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Zanya Laurence

About Me


Zanya Laurence - Sunday (Music Video) CLICK VIDEO TO WATCH!
............................................................ ................................................* Zanya's sweet, yet moving sound showcases her early influences of urban R&B, and jazzy Soul. Born in Southern California and raised in New Mexico, Zanya began performing at the age of six. From dance to choir, she was clearly a natural. Before honing her songwriting and performance skills, her musical evolution encompassed learning to play the classical guitar at her fathers knee. Influenced and inspired by genres such as R&B, Hip-Hop, Funk, Blues and Jazz, Zanya has incorporated her creative writing and raw emotion into the lyrics found on her just released, independent debut, "Soul Theory", recorded at her privately owned studio, "Soul Spot Music". * She's had 2 songs nominated in the New Mexico Music Awards in 2004 and 2 more that were nominated in the R&B category in 2007. * Zanya was always involved in music growing up, whether it was playing in band or singing in regional talent competitions, but it wasn't until 1999 that she was introduced to her first studio experience. It was at that point that she realized she had found her niche, & with years of struggle and desire, came the sweet proof of an aspiring artist growing toward her prime. Feeling trapped, she knew she had to make a move. It was either New York or California. She found MI, sent her application with her recording and was accepted that very week. So she packed her car and drove off to the place "where dreams come true". * She soldiered on emotionally and financially, and graduated from the Vocal Institute of Technology at the Musician's Institute in Hollywood, California with extensive training in theory, performance and music business, while also studying the art and roots of Jazz and Blues. Selected by A&R, she came in first place out of 50 of MI's finest singer/songwriters in the Artist Development Program, earning the respect of her musical peers and instructors alike. She performed the Hollywood area regularly with The Zanya Laurence Band and is currently back in the studio, creating the soulful grooves you love to vibe to. * Although she has been compared to several established artists, her unique style can be heard through her passionate expression, phrasing, and thoughtful delivery. At the end of the day, Zanya's sound is truly one of a kind. *........................................................... ............................................................ ............................................................ ......................................* Please feel free to contact me ([email protected]) for any business proposals or collaborations including but not limited to interview requests, requests for promotional materials, album requests for radio or special events, requests to book show or event, and inquiries and introductions from promoters, agents, managers, labels, publicists, retail, lawyers, publishers, studios, film and TV music supervisors, etc. I look forward to hearing from you! *
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Member Since: 8/14/2005
Band Website: www.zanyamusic.com
Band Members:

Zanya Laurence.Please visit back periodically for updates and to hear new music!Your feedback and loyalty is appreciated.Soul Serious Music Publishing.© 1997-2008

Influences: Jazzy Funky Soul Music!
Sounds Like: ZANYA. Pronounced: "Z-(AHN)-YUH" 2 syllables.Sounds like jazzy funky soul music
Record Label: Soul Spot Music
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

SOUL THEORY Now Available!!!

....http://cdbaby.com/cd/zanyalaurence  Go To the link above to buy now... ....The day has finally come! The Soul Theory album is here & it's available to all. Be sure to support this independent song...
Posted by on Thu, 13 Sep 2007 10:20:00 GMT

Radio Stations & Locations Playing Zanya Laurence!

KLMJ Hampton, IA KQCR Hampton, IA KFMI Eureka, CA KKBL Monell, MO WNMG St. Croix, USVI KYFM Bartlesville, OK WNPQ New Philadelphia, OH WAIC Springfield, MA KLBQ El Dorado, AR KPMX Sterling, C...
Posted by on Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:10:00 GMT

Wanna Get To Know Zanya?

The answers to these questions should help you get a feel... p.s. I know this is a lot but if you're bored and you're interested, this should help kill some time... Name: Zanya Alexandria Laurenc...
Posted by on Sun, 01 Apr 2007 13:22:00 GMT

Get your FREE Zanya Laurence RINGTONES HERE!

Go to http://www.myxer.com/get/artist/1669673/ & browse Zanya's ringtones OR... follow the directions below :o)Ringtone CodesText The Code Of The Ringtone You Want To: 69937This Is My Life: 194033Swee...
Posted by on Fri, 07 Sep 2007 05:50:00 GMT

New SOUL THEORY Reviews...

3 Rave Reviews For Zanya Laurence's SOUL THEORY! ____________________________________________________   Review No.1:   MUSIC MORSELS review:Zanya Laurence- Soul TheoryThe pop world coul...
Posted by on Wed, 19 Dec 2007 14:36:00 GMT

Join Zanya's Mailing List and/or Street Team!

You can either sign up for the newsletter at www.zanyamusic.com and contact me that way or you can just send me a MySpace message with your full name & e-mail address requesting to join the m...
Posted by on Thu, 17 May 2007 13:02:00 GMT

Zanya PodCast Interview Now Available On iTunes!

Hi everyone!!! I recently had the pleasure of participating in an interview PodCasted on iTunes regarding my music career, conducted by Marcus Lashah from Lashah Digital Studio Records, and wanted to ...
Posted by on Mon, 05 Mar 2007 13:28:00 GMT

Exciting News & Upcoming Events...

My debut, Soul Theory CD release is coming soon!! Stay tuned for date and retail locations... Two of my songs, "Sunday" and "Sweet Sun" were nominated this year in the 2007 New Mexico Music Award...
Posted by on Thu, 15 Feb 2007 09:54:00 GMT