Anna Calvi is an English musician who plays in the band of the same name. On 6 December 2010, Calvi was announced as a nominee for the BBC's Sound of 2011 poll. Her self-titled debut album was released in the United Kingdom on 17 January 2011, where it debuted at number 40 on 23 January.
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Calvi is known for her intense guitar playing and seductive live performance. She has said that she tries to create the sounds of other instruments through her guitar, and is noted for her particular style of playing which involves hitting the strings in a circular motion, rather than strumming up and down.
Following her album release show at Hoxton Hall in London, Calvi won over critics with her "performance of superb self-possession and dramatic timing. The Independent called her a "strumming seductress" who was "born to be heard in person" playing "with every ounce of passion."
Visually, Calvi nods to the world of Flamenco in her stage outfits. However, rather than wearing the traditional frilly dress, she opts for the high trousers and blouse of a male dancer.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anna_Calvi
http://www.annacalvi.com/
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