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Welcome to AnkerMusic.
Do you dread the cliché of the “acoustic guitar guy”? The endless strumming, the background noise that feels more like filler than music? Even venue managers on a packed Saturday night sometimes wonder if they need a full band to bring real energy to the room. Anker solves this problem.
Anker is a New Jersey–based solo rock performer with the power of a full band, delivering an electrified mix of classics & originals. With a repertoire of 450+ songs — spanning 4 albums, 3 singles, & a century of rock/ pop favorites — he tailors each performance to the room, blending the energy of classic rock, the storytelling of singer-songwriters, & the edge of modern rock. Influenced by legends old & new, Anker builds a sound that is both timeless & uniquely his own.
His signature “rhythm lead” guitar style combines percussive grooves with intricate licks, creating the feel of a rhythm section & lead guitarist all in one. At his feet, he controls percussion, looping, & background vocals, delivering a one-man-full-band performance that venues often reserve for larger ensembles.
In the studio, Anker’s originals showcase a different side of his artistry. Collaborating with professional musicians & award-winning producers, his tracks have earned college radio airplay & secured opening slots for nationally known acts. His songs fit seamlessly alongside classics, often leaving listeners convinced they’ve stumbled across a hidden deep cut.
Career Highlights:
Today, Anker continues to bring his one-man-full-band sound to venues from Cape May to Upstate New York — captivating audiences, earning loyal fans, & proving that one performer can indeed sound like a whole band.
Do you dread the cliché of the “acoustic guitar guy”? The endless strumming, the background noise that feels more like filler than music? Even venue managers on a packed Saturday night sometimes wonder if they need a full band to bring real energy to the room. Anker solves this problem.
Anker is a New Jersey–based solo rock performer with the power of a full band, delivering an electrified mix of classics & originals. With a repertoire of 450+ songs — spanning 4 albums, 3 singles, & a century of rock/ pop favorites — he tailors each performance to the room, blending the energy of classic rock, the storytelling of singer-songwriters, & the edge of modern rock. Influenced by legends old & new, Anker builds a sound that is both timeless & uniquely his own.
His signature “rhythm lead” guitar style combines percussive grooves with intricate licks, creating the feel of a rhythm section & lead guitarist all in one. At his feet, he controls percussion, looping, & background vocals, delivering a one-man-full-band performance that venues often reserve for larger ensembles.
In the studio, Anker’s originals showcase a different side of his artistry. Collaborating with professional musicians & award-winning producers, his tracks have earned college radio airplay & secured opening slots for nationally known acts. His songs fit seamlessly alongside classics, often leaving listeners convinced they’ve stumbled across a hidden deep cut.
Career Highlights:
- April 2013 … 3x nominee, Jersey Acoustic Music Awards
- June 2014 … Performer at the New Jersey State Capitol for the state’s 350th birthday
- March 2015–2019, 2025 … Venue host, performer & seminar panelist at Cape May Singer/Songwriter Conference
- February 2018–2020 … Venue host, performer & seminar panelist at Millennium Music Conference (Harrisburg, PA)
- November 2016 … Featured on the 6th anniversary Musicians on a Mission compilation with Vini “Mad Dog” Lopez (E-Street Band) & Paul Whistler (Dawg Whistle)
- September 2019 & February 2020 … Released singles Dust & Moments, produced by Dr. Louis deLise (Patti LaBelle, Halestorm)
- March 2020 – March 2022 … Host of the weekly “Pandemic Open Mic” via Zoom for an international audience
- Opening act appearances with Darryl “DMC” McDaniels (Run-D.M.C.), Vinny Martell (Vanilla Fudge), Richard Barone (The Bongos), LUX
Today, Anker continues to bring his one-man-full-band sound to venues from Cape May to Upstate New York — captivating audiences, earning loyal fans, & proving that one performer can indeed sound like a whole band.