And believe us, rank at this stage don't mean a thing. Our friendships here mean more to us than what has passed and what may come. With that, we wish you all the best of luck, we are pulling for everyone. It's going to be hard to vote for one act over the another, so we expect that we'll be pushing the 'equal' button more often than not. We were fortunate to have a live interview on a local radio station Friday night. We sent a big shout out to our MusicNation family. And told the radio audience how great you all are. Of course we told them to vote for us(we aren't stupid!), but we did mention that there is a lot of great music on this site. So who knows, maybe some of us will get some new fans. For those of you who are used to hearing from us almost everyday, we will be busy all day Saturday preparing for our CD release. So please take no offense if you don't hear from us. Please accept this last qualifying round vote as our way of showing you how much we respect and love you. All the best to you, NYDV Maggie (Hoop), Clark (Carlos), Chris (Thor), and Marty (Mappy) oh... (and me, Toby MacSeesall the mastermind!) We ARE the band that loves you most! ;-)
New York Disco Villains says
===========================Please enjoy this steaming, hot, smelly Friday vote. =========================== If you haven't had a chance to listen to this extraordinary vocal talent, PLEASE take a moment and enjoy Christy Jones singing "4 Minutes" http://musicnation.com/music/christyjones/4-minutes-karaoke-version ===========================