Anjelia and The Boy
Asbury Park, New Jersey, United States
Music
Press
NEW YORK, NY—Anjelia & The Boy is sometimes much more. Like they were the Saturday night of Memorial Day Weekend at the Lower East Side’s National Underground. The Jersey Shore acoustic pop duo of vocalist Anjelia Pelay on keys and Nick Kiefer on guitar was joined by violinist Taylor Hope and the accompanist guitar of Joseph Chiappelli, a.k.a. Anjelia’s dad.
The songstress’ stark blonde bangs, big black eyelashes and white thread crown make her look like a Lady GaGa, but the music is less RaRa boombeats and more coffee shop pop. Even without a drummer, their sound stays full: Kiefer’s rhythm guitar is an ever-present drive while Anjelia taps out the melodies on her keyboard and, at times, a melodica. Her voice almost always comes from the bottom, belting out her lyrics rather than the talk-at-you or breathy whisper style that similar singers revert to. The young Hope’s rock violin is a definite plus, often furious, sometimes waning. And yes, Father’s Day came early this year, as Anjelia’s doe-eyed, goateed dad blends in, appearing when necessary with the occasional flourish picking of his guitar. It was a really sweet display of familial affection—how well they complemented each other, and how comfortable they seem in their own skin.
Though maybe they’re still figuring out exactly what that is. Songs like “In Colors” and “Ours Will Be The Sky” shift between throwback rock ballads and country-tinged ditties, while “Giving Up” and “In The End” recall the femme-fronted acts of the late Nineties/early Aughts. Whatever it is that Anjelia & The Boy grows into, it will be worth watching. - John R. Bohrer/The Aquarian
"I love you guys. Your music is simply amazing."
- Alicia Ansbach
"I am obsessed with Anjelia and The Boy. OBSESSED. She has an amazing voice. The songs are on a cd..and I play them in the car. My friend is also totally obsessed...let me know when you two are playing!"
-Deanna Shissias
"I like that there are hints of John Lennon and it isn't like the junk that's out there right now."
-Christopher L. Nastuk
"Anjelia & The Boy is one of the most amazing and most original bands I have ever heard. Check their page out! AMAZING music."
-Heather Thompson
"You have received the highest compliment about your music. My son has really great taste in music. He will only sit still for really good music. If hes crabby and I want to calm him down, all I have to do is put your music video on "This Life" and he instantly goes to squealing and he's happy as can be."
- Zev Siegel
"Love the lyrics, love the songs, love Anjelia! Love everything about it! I can't help but smile every time I listen. I hope it is the beginning of better things to come!"
- Seaton Chang
"I must say wow! Your songs are deep. You sound amazing. Very talented."
- Americk Lewis
"When l hear your music, l feel better myself Anjelia."
- IIhan Oflaz
"Your music no lie makes my days better"
-Alicia Ansbach
"Between Nikka Costa and Sheryl Crow. Anjelia is beautiful as always!"
- Diego Eichberger
"I've listened to a couple of your songs, They're fantastic."
- Onkar Singh
"This is amazing, keep it up."
- Vincent Pisano
"Your Music is GREAT!"
-Jason Bentley Jones
"I just listened to your music and it's great! Love the "In The End" song, that one is my favorite."
-Ross Patterson
[On our song "In The End"]
"Yet another tune from this ultra talented duo."
-Jeff Bittner
[While taking a survey]:
What song is stuck in your head?
"This Life by Anjelia & the Boy. Check them out, they're amazing"
- Alicia Ansbach
[on our song "Giving Up"]
"I love everything about it, lyrics, sound, vocals. Its an awesome song."
-Zev Siegel
- The People
"Wow very different. I love the way you put this together. I actually prefer to listen to this version. She [Kelly] sang it well but it sounds a bit inorganic."
-Americk Lewis
"Holy sh*t!!! I don't know any of Kelly Clarkson's work (I only listen to Slayer and Stevie Wonder), but holy crap, you sound f-ing amazing!!!! I cant stop listening to this!"
- Maria Victoria - Various Websites
"This to me is perfection. You rock. "
- Chaoskade379
"I love this..I am adding to my profle now"
- Stacey Tamir Asher
"Beautiful cover"
- Jonathan Orso
- Various Websites
"Wow... so good... I just hope you get signed by somebody who lets you keep doing what you've been doing."
-AboutTheImage
[on our song: "This Life"]
"I love this so much, it's touching. I really hope you find a good recording label, you deserve one. This is so good, I've listened to it at least five times. Keep up the good
work, Anjelia!"
- Chaoskade379
[on our song: "In The End"]
"The spirit of Johnny Cash Flows through this."
- xHalloHeadsx
[on our song: "This Life"]
"I completely agree with your lyrics. People really are cruel and disrespectful to one another.Your soft voice is perfect with the nature of the song."
- Andi Viviano
- Youtube
Sunset seemed to take longer over the New Jersey hills as beautiful singer Anjelia Pelay cast some of her own light at Keyport's Espresso Joe's. On this cold Saturday night off the Jersey shore, her sweet, lovely, emotionally charged voice, warmed coffeehouse patrons. As she pours her heart and spirit into her performance, Anjelia creates a moving and joyful experience for her audience.
Versatile and multi-talented, musician, singer/songwriter, model and actress (drama and comedy), with a resume too long to here mention, Anjelia could start a one girl entertainment industry.
Keep some space open on your calendar so that when you have some free time or need to make some free time, you can check out: Anjelia & The Boy - By David Pambianchi-NewsBlaze.com
"musically it [Anjelia & The Boy] sounds like Colbie Caillat, except Anjelia can actually sing, where as Caillat is just a piece of eye candy."
-NEM TV/105.9 FM The Radiator Radio Station, New England Music Television - NEM TV/105.9 FM The Radiator
Replacing a muggy Manhattan afternoon, a cool Jersey shore breeze rolled in along with Anjelia Pelay and her band to the Lower East Side music scene at Joey and Gavin DeGraw's Music Bar, The National Underground.
With a beautiful voice soft or filled with power and emotion, lovely Anjelia Pelay always moves her audience. Last night was no exception, except the addition of Taylor Hope's sweet violin accompaniment. As the band gets a feel for the city, Anjelia hopes to perform more often in the Big Apple. Sweet heart, sweet smile, great voice, careful New Jersey, with this girl, New York might try to claim Finders-Keepers.
-David Pambianchi/NewsBlaze.com - NewsBlaze.com
Discography
"A Long Way" - (90.5 The Night, Brookdale Radio - N.J.)
"In The End" - (Digital Download - Single, release 10/09, Radio Crystal Blue Airplay 1/10, Coffee House Earth Airplay 3/10, NEM TV/105.9 FM Radio Station, 2010)
"Ours Will Be The Sky" -
(Single - Country Radio Airplay, 1/10 - Texas, USA, & Radio Crystal Blue Airplay 1/10, NEM TV/105.9 FM Radio Station, 2010)
"Giving Up" - (Indie104 - iRADIO LA Airplay, 2/10)
"Ours Will Be The Sky" - (Singer/Songwriter Cape May Compliation CD 2010)
They are currently recording their first EP release for Winter 2010.
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Bio
"With a beautiful voice soft or filled with power and emotion, lovely Anjelia Pelay always moves her audience."-NewsBlaze.com
A singer, songwriter, actress, and multi-instrumentalist (playing piano, guitar, melodica, harmonica, ukulele, and even accordion), Anjelia Pelay, was born and raised in Toms River, N.J. It all started at the age of 5, playing Mozart and Beethoven pieces on the piano by memory. She then grew up entertaining and performing for almost her whole life. After spending some years as an actress appearing in small guest star roles in Film/Television, dappling in some dance gigs and Off-Broadway roles as well; Anjelia was quietly writing her original music, working hard at perfecting her craft. You may have seen her before 'in character', but her music will surprise you even more
When she met Nick Kiefer; guitarist, designer, and also multi-instrumentalist (playing guitar, banjo, harmonica, mandolin, and slide guitar,) it was the perfect musical match. They began playing their original music at coffee houses and lounges along the east coast of New Jersey and also New York City. They headlined as "The Featured Artist" at The Legendary Stone Pony in Asbury Park, N.J. on December 3rd 2009. They were also selected to be a 'Showcase Artist' at 2010 The Cape May Singer-Songwriter Music Festival and The Seaside Music Festival.
Press:
"The songstress stark blonde bangs, big black eyelashes and white thread crown make her look like a Lady GaGa, but the music is less RaRa boombeats and more coffee shop pop. Kiefers rhythm guitar is an ever-present drive while Anjelia taps out the melodies on her keyboard and, at times, a melodica. Her voice almost always comes from the bottom, belting out her lyrics rather than the talk-at-you or breathy whisper style that similar singers revert to.
Songs like In Colors and Ours Will Be The Sky shift between throwback rock ballads and country-tinged ditties, while Giving Up and In The End recall the femme-fronted acts of the late Nineties/early Aughts. Whatever it is that Anjelia & The Boy grows into, it will be worth watching."
-Aquarian
"Sunset seemed to take longer over the New Jersey hills as beautiful singer Anjelia Pelay cast some of her own light at Keyport's Espresso Joe's. On this cold Saturday night off the Jersey shore, her sweet, lovely, emotionally charged voice, warmed coffeehouse patrons. As she pours her heart and spirit into her performance, Anjelia creates a moving and joyful experience for her audience."
-David Pambianchi/NewsBlaze.com
"Anjelia & The Boy is one of the most amazing and most original bands I have ever heard. Check them out! AMAZING music."
-Heather Thompson [fan]
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