Introducing Anni Piper - Blues Leaf Records - Jan 2009

Joining  Todd Wolfe, Stringbean & The Stalkers, Nicole Hart, Barry Ryan, Albert Castiglia on the roster of Blues Leaf Records.

Anni Piper's  "Two's Company" released in Jan 2009.

http://www.myspace.com/annipiper

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zj7cp7tRXG4

This singer and bass player has made a definite impact on the Australian Blues scene following the release of her award winning CD "Jailbait". Now, with her highly anticipated new release "Texas Hold 'Em", Anni takes us on a journey that showcases her blues evolution with emotion-charged sultry vocals, groovin' bass and inspired song writing.
 
"She's done it again. This lady was born to sing the blues! Another great CD."
'Canadian' Cath Ford, 4CRM Radio, President of the Sugar City Blues Club

"..the first time I ever saw her live she was playing on the Blues Train...and she was very, very cool indeed. Definitely go check her out if you get the chance!"
Sarah Howell, Triple J "Roots n' All"

"Texas Hold 'Em" CD Review

Anni Piper deals the listener a Royal Flush in Spades with this CD... All I can say is "Deal Me In!"
...Anni is spot on with this new CD. The playing is superb. Her band...are tight and professional, laying down solid rhythms and providing the perfect foundation and framework for Anni's driving bass and sultry alto voice. ...Texas Hold 'Em is a thoroughly enjoyable listen. Anni Piper's vocals are clear and on point, her lyrics are clear, and the story lines are filled with the twist of irony that only Anni can bring to blues.

mi2N Music Industry News Network album review  -  "Sticks" Randall

".... (Anni has) finally brought something new and refreshing to the "OZ" Blues Industry. We've got some Female "Gems" in "OZ", but it is time for someone to step up, show their wares & be proud of what they've put together."

Terry Iredale, HOTFM 106.7FM Victoria

"This girl's got it...welcome a new Blues Sister to the fold"

'Canadian' Cath Ford, 4CRM Radio, President of the Sugar City Blues Club

"Jailbait" CD Review from The Edmonton Sun (Canada)

   Anni Piper's inner CD sleeve is quite obviously designed -- successfully -- to make men drool over the statuesque Australian Blues Mama. Then she starts singing, and all sorts of other tingly things happen. Piper has the kind of voice that lulls men to their doom. It's soft and sweet when it wants to be, scared and vulnerable a moment later, then ripping through you like a razor.

   In much the same vein as Janiva Magness, Piper commands songs utterly. And so this disc comes down to a matter of taste; you either like listening to a spectacular blues singer, or you don't. As a debut, it's an astounding effort.

   She's backed on this 10-track effort by a sterling crew that never misses a beat. The title track is the opener and it's smoldering. The follow-up "Live to Play" has too much to live up to but Piper is back in fine form on the torchy "Two's Company." The guitar solo on this one is from the house of Freddie King and a welcome addition to the band's overall sound. "Come in my Kitchen" changes things up again, and borrows a lick from the old Junior Wells classic "Hey Lawdy Mama".

   Every cut here is interesting, at the least. And most just cook. This disc won't be easily found in Canadian stores, but check out www.annipiper.com instead.

Jeremy Loome

"Anni's slightly gravely alto voice stands out with it's clarity and pitch. Anni's bass playing is solid and in the groove… Anni Piper has arrived, and you would do well to invite her in."

mi2N Music Industry News Network album review  -  "Sticks" Randall

"Anni has a terrific voice for the blues...this is a great debut CD"

Gary deWall, The Blues Times

...she is one of the young, exciting new Blues talents emerging in Australia... (and) is one of the premier Australian Blues songwriters, able to capture the economy of language and wit of the Blues in her lyrics.