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Bio: J. Anomaly is a hip-hop/rap artist from New Haven, CT, who started making music in 2018. He releases music through his own independent record label, Elm to Ivy Records LLC. Anomaly offers a complete variety when it comes to musical style. Some of his work would best be categorized as alternative hip-hop/rap, while the rest of his work would better be categorized as conscious hip-hop. Anomaly’s creative motive is the very reason for this: Create music with a message! With this motive in mind, he unapologetically, seamlessly, and open-mindedly crosses between musical styles with his work. 

This versatility has been made evident with the success of one of his most popular releases, “Fo’ Sho.” Though Anomaly usually delivers more of a technical hip-hop approach, a love song is capable of carrying just as much meaning as complex rhyme schemes, in his opinion. On the melodic love song “Fo’ Sho,” we see Anomaly soulfully crooning over a chill instrumental about the beauty of love and companionship. Received very positively by listeners, “Fo’ Sho” has already garnered over 58,000 streams on Spotify alone and has been placed on Spotify's Discover Weekly algorithmic playlist. "Fo' Sho" has also received radio airplay from Sacramento State University's radio station KSSU and Roger Williams University's radio station WQRI 88.3 FM! His follow-up releases “Lily Dove" and "Notes App," on the other hand, offer a completely different musical style that is more akin to his body of work as a whole. On “Lily Dove,” Anomaly displays his technical boom bap rapping ability while delivering bars about the meaning of life. On "Notes App," we see Anomaly assert his lyrical ability with authority. "Notes App" is a sophisticated concept song about text messages, first drafted in Anomaly's notes app, sent to a romantic partner. Following in the footsteps of "Fo' Sho," both "Lily Dove" and "Notes App" were also placed on Spotify's Discover Weekly algorithmic playlist. 

With his latest 2024 release "Theory to Fact," we see Anomaly further solidify his artistic identity. Mellow yet motivational, "Theory to Fact" sees Anomaly rap about staying focused and capitalizing on his potential while staying away from negativity.

What exactly separates J. Anomaly from the other rising artists of this generation? The answer is simple: In an era almost entirely rooted in virality and gimmicks, Anomaly is passionately holding on to the lost art of the album. More specifically, and likely due to his citing of acts such as Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole as inspirations, J. Anomaly aspires to keep the concept album (i.e., albums with songs that all come together to tell a complete story) in style. His latest full-length release, A Moment Lost to Find Blue, is a 14-track concept album that explores themes such as spirituality, mental health, existentialism, and afrofuturism. Anomaly hopes to soon follow up his 2021 work with yet another substantive and full-length concept album in the near future.

J. Anomaly’s artist name itself is a testament to why following his journey in the music industry is worthwhile: He’s not afraid in the slightest of being different! He’s an anomaly with the ambition to make his name remembered for years to come through the release of meaningful art.

Notable Accomplishments: 

• Radio Airplay: J. Anomaly received his first radio play on 4/19/2024 at 11:43 PM when his song "Fo' Sho" was played on Sacramento State University's radio station KSSU! "Fo' Sho" has been added to KSSU's radio rotation! Click here to learn more about KSSU! "Fo' Sho" has also been added to the radio rotation of Roger Williams University's WQRI 88.3 FM. Click here to learn more about WQRI 88.3 FM. Proof of radio play can be tracked via Spinitron.com.

• Blog Features: 

  • In a write-up by blog Grotesqualizer, J. Anomaly was praised for his confident flow and ear for musicality on song "Theory to Fact."

Grotesqualizer writes, "New Haven, CT hip-hop artist J. Anomaly presented his latest leisurely take, featuring a verse from LA rapper WIL$ON. Having a flair of 1990s down south rap classics, 'Theory To Fact' offers a juicy and measured Cadillac sound. The sedative guitar loops and mellow bass pressure meet J. Anomaly’s chill-gliding yet confident flow manner. The chorus magnetizes with the soul/r&b strokes of the backing vocals, and WIL$ON adds more contrast with his dynamic, tight part. The track is 'about staying focused and capitalizing on one’s potential, all while staying away from things that might derail an artist’s career,' J. Anomaly sums up.”

• • In a write-up by Tayo Odutola for blog The Word is Bond, J. Anomaly was praised for his lyricism on song "Lily Dove." Since this initial write-up, Anomaly has had 3 songs featured on the blog.

Tayo Odutola writes, "J. Anomaly displays his smooth lyrical proficiency in his new release 'Lily Dove'. The track is soulful, soothing and groovy and J. Anomaly is more than comfortable as he gives audiences a taste of insight, intelligence and a dash of bravado."

Tayo Odutola writes, "J. Anomaly teams up with LA-based rapper WIL$ON for this uplifting and aspirational track titled 'Theory to Fact.' Backed by a soulful texture, lush guitar licks and hushed drums, the emcees detail how their resilience, faith and purposeful endeavours yield results."

• In a write-up by Marcus Rodriguez for blog Folded Waffle, J. Anomaly's "Theory to Fact" was hailed as ambitious and reflective.

Marcus Rodriguez writes, "J. Anomaly’s latest single, “Theory to Fact,” is a reflective yet ambitious track that encourages listeners to double down on their potential while steering clear of distractions. Anomaly’s verses balance introspection with determination, offering a motivational edge that feels relatable to anyone pursuing big dreams. The feature from WIL$ON brings a dynamic energy to the track, with his reputation for cutting-edge lyricism shining through as he expands on the song’s central themes of focus and perseverance. Together, the duo crafts a track that resonates deeply without sacrificing replay value."

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