Anjanel records demo for local songwriter

Anjanel just finished recording a demo for Bloomington/Normal songwriter Greg Putnam. Check it out. The name of the song is "Clean Sweep." Click here to listen.

Anjanel's Upcoming Events

Be sure to check out Anjanel at the Primetime Country Opry Saturday, February 27th. You can't miss this special show. The Primetime band, along with Anjanel will be performing a special acoustic show. Show starts at 8p.

Also, don't miss Anjanel's upcoming performance at the Border's Bookstore café, Saturday March 6th from 7-9pm. She will be promoting her new CD, "Back to Basics," which will be carried at the Border's in Normal, IL. Sit back, enjoy a cup of brew and relax as you listen to Anjanel's music.

 

Anjanel Featured in American Concierge Magazine

Check out the latest Winter issue of the American Concierge Magazine. You can find the magazine at all hotels in the Bloomington/Normal area, as well as most of the downtown establishments in Bloomington/Normal. If you would like a copy, email Anjanel at anjanel.folkens@frontiernet.net and she will send you out an issue, free of charge. The article talks about her musical roots, with her mom being her greatest inspiration as well as her past and current projects. Make sure you check it out!!

 

The Wait is Over! Back to Basics is in!!

After a few unexpected delays, Back to Basics is finally here! The CDs were going to be available for purchase the day before Thanksgiving, however the CDs were delivered early and are now available! Back to Basics is the perfect stocking stuffer at a great price. With FREE shipping, you can get a collection of your favorite classic tunes for only $10. CDs will also be available at local music stores in the Bloomington/Normal area. Please check back for details.

 

November 25th Back to Basic will he HERE!!!

Need the perfect stocking stuffer, Anjanel's long awaited CD is almost here! On Wednesday, November 25th, Back to Basics will be available for purchase. Back to Basics is a collection of Anjanel's favorite Classic Country and Gosepl songs. If you love the simplistic and beautiful sound of a piano, then you will love this CD. Piano is the main instrument used through out the CD, with a splash of stand-up bass, strings and accordian. See below for list of songs included. Purchase here, on Anjanel's website, or visit her at one of her shows. Check back for additional retailers. CDs will only be $10.00. NO SHIPPING charges!!! If are interested in purchasing a CD, send Anjanel an email at anjanel.folkens@frontiernet.net. and she will get a CD sent out to you once they come in! Song previews will be available soon on the site, if you would like to listen before you buy.

 

Back to Basics almost here!!

After some minor delays, Anjanel's follow-up cd to "Roadtrip," "Back to Basics," will be available soon! "Back to Basics" is a collection of Anjanel's favorite classic Country and Gospel tunes that you are sure to enjoy. The line-up of songs include:

Check back for more details. Also tune in to Eddie Bear's Classic Country Show, Sunday nights from 7-10p on 104.1 FM for more details as well. If you are not in the B104 listening area, go onto www.wbwn.com and click on "Listen Live."

 

Friday, July 31st - Come out and enjoy great music at the B104 Free Music Tent at the McLean County Fair

Lookin' for something to do this upcoming Friday? Grab some grub and settle down in the B104 Free Music Tent at the McLean County Fair, located at the Interstate Center at 2301 W. Market St. in Bloomington, IL. Anjanel will be performing from 5-7pm. Her niece, Sterling Lally, also shares a love of singing and will be performing a song that evening as well. So, come on down and cheer on Sterling as she makes her singing debut.

Want to make it a full evening. Just after Anjanel's performance, stroll on down to the grand stand and watch Borderline and headliner, Chuck Wick's. It's sure to be a great night of music!

Bloomington Extreme Teams up with the
Illinois Country Music Association, Inc.
on Saturday, June 6

Bloomington – What’s more American than tailgating, football and country music? The Bloomington Extreme and the U.S. Cellular Coliseum are teaming up with the Illinois Country Music Association, Inc. (ICMA) for their June 6th game against the Wichita Wild. For that game, $5 of the $15 ticket price will go to the ICMA, a non-profit organization. Arrive at the game early and enjoy performances by ICMA’s talented musicians outside of the main entrance of the Coliseum starting at 5:30 p.m. After the game, ticketholders are encouraged to stick-around for a post-game concert on the field during fanfest by the ICMA’s rising stars.

Want to make it a full day of fun? Prior to the Extreme game, ICMA will be hosting a tailgate picnic at Miller Park in Bloomington. Bring some tailgate munchies and enjoy a free concert from 3-5:30 p.m. at the Miller Park stage as members of the ICMA perform. Kids and adults alike will enjoy lawn games while listening to talented local performers. The tailgate is free and open to the public.

To support the ICMA with the purchase of Extreme tickets, call the U.S. Cellular Coliseum box office at (309) 434-2658. The code word “ICMA” must be used when purchasing tickets. Game time is 7:05.

The Illinois Country Music Association, Inc. is an organization for country music performers and fans. The money made from the various fundraisers held throughout the year goes to support the ICMA scholarship fund, an annual trip to the North American Country Music Association International competition in Tennessee, workshops and ICMA shows & events that help
to showcase its members.

ICMA Night with the Extreme Flyer downloadable PDF file.
Come out to support the Illinois Country Music Association!

 

Anjanel's going Back to Basics

Anjanel will officially announce the release of her follow-up album "Back to Basics" with her new commercial spot airing on the Eddie Bear Show on B104, May 10th from 7-10pm.

Back to Basics is an unplugged album that will include all of the favorite classics you grew up with. Look for Back to Basics late this summer! More details to come. To get a sneak preview of the new spot, click on the following link, Back to Basic's spot on B104

 

Heartland Community College Back to the Nest EventFirst Annual Heartland Community College
Alumni Event May 16

Former Heartland students are invited to reconnect with the College at Heartland's first annual Alumni Association event -- titled "Back to the Nest" -- from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 16. The event will take place in the quad area on the College's main campus located at 1500 W. Raab Rd., Normal, IL.

Though geared toward Heartland alumni and current students, community members also are invited to attend the event to explore the campus and join in several activities, including:

* trolley tours of campus
* free food and beverages from Redbird Catering
* athletic challenges, games, and inflatables
* the Normal Fire Department's "Survive Alive" House
* face painting by the Zoo Lady
* "I.D. A Kid" -- a child safety identification program sponsored by Prudential Financial
* a performance by the family-friendly Biscuits n Gravy Band from 4-6pm and also Anjanel Folkens during the Biscuits n Gravy's break at approx. 5pm.

Alumni attending the event will have an opportunity to join the growing Heartland Community College alumni association by officially registering for free membership. In addition, members who sign up at Back to the Nest will be given a key that could potentially open a unique "treasure chest" of prizes at the event.

For more information about Heartland's alumni association or about the Back to the Nest event, call Colleen Reynolds at (309) 268-8188 or email colleen.reynolds@heartland.edu.
(source from www.heartland.edu/news.jsp?newsID=1630)

 

Archived news 12/10/07-4/26/09