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Gina Sicilia
Blues / Soul / Roots Music

NEW ALBUM, "HEY SUGAR", IN STORES NOW!!!



PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania
United States

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Last Login:  7/20/2009
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   Gina Sicilia: General Info
Member Since3/19/2005
Band Websitehttp://www.ginasicilia.com
Band Members

Gina Sicilia-Vocals
Dave Gross-Guitar
Dennis Gruenling-Harmonica
Scot Hornick-Upright Bass
Mike Bram/Tom Papadatos-Drums
Influences
"Hey Sugar" - October 28th, 2008 Release

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Available for PRE-ORDER at the following websites:

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CD Universe



"Allow Me To Confess" - 2007 Release

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Available to purchase at all the following links:

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Amazon
CD Baby
CDMojo
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Virgin Records
VizzTone Label Group Website


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Record LabelSwingNation Records/VizzTone Label Group
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 19 2009 8:00P
Red Hot Blues n BBQ Glen Echo, Maryland
Jul 22 2009 8:00P
Rosa Parks Circle Grand Rapids, Michigan
Jul 23 2009 8:00P
Blues on the Square Lansing, Michigan
Jul 24 2009 8:00P
Callahan’s (Opening for Tinsley Ellis) Auburn Hills, Michigan
Jul 29 2009 9:30P
Dinosaur BBQ Rochester, New York
Jul 30 2009 9:30P
Dinosaur BBQ Syracuse, New York
Jul 31 2009 8:00P
The Town Crier Pawling, New York
Aug 1 2009 8:00P
Onset Blues Festival Onset, Massachusetts
Aug 7 2009 1:00P
Bayfront Blues Festival Duluth, Minnesota
Aug 7 2009 8:00P
Bev’s Juke Joint Superior, Wisconsin
Aug 8 2009 8:00P
Waukesha Blues Festival Delafield, Wisconsin
Aug 15 2009 8:00P
Juke Joint’s Saturday Fish Fry Fort Washington, Maryland
Aug 18 2009 8:00P
The Victory Theatre (Opening for Joe Bonamassa) Evansville, Indiana
Aug 19 2009 8:00P
Minglewood Hall (Opening for Joe Bonamassa) Memphis, Tennessee
Aug 20 2009 8:00P
Missouri Theatre (Opening for Joe Bonamassa) Columbia, Missouri
Aug 21 2009 8:00P
Oldies Hot Springs, Arkansas
Aug 22 2009 8:00P
Oldies Hot Springs, Arkansas
Sep 5 2009 6:00P
Marquette Area Blues Festival Marquette, Michigan
Sep 11 2009 8:00P
World Cafe Live (co-bill w/ Seth Walker) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Sep 12 2009 8:00P
Madam’s Organ Washington DC, Washington DC
Sep 17 2009 8:00P
Hill Country New York, New York
Oct 24 2009 8:00P
Americana Stage (at Jailhouse Gallery) Morganton, West Virginia
Oct 25 2009 7:00P
Diana Wortham Theatre Asheville, North Carolina

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   About Gina Sicilia




2008 Blues Music Awards Nominee for
"Best New Artist Debut"!




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LABEL
Richard Rosenblatt, VizzTone Label Group
richard@vizztone.com
www.vizztone.com


WORLDWIDE BOOKING
Steve Hecht, Piedmont Talent
steve@piedmonttalent.com
(704) 399.2210
www.piedmonttalent.com


Press Contact
Tammy Brackett, Moonstruck Promotions
Please send all interview requests to tammy@moonstruckpromotions.com
(804) 365-8222
www.moonstruckpromotions.com




Only once in a great while an artist comes along with the power to cause jaws to drop in awe—ladies and and gentleman, meet Philadelphia's own musical own dynamo Gina Sicilia

Exposed to music early on by her music-loving family, Gina began singing at the age of 3 and wrote her first song at the tender age of 12. Upon hearing blues legend Bobby Bland for the first time at the age of 14, she became instantly enthralled by the raw emotion and power of blues & soul. After spending her teenage years polishing her vocal and songwriting skills, Gina began singing in clubs around the Philadelphia area, and has since branched out worldwide.

As an artist who has been performing on the blues circuit for only a few short years, it is obvious to see that Gina's star is rising, and it is rising fast.

In December 2007, only five months after the release of her critically acclaimed debut album, "Allow Me To Confess", Gina signed with the prestigious Piedmont Talent booking agency, which represents such legendary acts as Johnny Winter and James Cotton. That same month, Gina's impressive talent was recognized by the Blues Foundation, earning her a 2008 Blues Music Awards nomination for "Best New Artist Debut".

Now 23, this soulful, passionate vocalist and songwriter has just completed her sophomore CD. Entitled "Hey Sugar", this musical masterpiece proves Sicilia to be not only a stunning vocalist but an extraordinarily gifted, unique songwriter, capable of writing soulfully and effectively in a multitude of genres. The record is a reflection of Gina's diverse musical talent and tastes, as well as her undeniable and continuous growth as a vocalist and songwriter.

The album consists of thirteen soul-stirring tracks, nine of which were written entirely by Gina herself

"Hey Sugar" was produced by 2007 Blues Music Awards Nominee Dave Gross, who also lends his own innovative guitar playing to the mix. Backed by a cast of some of the finest players in the business, including young harmonica master Dennis Gruenling and acclaimed pianist David Maxwell, Gina's powerful vocal delivery, range, and conviction command the attention of listeners throughout the entire album.

With "Hey Sugar", Gina continues to develop a competence that belies her age.

She is an artist in high-demand, and continues to receive rave reviews from critics and music fans alike.

More than just a throwback to the great blues & soul vocalists of the 50's & 60's, Gina uniquely separates herself from the pack of current vocalists with a style that is distinctive, magnetic, and anything but cliché.

Now an internationally touring artist, Gina's ability to evolve as a vocalist and songwriter is boundless. This is only the beginning for Gina Sicilia, as she will undoubtedly continue to make her mark among the new generation of musical artists.



"Gina Sicilia may be the best blues singer on the music scene today" –JazzReview.com

"Gina Sicilia's voice posessess such depth and breadth that she may indeed one day be mentioned alongside the giants in the blues idiom." –Music City Blues

"...dramatically different from any of her peers. Her voice is robust and earthy...Gina Sicilia has a solid first album and star potential." –Blues Wax

"...Gina is fast becoming a master at her craft. As I listened to each song over and over again I kept telling myself, “This girl is going to make it big!” ....The album is full of emotion. Gina’s voice exudes so much emotion and pain. Her powerful instrument can is controlled from soft utterances up to blasting out lyrics with the best of them. She is a superb talent that is getting even better with experience.... If you love female blues vocals done right, this is a CD you must add to your collection! - Steve Jones, Crossroads Blues Society

Gina Sicilia's young, talented voice has the ability to melt your heart with the turn of a phrase... Sicilia's signature is weaving back and forth between genres with both her songwriting skills and powerful alto voice that can croon you to a swoon or be as sassy as it wants to be...after hearing Sicilia live and on CD these past two years, expectations continue to rise for this young star. ...This album is no sophomore slouch and stands up easily against last year's Allow Me To Confess because of its maturity in songwriting and continued skill and craft in vocal phrasing and overall quality." -Ben Cox, IllinoisBlues.com

"...the 23 year old is more sure footed than her big sisters of a generation ago, dazzling even harder on her new, second release. Assuming even more control of her musical direction, Sicilia is in the pocket throughout, playing the music through fresh ears and delighting mightily across the disc. A solid winner contemporary blues fans will simply love." - MidwestRecord.com


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Jul 18 2009 9:22 PM

Thanks for the Add, Gina! You have a great voice...very powerful. Keep on rockin' the blues!
Meagen Moody





Jul 11 2009 9:04 PM

Wow! Sounds great! Thanks for the add!
Zoolo Project (Jörgen)





Jul 9 2009 10:46 PM

Thank you for adding me! You sing really nice, cool music!

Take care




PS: Please feel welcome to visit my page to ad a comment or listen to my music at any time
Mac Potts





Jul 10 2009 5:56 AM

Love your music!! You were one of my first MySpace friends... if you ever need a keyboard player or sax player on the West Coast, let me know! If you have a chance, let me know what you think of my tunes.
Adrian





Jul 3 2009 4:29 AM

Hi Gina! We loved your show at Beale last week. Enjoyed your version of "That's a Pretty Good Love." Hope to see you in the Windy City sometime.
Dani





Jun 30 2009 8:58 PM

WOW! Thanks for those kind words!
Piacere :)
Have a beautiful time in Italia.
Ttys
xo
John Paul





Jul 1 2009 6:17 PM

I guess the show at the Kimmel went well? Can't wait for the wortham show I hope I can make it!
Dani





Jun 30 2009 3:13 AM

Heeeeyyyy!!!! I just saw Helen (of Helen and Tommy) in that video clip. I love her ;) Hope it was a great gig. U looked very pretty.
Neal





Jun 26 2009 3:50 AM

Ciao Gina ,thank you for the add and the friendship.
you are very good, I like your stupendous music a lot,and stupendous voice.
you are fantastic ..really. you are a myth for me;-)
talk to you soon, and all of my best wishes to always listen to your good music.
all the best.. from italy
neal
DMAC





Jun 24 2009 2:32 AM

Hey Gina just heard one of your songs on Sirius. I remembered that you had added me a while back on here. Its good to see that your on tour and have a new cd out. I'm still mixing sound down here in Austin. I'm working for Miller Pro Audio. You can check out our website Millerproaudio.com. Let me know if your doing a Texas swing anytime soon. If you don't have a engineer yet let me know. Hope the road is treating you well.
Bob Gentry Bassman





Jun 23 2009 1:16 AM

I do need to get out and and hear you when you come to my area ...Keep on keepen on !
FEAR The Game





Jun 22 2009 7:07 PM

Thank​s for the add I total​ly love the music
Harmonica Pat The Cat





Jun 21 2009 4:32 PM

hi Gine Blues on the Run peace
Don Evans





Jun 15 2009 6:25 AM

Fun night at the Blues Stroll .. you sounded great, as always.
Neal





Jun 12 2009 2:58 AM

Ciao,Gina ,Thank you for the add and the friendship.
you are very good, I like your stupendous music a lot,and stupendous voice.
you are fantastic ..really.
talk to you soon, and all of my best wishes to always listen to your good music.
all the best.. from italy
neal

FolkTronicOpera





Jun 9 2009 4:21 PM

Hi, good voice and incredible talent. Really bluesy! Greetings from Italy.
Homer & Eddieboy





Jun 2 2009 6:09 PM

Thanks for sharing your lovely Blues talent on Myspace. All the best to you!
Jeremy


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May 30 2009 12:22 PM

AC anybody?
The Group Harmony Alley





May 27 2009 11:53 PM

Gina, this photo of you, the default one you have now is da bomb. Very nice.

Christine Vitale
The Group Harmony Alley
Sundays 6pm to 9pm - EASTERN
89.1/FM-WFDU Teaneck, NJ
Streaming live at www.wfdu.fm

A foray into the roots of the R&B/doo-wopp historical experience.
derrusax





May 26 2009 3:51 PM

Precious luve! Passing by, and I want to tell you that your photo is so awesome that fulfills your profile in an outstanding manner. Don't forget you are the best! derrusax.
Tina





May 25 2009 4:22 PM

Had a Great time @ Earls yesterday, thanks for coming our way. You have the most beautiful vocals! And the Band is Perfect! Enjoy all of your music, look forward to hearing the new CD. Please come back to FL again soon.
Love & Peace,
Your Fan & Friend,
Tina
Anika





May 25 2009 4:41 AM

Loved your show Saturday night! Hope you make it back to the Back Room real soon!
Nishmah Audio Digital





May 23 2009 4:13 AM

Love it....
Hello to you from Chicago...
Fred L.





May 22 2009 8:42 AM

Hi Gina!
I really appreciate your voice and music..
I discovered your page on Mike Lattrell's....
Go on....
f.
Neal





May 22 2009 12:53 AM

Ciao Gina , Thank you for the add and the friendship.
you are very good, I like your music and the splendid voice.
talk to you soon, and all of my best wishes to always listen to your good music.
all the best.. from italy
neal
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