''Confessions of a Scorpio; It's a sexy record for nearly any mood"- Damien McP (LEO Music)
"I get the feeling Teneia could breathe soul into just about anything."- J.K. Oliver (EarCandy Mazagine)
"One of my favorite artists on CDBaby!" -Derek Sivers,
(founder of CDBaby.com)
“A cross between Ani DiFranco and Aretha Franklin...”
-Herman Snell (Jackson Free Press)
“With
her amazing voice, unique guitar rhythms and moving lyrics, it won’t be
long before this up-and-coming artist will be known nationwide for her
talent” -Cherry Grrl
“Teneia
Sanders is seducing the ears of people everywhere. One listen to her
exploding vocal range, her beautiful melodic voice backed with her
clever guitar playing, and you’ll be physically moved.” -Casey Parks(Jackson Free Press)
Biography
Originally from Jackson, Mississippi,
Teneia is quickly making a name for herself in the Indie music scene.
Her angelic voice, unique guitar rhythms, and moving lyrics have helped
to solidify her growing reputation as a truly gifted artist, one whose
dedication is as strong as her music.
One of Teneia’s most recent pieces, Stand, earned a placement in the
HBO documentary ‘Prom Night in Mississippi,’ featuring Morgan Freeman. Stand embodies Teneia’s ability as an artist to address deeply rooted
social issues fearlessly and confidently. Her true talent however, is
how she strips down the audience, leaving their minds filled with
reflection and their hearts filled with hope.
Recently signed to SonaBlast Records, Teneia has released her second LP
"Confessions of a Scorpio" with her bandmates, The Highlands,September
2011. 'Love You Thru Words' was picked by the fans to become the first
single off of the highly anticipated record because of its soothing
melody and profound lyrics. Teneia states "this record has been the most
fun to make and simultaneously the hardest. I had to give up a lot of
control and really listen to others to make this record what it should
be. Mauriece Hamilton (producer & bandmate) and I have clicked from
day one. He really understands me as an artist and really makes me dig deep
to find the soul and possibilities that I can achieve in being present
in the music. I think this record will be a success because of all the
hard work that is being done and the talent that is attached to it."
-Winner of the 2009 National Women’s Music Festival’s ‘Discovers New Talent Competition.
-Original song Stand featured in HBO Documentary “Prom Night in Mississippi” starring Morgan Freeman (2007)
-Nominated as a finalist for PASTE Magazine’s Rock & Reel Contest (2008)
-Winner of 2011 Chicks with Picks 'ChickStock' contest.
-Song 'Loser' picked up by FirstCom. (2011)
-Contributed a cover of the late Tim Buckley’s ‘Once I Was’ on the Teach
for America Compilation Album (along with national acts Neko Case and
The Swell Season) (2007)
-Nominated by the Just Plain Folk Music Foundation for best original blues song I’m Over You, from debut record ‘Soul Catcher.’ (2009)
-'Stand' featured on Taste of AAA sampler June 2011.
Teneia has shared the stage with numerous artists including: Missy
Higgins, Jamie O'Neal, Sarah Darling, Jessi Colter, Sharon Little, Grayson Capps, Catie Curtis, Luke Doucet, Tab
Benoit, Kelley McRae, and more.
-Played in Red Gorilla Music Festival held in Austin, TX. (2008)
