Nicki Gillis Band: Mitch Hutchinson - Guitar, Dave Roberts - Drums, Bryen Willems - Bass, John Lee - Fiddle.
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Influences
The list is long and varied.. but just to mention a few
EmmyLou Harris, Wynonna Judd, Fleetwood Mac, Janis Ian, Eagles, John Farnham, Bono, Michael Hutchence, Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Trisha Yearwood, My Mum....
Sounds Like
Videos:
Nicki Gillis gained Frank Ifield's attention and he's taken her under his wing and sending her to the UK as his protege. Watch her performance of 'Watch the Wildflowers Grow' and discover why she'll make us all proud.
Niki gives her response to the issue on our webpoll whether female MP's should be allowed to bring their children into the parliamentary chambers.
Nicki Gillis is an extraordinary vocalist with the ability to capture her audience’s attention and mesmerise them with every note.
Originally from Western Australia, Nicki spent her youth in school choirs and performing at local events. At the age of 12 she won a scholarship to the Johnny Young Talent School in Perth and by 16 was a professional backing vocalist for national touring acts visiting Western Australia. After years of performing in various theatre productions and song and dance troupes Nicki joined professional Rock and Blues bands performing three to four times a week for four years including 12 months with Western Australia’s premier party band.
In 1992 Nicki co-founded the award winning six piece Country Rock band “Buckshot Dolly” which toured extensively throughout Western Australia and across the country.
Capitalizing on her skills and experience, in 1993 Nicki established Harmony School of Voice and Music where, over the next few years, hundreds of students were able to benefit from her vast wealth of knowledge.
In 1996 Nicki sold her share of the business to concentrate on developing her own career which, among other things, included performing in numerous cabaret shows in and around Queensland’s Surfers Paradise. During the same year she had a successful debut as a solo artist winning the prestigious Gympie Muster Talent Search.
In 1997 her self titled EP was released in Australia, From this came the song “Hittin’ That Highway”, Nicki’s first international release. The following few years saw Nicki developing her song writing skills, producing live musical theatre and performing at corporate events including the opening ceremony of the Women’s World Hockey Championships in front of an international television audience to over 16 countries.
After moving away from Western Australia to concentrate on relaunching her national presence from Sydney she recorded her second EP which included the European 2 hit “On The Mountain”.
2006 saw Nicki’s first international tour to the Middle East where she performed to thousands of coalition troops assisting in the rebuilding of Iraq. Between her constant touring, Nicki presented the daily drive program on Australia’s Cool Country Radio.
The 2007 release of her long awaited debut album “Lucy’s Daughter” was much appreciated by her increasing number of fans. Three Australian top ten singles have come from the album; the first Australian single, “Leavin’ You for Myself” reached 7 in the Australian charts and 6 in the UK Country charts.
The single “Honey I Don’t Have Time” reached 6 in Australia while the latest single “Be a Star” is currently gaining radio airplay across the globe.
With continual local, domestic and international touring over the past few years, and the charting success of “Lucy’s Daughter”, Nicki’s performances have evolved into productions that ensure all audiences, no matter if in large or intimate venues, receive the best possible entertainment. Nicki exudes class and has a star quality that engages audiences from many different demographics and musical genres.
Her other awards, including the 2006 Blue Mountains Blues/Jazz Music Award, the 2007 Horsham Independent Female Artist of the Year, Open Album of the Year and the 2007 Coopers Golden Saddle Award, all demonstrate the industry acceptance of Nicki’s talent.
In the past twelve months, Nicki has also garnered a great deal of positive press including two appearances on the Australian Nine Network’s premier variety show “Mornings with Kerrie-Anne”, a full page spread in Sydney’s largest circulation newspaper, “The Sunday Telegraph”, and most recently was requested to make a celebrity appearance at Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo.
Nicki Gillis is a quality singer and entertainer with a wealth of experience gained within Australia and overseas. Her chart success and industry recognition clearly demonstrate her broad public appeal.
Hi Nicki, its Natasha Duarte - one of your ex-students. How are you? I am getting a lot of gigs now - not bad for a 14 year old. My band is going great guns. Enjoy the UK. I hope to go there one day too.
Hey! Thanks for the request. I hope you like my music. If you heard "My Own Hands to Hold" or "Shine" on The Hills, they are both available on iTunes. Have a great weekend! Sara Haze www.itunes.com/sarahaze www.twitter.com/sarahaze
You are AWESOME!!! Thank you so much for being a friend!!! Hope you are having a great summer!!! I sure am, Hope to hear from you soon!!!
Wrapped Up In Me is #31 on the New Music Weekly Country Main Chart!!!! I am also #12 on the top 30 Indie Chart this week!!! It is on radio stations across the nation, you can request it now!!!!! Also, If you are around Friday August 28th I'll be having a big show at Tumbleweed Texas with the Spiffingtons in Houston Texas I really hope to see you there!!!
If you sign up on my mailing list this week you will be entered in the drawing for a copy of my new self-titled CD Susan Hickman. you also get a free download just for singing up. Just fill in the mailing list form on my MySpace page!!! Hope you have a great week!!! Love ~Susan www.susanhickman.com
Thanks for the ADD! Hope you enjoy my music as much as I enjoyed yours!! Don't forget to check me out in the July issue of Country Weekly!! What's up??
Hey :-) I hope you are having a greeeeeaaaaat summer! I haven't heard from you like forever!!
Have you checked out my new song "Amazing" let me know what you think ;-) I will be touring Radio in the next few week.. Maybe you will hear one of my songs on the radio!!
MY NEW SINGLE!...'MY COWBOY!' A SNEAK PREVIEW ONLY UP FOR 1 WEEK. PLEEEEASE GO TAKE A LISTEN AND LEAVE A COMMENT! :D :D :D God Bless, Mishavonna Phil 4:13
At first I thought you might be related to N. Gillis here in Nashville, my attorney and "Unca Norman." lol Thanks for sharing and i am happy to be our friend...you are amazing! callaway
Hey Nicki, You haven't got any dates up in June, you ARE coming to Nashville, maybe with Allan Tomkins Guitars Showcase, aren't you? Hope to see you there Jørgen
Did you know there is only 3 weeks remaining until all entries for the 2009 Golden Saddle Awards must be submitted.
All independent country music artists that have commercially released physically product (CDs, CD Singles or EPs) between February 1st 2008 and January 31st 2009, and reside in Queensland, New South Wales, ACT or Victoria have less than 3 weeks to get their submissions in.
For the first time ever, the awards has $5000 cash prize.
The awards final will be held in conjunction with Rooty Hill RSL on Saturday 12th September 2009, during their brand new country music festival.
All entries MUST be submitted by 5pm Monday 1st June 2009.
For more information and to download the application form, please visit www.goldensaddles.com.au or phone 02 9653 2351.
Proudly presented in partnership with Rooty Hill RSL and Southern Cross Television.
Wrapped Up In Me is on radio stations across the Nation as of this week. Request it NOW! If you sign up on my mailing list this week you will be entered in the drawing for a copy of my new self-titled CD Susan Hickman. you also get a free download just for singing up. Just fill in the mailing list form on my MySpace page!!! Hope you have a great week!!! Love, ~Susan www.susanhickman.com
I think you get a amazing future in front of you with your music, because you have a amazing, beautiful and wonderful song voice and you have real good and amazing songs:):)
I think you get a amazing future in front of you with your music, because you have a amazing, beautiful and wonderful song voice and you have real good and amazing songs:):)
i miss listning to u sing when do u come to perth or where i am like when u did the contry camp out last yr that was really good to see u and that is the only reason y i went to it couse u where there and singing
Hiya Thanks for the request. If you give me a note of your email I can update you. My album is out. Buy it now from www.estheroconnor.com/shop and if you want it signed drop me a line here. esther x
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’’The Sunday Express (five stars) ***** It’s clear from the title track that you are listening to something special with O’Connor’s second solo album… It’s time for KT, Sandi and Amy to make room because this should launch a new Scottish star into the charts. ’’
The Herald (four stars) **** ''O’Connor has one of the best voices heard in Scotland in some time, and a set of fine songs to show it off…''
The List (four stars) **** There is an unmistakable modern twist to her music, and she flits effortlessly between, husky poppiness on the likes of ‘Saturday Man’ to soulful stripped down and spine tingling.
Hey! Thanks for being my myspace friend! You can now buy my new cd "It's Time" by going to www.Amydalley.com Thanks so much!!! oh and if you like it, could you post a review on itunes? That would be So great of you!!! Love, amyd
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