Anita Athavale’s captivating voice and
confessional lyrics are among the ranks of Canada’s most gifted singer
songwriters. Through her unfailing desire to express
herself through music, Anita has developed a distinctive voice paired with
lyrical insights that connect us to our relationships and to ourselves. She
rocks, she croons and sails; her music is infectious and sincere.
Born in Windsor, Ontario, Anita Athavale grew up in a family where musical
expression was encouraged. Her family's record collection laid the foundation
for her introduction to songs, poetry and singing; listening to artists like
John Mellencamp, Led Zeppelin, Paul Simon, Blondie, David Bowie and Fleetwood
Mac. The daughter of a mother with German/Czech heritage and a father from India, Anita was exposed to determination and cultural
diversity from a young age.
By the age of sixteen, Anita began playing
open stages and coffee-houses, strengthening her resolve to write and perform
her own songs. Within months of her debut performance, she had garnered enough
attention to be offered opening slots for Canadian major label acts such as
Holly McNarland, Moxy Fruvous and Spirit of the West.
In 2002, Anita released her acoustic album
"The First Time". That album sparked interest from major labels, and
was included on the U.S. publication JANE magazine's CD compilation (which
featured acclaimed artist's such as New Order and Kasey Chambers) as well as
being one of most played albums on Canadian college radio that year.
Anita followed up the release of that album
by touring parts of Canada, sharing the stage with: Kathleen Edwards, Jason
Colette, Danny Michel, Chris Brown and Kate Fenner, Martina Sorbara and Andrew
Cash. Getting the chance to showcase in Toronto and co-write as well, Anita crafted songs with Tom
Wilson (Blackie and the Rodeo Kings), Andrew Cash (Cash Brothers) and Russell
Broom (Jann Arden). She has since been a showcase guest at the Alberta
Songwriter's Series and has also been featured on CBC and CKUA radio.
After touring and promoting
her acoustic debut, Calgary based musician Anita Athavale devoted more time to
developing her unique songwriting and production style. Creating two 3 song
demos; one in 2003 and 2005 and working with talented musicians and producers
strengthened Anita's performance both on record and on stage. With her new
material and her own assured sound she ventured forth to make her follow-up
album.
Anita has now released her second full
length studio album, "In The
Noise". Her sincere approach to songwriting is evident in this
collection of her newest songs. From the straight rock pulse of “South Pacific”
to the emotive ballad “Get By”, Anita’s new album emphasizes her diversity of talent and style, with songs that
are catchy and thoughtful at all once. With an assistance grant from the
Alberta Foundation for the Arts, “In The Noise” was recorded at Sundae Sound
studios in Calgary, Alberta. Anita co-produced the album with Dave Alcock
(Falconhawk, ChixDiggit). For more information about Anita Athavale visit her
official website>
www.anitaathavale.com