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Sami Akbari
Indie / Pop / Ambient

"I'm Awesome."

Brooklyn, New York
United States

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Last Login:  7/25/2008
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   Sami Akbari: General Info
Member Since9/9/2005
Band Websitesamiakbari.com
Band MembersMe (Sami Akbari . . . in case you didn't notice/in case you're an idiot): vocals and I will begin to play the micro korg live as well . . . yippee!

On EP:
Uri Djemal: Guitar.
Shane Koss: Keyboards,
Lorne Entress: Drums.
Ben Zwerin: Bass.

Live:
Jay Barclay: Guitar.
Ezra Oklan: Drums.
Mathias Schuber: Keys.
Jeremy Kay: Bass.

InfluencesAlbums and artists that have been influences for my upcoming EP: We've been listening to a lot of Beck's "Sea Change", All of Fiona Apple (especially "Extraordinary Machine"), Death Cab for Cutie (esp. "Transatlanticism" and "Plans"), Frou Frou/Imogen Heap, and everything that is The Beatles. Go on and marinate on that for a minute. In general, I love all music except for modern country (classic rock country is awesome though). BUT I would say my influences that you may hear in my music are: Ani Difranco, Fiona Apple, Feist, Paul Simon, Josh Rouse, Cat Power, Van Morrison, throw a lil' dash of the blues in there, singer/songwriters in the New York City music scene . . . and then of course sadness, love, losing love, hope, losing hope, dreams, losing dreams etc. Really uplifting material ;) It really does change everyday though.
Sounds LikeI'm a lot taller than I am.
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 22 2008 7:30P
Cross-Pollination w/ The All For Nots @ FONTANAS!!!! NOT PIANOS!!! New York, New York
Aug 2 2008 8:00P
The Living Room New York, New York
Aug 28 2008 8:00P
Rehab Opening for Talib Kweli!! New York, New York
Sep 8 2008 8:00P
The Bitter End - Singer/Songwriter’s Circle New York, New York

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"I’m always pleasantly surprised when a room full of people goes quiet when they hear me sing for the first time," mentions singer/songwriter Sami Akbari. After having seen her perform a few times, one quickly realizes that this is not an uncommon event. It is truly amazing to hear this big, incredible voice come from this little girl, no more than 5 feet tall. When one sees Sami Akbari perform for the first time, they will notice that not only are her songs beautifully heartbreaking with an almost magical essence to them, but she is also incredibly entertaining in between songs in ways that have had people describe her as a mix between a serious musican and Sarah Silverman.

Sami is currently promoting her new 4 song EP, "Somebody Else’s Stranger" which was selected as a Best Buy’s Indie Pick of the Week, and has been described as, "moody pop songs that vibe Dido, Tori Amos and Fiona Apple," by the highly regarded Village Voice as well as "a shimmering alt-pop coup. A complex palette of sounds [that create] the perfect backdrop to showcase her smooth, sultry vocals. These well-crafted, lovingly produced songs successfully bridge several genres," by Jessi Robertson of New York City’s Local Correspondents and the blog, "Are You Drawing Pretty Things".

Sami has been performing around New York City for the past 2 years at places such as Rockwood Music Hall, Pianos and Crash Mansion amongst others. She has also performed in her home town of Philadelphia where the roots of her musical beginnings are. She is honored to have been asked to perform at the Sam Waxman Cancer Research Foundation fundraising event in July that will give her an audience of about 500 people. She is currently booking more shows in other cities as well as more venues in NYC to continue her promotion of "Somebody Else’s Stranger".

Sami recieves many emails from men and women alike telling her how much her music has effected them. After hearing this "ethereally lovely" (New York Cool Magazine) artist, you will most likely become one of these people. "Somebody Else’s Stranger" can currently be purchased on DigStation and CdBaby.com as well as iTunes and other digital services.

SOMEBODY ELSE’S STRANGER CREDITS:

Produced by Uri Djemal and Sami Akbari
Co-Produced by Shane Koss
Mixed and Engineered by Uri Djemal for Madpan Productions
Arranger and Additional Engineering, Shane Koss
Additional Engineering, Lorne Entress
Mastering by Fred Kevorkian, Kevorkian Mastering @ Avatar Studios in NYC


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Wes





Jul 24 2008 1:28 PM

great performance ms akbari :)
Erica, duhs





Jul 24 2008 1:44 PM

Please... no one else was on that stage in just a black bra! That was you and me, kid.
You are just as much of a bad ass.

And your rendition of Gloria kind of made my life...

<3 <3 <3
Kevin Johnston





Jul 23 2008 12:09 PM

I have a photo of you I wanted to post on here, but NOOOO, someone had to disable HTML comments on their myspace profile! LA Di DA!

great show last night sugar plum.
Meghan





Jul 2 2008 3:18 PM

The best birthday wishes to you...
Aysha





Jul 2 2008 7:05 AM

I am happy you were birthed!
Erica, duhs





Jun 20 2008 4:55 PM

Thank you so much for coming out on my birthday!!

It really meant a lot.

Love you, Sammy girl :)
Saeideh





Jun 11 2008 6:48 AM

:D i became a member 2 years ago but I never checked it out !
VANESSA RESELAND





Jun 6 2008 1:49 PM

Playing tonight at Bar 4! Would love to see you, Sami!
Oona Fay





Jun 4 2008 4:59 AM

Thanks for accepting my request.
ZACK G THE LONELY RAMBLER





Jun 1 2008 7:10 PM

quitcksand love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!
thanks for tha add hope you like my tunes
zuit alors!





May 31 2008 10:36 PM

My heart is swelling with joy that women are making their mark in music.
You're the next big thing, I suspect.
Summer Rain Recordings (White)





May 30 2008 3:19 PM

Just stopping by to say thank you for the support, and to wish you an excellent weekend.

www.summerrainrecordings.net
Ezra Oklan





May 29 2008 11:17 PM

Actually, it was a good show tonight!
Jon Friedman





May 29 2008 3:49 PM

That's a friend of mine. I asked him to do it while I was out of the neighborhood.
Jon Friedman





May 29 2008 3:41 PM

It was very easy. (minimal crazy-person techniques needed)
Brian





May 28 2008 5:56 PM

"Only one person has heard this song"

"Your... va.... china!"
MR. RICHARD





May 25 2008 10:23 AM

JUS' STOPPED BY TO SAY HEY & ALWAYS "THANX" FOR THE ADD.
GREAT RESPECTS FOR YOUR WORK ...

ROCK ON !

MR. RICHARD
VANESSA RESELAND





May 24 2008 2:54 PM

sexy.
MusicDish





May 24 2008 2:08 PM

I'm hoping to see you at the upcoming Galapagos show. But so far, I've been really impressed.

Best,

Eric

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Dewy Scoobs





May 23 2008 3:57 PM

Hey Sami! Was listening to your songs again the other night, and it just reminds me how awesome you are. Thanks again for all your great toons!
katharine


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May 17 2008 8:13 PM

i'm in the middle of a really long
day and some of your tunes came on
& it made me smile a little bit.

hope things are good. i see that
you have some dates up. now that
school is over, i can hopefully
squeeze in some sort of social
life and catch you play one night

-k.
Crystina Maez





May 18 2008 2:09 AM

Maintain the magic on your way!
CORAL ROCK SONIC!





May 14 2008 5:19 PM

Saludos y exitos!!
IMEDJE





May 13 2008 5:10 PM

Hey there Sami. ... Ain't seen you for a while it's been too long ...;)
I've been messin' around at Indaba, and collaborated on a song that I think turned out pretty cool. Thanks for turning me on to that place.
Anyway, check it out sometime, ("Peter and the Bird") Hopefully you can hear this one ;)

Imedje
Coco





May 13 2008 10:29 AM

Heck yes!
Krisja





May 12 2008 6:34 AM

hey. can we get together soon and laugh?
Jess





May 11 2008 9:47 AM

Hey lovey I miss you and wanted to let you know how much of a wonderful, beautiful being you are. Your talent never ceases to amaze me and I know there are great things in store for you. Anyways I love you and can't get you lovely music out of my head!
Kevin Johnston





May 6 2008 2:37 PM

/// How bout instead of being even, we hold a grudge against each other for all time?
Deeyah Presents





May 5 2008 4:28 PM

Thank you for supporting the SISTERHOOD movement!

xoxo
VANESSA RESELAND





May 2 2008 7:41 AM

Hey Hottie...
Sorry I split the other night. You prolly didn't notice because you were smothered by a thousand people. Effing superstar;)

BUT you were GREAT. Giving everyone chills and making people cry. It was a massacre of the heart...in a really belty way. YOU'RE AMAZING!

And love the new songs, sistah;)

See you soon?
Ginger





May 2 2008 8:29 AM

I find myself singing "Somebody Else's Stranger" as I walk down the streets of NYC! It's so fitting for this crazy city. Great songwriting my dear and great show the other night! Hope to catch your show again soon! - G.
Jessi Robertson





Apr 30 2008 6:37 PM

sami,

you were so awesome last night. i'm sorry i didn't get to see you after, but i get a little claustrophobic. that was the best i've ever seen you. i love your band. it sounded brilliant. your stage presence was amazing. you have accomplished so much... it's very inspiring! looking forward to seeing you guys again soon!
Erica, duhs