Alongside the shade that Ana Stasia throws in her debut music video release, is a smorgasbord of soul, jazz rhythm and unflinchingly strong vocals. “Shade” – the radio single from independent Canadian artist, Ana Stasia’s debut EP, “Best Life” – is the perfect introduction to her captivating style, incorporating elements of R&B and Pop to create a refreshingly soul-driven sound. Already, this singer-songwriter is turning heads, with “Best Life” having made the 61st Annual GRAMMY Award ballot for Best R&B Album, and “Shade” on the ballot for Best R&B Song, Best R&B Performance and Record of the Year.
Though Ana Stasia’s early success comes as little surprise. It was only about seven years ago when the up and coming artist became the first Quebec teenager to be handpicked to perform with a 50-voice choir at Carnegie Hall, as part of the American Honours Performance Series, reserved for the highest rated performers in North America. Following the release of her first original single, “One Heart”, in 2016, Ana Stasia obtained a music artist development deal and was featured on GRAMMY nominated and award-winning songwriter and producers, Lynx and GC’s ‘Dangerous to Love’. Now, with a collection of her own, Ana Stasia is putting the music world on notice and we can rest assured that there is more to come.
An empowering message, particularly for vulnerable individuals - men, women and children - facing unwanted overtures. The lyrics are socially relevant in the context of the “Me Too movement”. Congratulations to Ana Stasia and team on ”Shade” and “Best Life-EP! Looking forward to your future creations.