Biography
Born and raised in London, Anna started playing music full-time at the age of 18, launching her career with Tony Moore (Iron Maiden) and The Kashmir Club. An accomplished pianist and keyboardist, Krantz is sought out by colleagues in the industry not only for her incredible voice and poignant, catchy songwriting, but also for her talent behind the piano.
Anna had the privilege of recording one of her early albums with Peter Van Hooke (Van Morrison drummer) at the historic Abbey Road Studios. She later supported London’s first Pop Idol Will Young on his UK Arena tour, playing the coveted Wembley Arena. In 2009 she signed to EMI Publishing, primarily as a songwriter for other artists. During her time with EMI she wrote with and for many up and coming artists, including British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran. She’s also co-written with renowned songwriters Steve Booker (Duffy, “Mercy”) and Judy Tzuke (“Stay With Me Til Dawn). Additionally, Anna has recorded her original music with notable players such as Robbie McIntosh (John Mayer, Norah Jones), Steve Pierce (Tom Jones, Rumour) and Neil Wilkinson (James Morrison, Van Morrison)