Biography

Born in Brazil, raised in Canada and making her home New York, Vaneli Dos Santos has been surrounded by music from her early childhood. Singing her very first solo in church at the age of 5, Vaneli knew music would be a permanent fixture in her life.

Now, at the tender age of 20, Vaneli has been polishing her skills as a performer - singing in the studio and showcasing live at venues across the Country. With a sexy and inviting stage show Vaneli has always welcomed any opportunity to perform in front of a crowd.

Vaneli enjoys singing powerhouse Pop songs just as much as she loves singing sultry, soothing R&B. Her influences include Whitney Houston, Toni Braxton, and Mariah Carey. And having a background in dance, she admires artists like Janet Jackson, and has aspirations of becoming a quintessential entertainer, that in time will measure up to those musical icons she so highly respects.

Vaneli's Debut Single, "Loose Em," was released in March 2006 and has been gaining airplay and outstanding reviews from media sources Worldwide. In less than one month Vaneli has managed to secure growing rotation on College radio, and Commercial networks across the Country.

Her Debut Album "Hard To Believe", recorded in New York, is a collection of powerful Hip-Hop, Pop and R&B songs that tell stories about love, relationships and the joy and pain of connecting with someone all topics that are real, down-to-earth and a part of everyday life.

From the albums first hit single "5 Minutes" to the unique flow of "Ur Money" Vaneli provides an intriguing fusion of sexiness and edge. "5 Minutes " opens strong, with a cathy beat and smooth vocals that continues through the song. Vaneli’s deep range compliments this track, showing off her sexy vocal style. "Ur Money" is another smash hit that's sure to become a club favorite. This one is more edgy, up-tempo with a catchy hook that will get listeners wanting to move.

In all, Hard To Believe is a Hot Album for those who love R&B/Hip-Hop and Pop music, and will have listeners reaching for repeat!

"Remember when we found out the brazen Toni Braxton was actually quite short? Vaneli is what Ms. Braxton would have sounded like had she been as tall as we thought. The hot R&B prospect starts with pipes that tower over her peers, then layers in blazing beats fit for the club hip-hop circuit."

~ Editor of CNET Music on Vaneli