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Nic Swales
Rock / Indie / Pop

"INDIE SINGER / ROCK-WRITER --- new website up! ---"

Ontario
Canada

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Last Login:  7/19/2008
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   Nic Swales: General Info
Member Since2/24/2007
Band Websitenicswales.ca
Band Members in studio Halifax:
drums on Hot Rock Radio Meltdown, Down World, One Man Diner, Mission, Bohemian Summer - Andrew Newton. percussion, bass, guitars, vocals - Nic Swales.
fretless bass, producer, engineer - Dennis Field
in studio Sarnia:
bass on One Man Diner - Jay McDowell
live in Sarnia:
guitars - Jason Mullen & Kevin Duncan
bass - Wayne Reid
drums - Derek Webster
pre-production Sarnia:
Justin Gallien, Tony Zangoli, Jay McDowell

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Influencespeople I know, people I don't know, people I would like to know, people I used to know, sadness, joy, politics, mother earth, justice, hate, love, good food, really good coffee.
Sounds Likerock and folk
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Record Labelunsigned
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Jul 19 2008 9:00P
Up & Downs Sarnia
Aug 15 2008 10:00P
Ups & Downs Sarnia, Ontario
Aug 16 2008 10:00P
Ups & Downs Sarnia, Ontario

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   About Nic Swales
"NIC SWALES WITH HIS UNIQUE VOICE AND MELODIES MAKES BOHEMIAN SUMMER A REAL TREASURE" Dennis Field - Denmark Productions

"VERY STRONG VOCALS AND CREATIVE GUITAR WORK MAKE BOHEMIAN SUMMER A FANTASTIC RECORD" - Rob Jenkins, Music Director at K106.3 fm Sarnia ON.

"NIC SWALES IS ONE OF THOSE SONGWRITERS AND GUITARISTS YOU NEED TO KEEP YOUR EYE ON IN THE NEXT LITTLE WHILE. WITH THE RELEASE OF HIS NEW RECORDING BOHEMIAN SUMMER NIC IS POISED TO TAKE HIS DESERVED RIGHTFUL PLACE ON THE RICH TAPESTRY THAT IS THE CANADIAN INDEPENDENT MUSIC SCENE" - Glenn Meisner, Music Producer CBC Maritimes

BUY IT AT CD BABY NIC SWALES: Bohemian Summer
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When Nic Swales first picked up a guitar in the small town of Point Edward ON. he began cracking the surface of an amazing world. At twelve years old, Nic's intent quickly shifted from copying the music he loved to creating his own songs that would inspire people the same way he had been inspired. This is where a relentless drive and commitment in Nic to make great music began.

A third generation musician and artist Nic considers himself very lucky to have a rich musical family history. Punk, metal, folk & blues and modern rock are the genres through which he found his style. Screaming and rippin' away in front of large and violent mosh pits, hectic nights playing in bars and nervous solo coffee house and auditorium gigs are all too familiar. Open mic performances in California, Alberta and Toronto along with bookings all over southwestern Ontario and the occasional campfire have proven to be exciting and exhilirating stages. Nic has honed his stage presence and has become a captivating and attention-grabbing performer.

Learning the ability to phrase a gripping guitar melody or supporting a stand-out vocal idea became Nic Swales' tools for writing great songs. Becoming a lead guitar player has come with time and patience. When Nic writes lyrics he tries to give in to inspiration and let the moment bring the words. His initial song ideas hint at the melody, with percussive phrasing and attention to movement and flow dictating how his songs are carved and polished. Nic's focus on performing has given way to a unique and powerful vocal style full of grit, passion and conviction. Having a complete lead guitar arsenal to add spark with the proper degree of lead singer syndrome (the good kind) to give the songs Nic's personality.

Releasing an eight song EP in 2001 in Sarnia ON. - "Transit" was his first attempt at writing, producing and organizing his own solo recording. Transit is now filed in the Canadian Music Library. Attending the Music Row North event in Toronto sponsored by NSAI, a demo recording of the song "Heatwave" recieved a great review by a NSAI panel of judges in Nashville.

Nic applied organization and focus recording at Denmark Productions in Halifax Nova Scotia. Engineer/producer Dennis Field owns and operates the studio and agreed to lend his valuable experience and knowledge to the project. With Dennis' true professionalism Nic was able to build this project without losing sight of pure artistic direction and inspiration. The move to Halifax was a puzzling one for people in Nic's social and professional circle. Many people wondered why he chose Halifax and Denmark when there are many opportunities in his home province of Ontario. Nic decided the best thing for this project was to jump into un-charted waters and test himself. To re-define his view of the business of music and to gain a perspective on his career that was only visible by stepping out of his comfort zone. Nic's recording has earned him two songwriting awards from the Song of the Year songwriting contest in the U.S. A grant from FACTOR was awarded to Nic this year as the esteemed foundation recognized his potential as a songwriter. These achievements have inspired Nic Swales as he continues to further his career and un-lock doors to his very bright future in the music industry.
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JIM CHEVALIER





Jul 2 2008 9:49 AM

hey you,
just wanted to say that it was a treat sharing the stage at artwalk,hope you are well
=jc=
THIBAULT





Jun 26 2008 7:00 PM

Just thought i'd pass this along

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THIBAULT





Jun 11 2008 11:52 AM

Cool gig at Riverfest
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http://www. rockthebush. com/
almost floating





May 18 2008 8:25 PM

hi nic
String Bone





May 17 2008 9:09 AM

Hey Nic,
Thanks for the info on Artwalk. Looks like I am on the list of performers and I look forward to it. See you there - hope your gigs are going well...
Cheers,
Barry
Tomcat





Apr 15 2008 11:28 AM

thanks for your support
its a pleasure to be your friend
best TOMCAT

danke fürs addieren und eure unterstützung
cheers TOMCAT
Chris Reuber





Mar 26 2008 6:18 PM

Hey Nic....

How's it goin' these days? I just wanted to drop by and say hi, and let you know that I've been playing your CD quite a bit lately (didn't for awhile because I overplayed it at first)... I'm still quite impressed and thrilled by it every listen! I tend to really turn up the "rockers" such as "Hot Rock Radio Meltdown" and "Bohemian Summer", while the wife's favorites are "Mis Autumn" and "Change"... her brother is really into the bluesier stuff such as "One Man Diner" and "Down World" (which is also one I really dig!)!

Hope all is well... maybe I'll see you at Lackfest if you're going!?

Chris Reuber
THIBAULT





Apr 13 2008 8:45 PM

Hello from soundproof
Check out the compilation
10 great bands
http://www. myspace. com/halifaxpluggedinvii
Thomas James





Mar 4 2008 8:12 PM

Thanks for the Add Nic, hope all is well. "One Man Diner" rocks
Compton Maddux & the Dirt Simple Band





Feb 28 2008 2:31 PM

I Need YOUR Vote!
Here’s the News! YOU can help!

My song “Black Violin” placed in the Top 15 in the NSAI/CMT songwriting competition. Now the people must decide. What song is the best? Voting is easy - no personal info - just click & vote. If you love “Black Violin” – If you like Compton Maddux – If you want to change the course of history…Listen In! Vote Often! Vote Today! Vote until March 8th!


CLICK VIOLIN TO VOTE OR GO TO NSAI. CMT. COM

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Thomas Ewald





Feb 18 2008 11:47 PM

hello nic,

thanks a lot for the nice comment!

best wishes,
thomas
The Supermassive Black Holes





Feb 16 2008 3:49 PM

Thanks,.. more coming absolutely, 4 songs near being finsihed.

Love your new album!!, I missed out on your release party because I was working that night. Are you playing in the area anytime soon or are you still out east?
THIBAULT





Feb 15 2008 1:33 PM

Hello from SOUNDPROOF
Just put a knew song up
"Woman of my Dreams"
please check it out
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Jimmy Bergin





Jan 20 2008 1:33 AM

Hi Nic, great sound
Thanks for taking the time to pop by my page and listen to the tracks, glad you liked them.
Full length versions of the tracks are available for preview and download

Buy our tracks from indiestore.com
LIFE, THE UNIVERSE, AND EVERYTHING





Dec 10 2007 7:32 PM

This is an automated message from Life, the Universe, and Everything. We are extremely grateful for your friendship. If you're interested, we have toiled to create a special record, entitled "Inexist", which is in stores December 29th. Please keep in touch, and we will touch ourselves, thank you.
Ana Vido





Dec 11 2007 6:40 PM

Hey Nic!
I like your song "One Man Diner!"

Hope you like my new song "Inside of Me"!

Ana*
Sidewalk Gray





Dec 7 2007 10:47 PM

Thanks for the support and your comment!!! Have a great weekend and a merry christmas... take care!!!! Cheers SIDEWALK GRAY
Calling Wendy





Dec 7 2007 7:19 PM

Thanks for dropping by our site!

It's nice to hear from you.

Stop by anytime.


Enjoy the holidays!
CW
WYATT





Dec 6 2007 2:27 PM

Hi Nic
Thank you so much for the incredible support and taking the time to get to know us - it means the world to us.

It's unbelievable having such devoted music lovers as real friends and fans.

keep it ROCK COUNTRY
and don't be a stranger
the boys at the WYATTranch
Bray, Scott, Danny & Cam


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Lindsay Rush





Dec 6 2007 8:14 AM

Hey,

Thanks for the add! How'd you come across my page? (just curious : ) Anyway, I'm glad you did! Now that we're friends, don't be a stranger!

<3
Lindsay
Ill of Day





Dec 5 2007 6:40 PM

Thanks hun!

stay in touch

xo
Denise
illofday.com
Ron Hogan





Dec 2 2007 5:56 PM

Many thanks for the comment, Nic. You are very talented. I have a new playlist up now that you may enjoy. Give a listen when you can. Take care. Ron
Nick Zepp





Nov 29 2007 11:11 AM

Right on Nic! I dig your sound too. have a great weekend!
sarzee





Nov 12 2007 9:55 AM

Hey Nic! The release party was awesome! We are all so very proud of you and wish you all the best with the CD. Take care...
Scott Manery & The Barnburners





Nov 12 2007 8:44 AM

Hey Nic,
Sorry I couldn't make the CD release party. Hope you had a great show !!!
Me and the Barnburners are having ours November 24 at Stokes by the Bay. Hope you can make it out.
All the best with the CD.
Scott
Chris Reuber





Nov 11 2007 4:28 PM

Swales... the man! Hey bro... went to your CD release party last night... AMAZINGLY AWESOME! I really like the recorded versions I've heard (on here, and now on your CD), but live was absolutely incredible...well done! Your talent shone through, your songs rang true, and the band was terrific... couldn't ask for anything more.

I'm glad that I caught the show, and got (both) CD's, I only wish that I could've stayed around long enough to get you to sign the CD's. Oh well, maybe another time!

Take care, and Keep On Rockin' In The Free World,

Chris Reuber
the chocolate robots





Nov 10 2007 9:53 AM

Hey Nic, its matt from the choc robots .Im down with the flu so I 'll have to grab the album from Cheeky.Hope tonights a success, and best of luck in the future.
Denmark Productions





Nov 7 2007 12:23 PM

Hey Nic
Have a great release show, all the best

CHEERS

Dennis
sarzee





Nov 3 2007 3:30 PM

One more week! Can't wait to hear the new stuff live!!!
Mikel Thomas





Oct 31 2007 8:49 AM

Wow Nic... Great stuff!!! If you ever need a second guitarist for a tour, look me up! Again, very cool music. Great voice.

MT
Chris Reuber





Oct 30 2007 7:41 PM

Hey brother... just listened in to the newly posted tunes... WOW! Yep, I like 'em! I still really like "Bohemian Summer"... but that song "Down World" has really got me goin' now! I can't wait to see you again in Sarnia November 10th... I've already booked it off work so I can go!

Check ya later,

Chris Reuber
Ana Vido





Oct 24 2007 2:42 PM

Thanks for the comment! And yes, I am recording with Dennis.