Based in New York City, this critically acclaimed Swedish singer and songwriter is what Adult Contemporary music has been waiting for. With his latest release, ROMANTIKA, Anders fuses sophisticated lyrics with lingering melodies. Rooted in Jazz, Soul, and European Pop music, Anders distinguished sound will captivate and move you. The music is available on iTunes, Amazon, CDBaby.com and Spotify.
Anders made his triumphant return to Feinstein's at Loews Regency in NYC on Wednesday, June 30, 2010 and on June 6, 2010, Anders Holst performed on WNBC morning show, “Weekend Today in New York”, to celebrate the National Day of Sweden! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzoNxOeOU6Q
He has since been nominated for an American Smooth Jazz Awards in the category of "International Male Vocalist of the Year." Other nominees in the category are Michael Bublé, Matt Dusk and Seal. Anders is also performing at the awards show along with smooth jazz greats, Richard Elliot, Peter White, Marc Antoine and Nick Colionne. The American Smooth Jazz Awards are presented by Scott & Company Music Group and will be held at the Blue Chip Resort and Casino outside of Chicago on October 29th, 2010. To vote for Anders and your other favorite nominees, visit: http://www.americansmoothjazzawards.com before July 15th.
Anders is currently working on a new album to be released in the fall.
“His (Anders) honest and original love songs can give romantic music a brand new chance. Do your heart a favor and check him out.” QUINCY JONES
"Anders Holst is a regal contender to become the new crowned prince of contemporary romantic music. The original compositions across “Romantika” glide with the ease and beauty of a springtime drive through the countryside." BILLBOARD'S CHUCK TAYLOR ON ROMANTIKA
"All About Soul." That's the best I've heard from Holst. I've added "All About Soul" because it is a very well-written tune and Holst's smooth jazz interpretation makes it a great track for our smooth jazz channel… people hear Boz and Robert Palmer in the music … the vocal approach is best described as a blend of Bryan Ferry and Peter Gabriel.WILL KINNALLY, MUSIC CHOICE
“Soulful Swedish singer/songwriter Anders Holst blends smoky jazz with the adult contemporary melodicism of Sting, Seal, and Leonard Cohen. Introspective, spiritual and romantic, Anders deftly weaves pop, jazz, and classical into a smooth style all its own.” JAMES CHRISTOPHER MONGER, ALL MUSIC GUIDE
“I haven’t heard music and lyrics like this before. When you can play something unique after listening to music for 35 years, that’s fantastic.” FRED BRONSON, BILLBOARD MAGAZINE