An Evening with Swedish Crooner, Anders Holst April 28, 2011

SWEDISH CROONER ANDERS HOLST RETURNS TO NEW YORK FOR
A PERFORMANCE AT STELLA BISTRO, APRIL 28, 2011
COCKTAILS COMPLIMENTS OF OFFICIAL SPONSOR, AKVINTA VODKA

“His (Anders) honest and original love songs can give romantic music a brand new chance. Do your heart a favor and check him out.” - QUINCY JONES
“Anders Holst is a regal contender to become the new crowned prince of contemporary romantic music. The original compositions across Romantika glide with the ease and beauty of a springtime drive through the countryside.” – CHUCK TAYLOR, BILLBOARD MAGAZINE
(NEW YORK, NY) April 7, 2011 – After spending the last six months recording a new album in Sweden, the ‘Sting of Stockholm’ is back in town for a very special engagement – a live performance at Stella Bistro on April 28th, 2011 at 6:00pm. The evening’s entertainment is brought to you by Akvinta Vodka, who will be offering a complimentary cocktail to each guest throughout the night. Additionally, Stella will be offering special drink prices all evening.

In anticipation of his third release, SoHo Suite, Anders will be performing in the heart of the South Street Seaport at Stella Bistro. Anders will play selections from his previous releases, Romantika, and Five, as well as a preview of tracks from his highly anticipated new album. Stripping his larger set-up down to three supporting musicians, Anders will provide a sultry soundtrack for the evening in this already intimate, romantic space.

SoHo Suite, (due out June 2011) is meant as an ode to his New York neighborhood and the emotions it inspires. The album includes originals with a jazzy interpretation of Michael McDonald’s “I Keep Forgettin’ (Every Time You’re Near)”. Although not a far departure from Romantika and Five, SoHo Suite promises to bring a fresh approach to Adult Contemporary composition, which will be presented in a rare live setting at Stella.

After the release of his critically acclaimed EP, Five, Anders released his first full-length album, Romantika, in January of 2009, which was touted by Smooth Jazz.com as “a grand success;” moreover, Chuck Taylor of Billboard Magazine heralded Holst to “become the new crowned prince of contemporary romantic music.” The ten songs on the album capture Holst's remarkable fondness for penning songs that are truly from and of the heart, enhanced by a genuine and refined pop sensitivity and an incomparable elegance.

Following the success of Romantika, Anders was nominated for an American Smooth Jazz Award in the category of ‘International Male Vocalist of the Year’ alongside major label players, Michael Bublé, Matt Dusk and Seal. He also made his TV debut on WNBC’s Weekend Today, where he performed the single “Make It Shine”.

For additional information about Anders Holst, visit www.andersholst.com.
Stella Bistro Event Details:
Thursday, April 28th, 6:00PM
Stella Bistro
213 Front Street
New York, NY 10038
212.233.2417
Reservations suggested: www.stellanyc.com
ABOUT ANDERS HOLST
Soulful Swedish singer/songwriter Anders Holst blends smoky jazz with the adult contemporary melodicism of Sting, Seal, and Leonard Cohen. Born in Gothenburg Sweden, Anders grew up in a home filled with music. Not only from the thousands of choirs for which his nation is known, but also his father’s diverse record collection – Artie Shaw, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, and later The Supremes, Dionne Warwick and Burt Bacharach. Following his influences and passion, Anders wrote his first song at age eleven. After years in the consulting business, Anders released his first EP, Five in 2005, which All Music Guide heralded as, “deftly weaving pop, jazz, and classical into a smooth style all its own.” The great reception encouraged the 2009 release of his second album, Romantika – a collection of songs that ponder love, separation and redemption. Romantika’s release lead to a multitude of shows at the prestigious Feinstein’s at the Loews Regency, a northeast tour of Botanical Gardens as part of his “Love Blooms” tour, a performance on WNBC’s Weekend Today in New York, and a nomination for International Male Vocalist of the Year – alongside Michael Buble, Seal and Matt Dusk – in the 2010 American Smooth Jazz Awards. His third release, SoHo Suite is slated for June 2011. For more information, visit www.andersholst.com.

ABOUT STELLA BISTRO
Situated on a quiet stretch of Front Street, Stella Manhattan Bistro is a neighborhood bistro that delivers a straightforward menu infused with bold French, Argentinean and Asian flavors. At Stella Manhattan Bistro the decor is chic, but the vibe is laid-back; the kind of place you can take a first date or gather with a group of friends. For entrees, hearty favorites include our pan seared skirt steak with chimichuri sauce, delicately seasoned pork chops or our traditional beef bourguignon. No matter which way our Stella Manhattan Bistro menu takes you be sure to enjoy a selection from the impressive international beer list or sip on a Stella signature cocktail like the Bistro Manhattan with Makers Mark and cherries soaked overnight in vanilla, cinnamon, clove, and orange. Call Stella Manhattan Bistro to book a reservation today!

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