all ep singles:
melody and lyrics: niki andré, leads and back ups: niki andré, master: scott lake @ metal works
the dawns rise singles:
music: denzil remedios and niki andré, guitars, bass, keys and programming:denzil remedios, additional guitars: roger sader, produced by: niki andré, engineered, recorded and mixed by: denzil remedios at gold mine studios.
the first light (debut) singles:
music: stan stapor and niki andre, guitars, bass, keys and programming: stan stapor, piano, organ and strings: ron lapata, drums: ron enross, produced, recorded and mixed by: stan stapor at summit studios
writing medley:
lyrics and melody: niki andre, leads and back ups: niki andre
songs in order of appearance:
10:1 - production: jesse bear (jbearmusic), music: jesse bear and niki andre
waitin' on - music and production woto nyomba (musashi beats), guitar: jesse bear and woto nyomba
clear - see "dawn's rise singles"
am i freakin u out? - music and production: woto nyomba (musashi beats), drums: dan reiff and woto nyomba, additional music: peter jones and ricky tillo
lost girl - see "first light singles"
dues (live jam) - bass: calvin beale, drums: dan reiff
let's go - music and production: woto nyomba (musashi beats)
swim - music and production: woto nyomba (musashi beats)
i'm breathing - music and guitar: roger sader, additional melody: roger sader
Influences
Sweet, sultry, subversive and for the lyrically streetwise...In defense of Love. This, is Dirty Jazz.
Sounds Like
...like fumbling for the light...but knowing I have wings...and so do you.
______________________________________LOVE
I think that globally, right now, our culture is wounded deeply by the rift that comes from trying to compartmentalize our humanity. Trying to separate our spirits, bodies and minds, our feminine and masculine, our men and women.
In reality that kind of separation is impossible. But our culture seems bent on convincing us that those fractures are not only possible, but desirable, especially when it comes to sexuality. We have ourselves (and our children) convinced that we can have sex without becoming emotionally and spiritually affected; invested. Just trying to live down to that is making us sick and crazy. My music in general, and Dawn’s Rise in particular, is made to try and shed light on the deception. To help close and heal those wounds…in defense of Love.
______________________________________BIO Niki André is the daughter of a jazz musician and a child of music theatre, who has been performing since she was a child and once worked as a studio background vocalist. As a FACTOR award-winning Artist (FACTOR Demo Award 2007), Nikiʼs format-defying blend of Hip Hop, Jazz and Soul has attracted fans worldwide. Her debut release, First Light, has caught spins at over 150 stations and shows - from Australia to North America and all across Europe gaining accolades from hosts and DJs around the globe. This self-proclaimed diva has coined the term "Dirty Jazz" to describe her emotional and improvisational sound.
Niki's broadcast appearances include the Women's Television Network (WTN)ʼs, Girltalk series, the Canadian Broadcast Corporation (CBC)ʼs Big City Small World (Feature Spotlight Interview) and CKUT 90.3ʼs Soul Perspectives (Feature Interview). She is a published writer and ACTRA affiliated. Past shows include live performances at include Revival, Trane, Scwaltz Fest ʻ08, The Drake Hotel and The Urban Music Association of Canada's Future Soul Showcase. Niki has also been invited to showcase at the Bitter End, NYC, headlined at the exclusive Summer Fete in Alys Beach, FL, and is invited to speak and showcase at the International Soul Music Summit in Atlanta.
Niki is currently in writing mode, expanding her songwriter's catalogue, collaborating with musicians in Florida, Toronto, Los Angeles and the Netherlands, She is also working in collaboration with Canada's Evergreen Foundation, developing a music festival and a series of music-based programs for at risk youth. Record credits include First Light (EP) 2005, Hurricane Healing Vol. 3 (Compilation) 2007 and Dawn's Rise (digi EP) 2008.
Niki Andre’s ‘Dirty Jazz’ “has caused a sensation” †† If you haven’t had the pleasure of being moved by her “seductive”, “velvet” tones, keep tuned. “a wonderful singer-songwriter with an engaging presence both live and on record”,“Niki André is ready to take center stage…[S]he makes a powerful impression with her soft voice. Her lyrics are not watered down for consumption but refreshing and nurturing for the soul"“She is definitely proving, lyrically and vocally, to be what the industry is lacking.” So get Lost in Dirty Jazz.
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If you dig my music and the intention behind it, please share these links and spread the word. I'd like as many people as possible to hear these songs...much love for all the words of support..keeping my eyes on the horizon.
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IF YOU ARE INDUSTRY
and you would like to play the new tracks at your station or on your show. I would love your support in getting the music out. Please contact me at: http://www.sheilluminatesit.com/epk/
* thank you FACTOR for helping me to record the new Dawn's Rise tracks!
†† review quotes by (in order of appearance): • Mario Padilla, Radio Contadero, Spain • David Cintron, WPRK 91.5, Apopka, Florida • Armen Manukyan RADIO ARDZAGANK FM103.5, Yerevan, Armenia • Jude Kelly, Chair, R&B/Soul Committee - 2003-2005 Juno Awards, Former Vice President - Urban Music Association of Canada • DJ Junior, aka Bruce Campbell, Urban Music Director, WKDU, Philly • Heather Douglas, Producer/Co-Host, Soul Perspectives, CKUT 90.3, Montreal, Quebec
My prayer for you this Thanksgiving is, as always, that by Grace you and yours be granted the Wisdom and Strength you need to endure, survive and thrive!
Alright Then Young Lady . . . Thank you for your continued Friendship and Support!
I am invisble, understand, simply because people refuse to see me...they see only my surroundings, themselves, or figments of their imagaination~indeed, everything and anything except me~Invisible Man~ ....Ralph Ellison.
LOVE..do you know ,what a love means..?love..its not just a word to say,whenever we meet..not a word , just to say it when we start talk..its not a feelings start , once in a while,and to lead to be forgotten..its not a loving sight , just when we need it ..and its not a warm hugging ,just when also need ,to cry or when we want to take of our sadness..love..love is some thing more exalted,more than you can know,do you really know?!..no, i don..t think so..because love is a beauty sympathy sight,always , in any time and every where,..and not just when we feel to need it ..that sight , which still forever in our minds,which gave us a power to live in this world..and make our hearts warm to make us love each other more and its that feelings which it gives us a strange feelings ,when we meet and never to know how it end..even it get its power from our hearts..and it became more and more until an adore,and then to a craziness..love..its a warm lap ,in a coldness nights sadness nights and a happiness nights.love is a necessity lap which is in every where,and any where in our life..love,never to disappear ,when you hide..still here and never to go ,even if you did..love..love is a gift..love is a giving..love is a sacrifice..love ,love ..love is a love..love..its not just a word to say ..its more eminent from talking about..so ,now ..do you know what it means?!
A gentle breeze began to flow, creating music to one’s ears, whence it came no one knows, yet it takes away all our fears. Possessing such power and might, as it steadily warms the cool air, leaves dancing everywhere in sight, magical essence to those who dare. A single gift of beauty to behold, the soft wind felt upon your face, yet, in it’s fury it can be so bold, not every moment is satin and lace. It carries the fragrance of flowers, blending aroma of Spring so rare, hard to believe in Winter it devours, but for now, it’s splendor we share. The mystical wind is like life itself, for it contains both good and bad, never found sitting idle on a shelf, it can make one happy or forever sad...;) Andre!!!
Thank you for your friendship and for your music! I wish you a wonderful weekend! What are your plans? Anything special? in case you're in the mood and have some time, maybe you would like to check out my new photographs, I hope you like them. :)
Greetings from Germany God bless Auf Wiedersehen Harald
YO WUD UP, SAMUILL IS HERE AND READY TO GO. MY NEW CD START TALKING: THE SHINNING DARKNESS IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE @ WWW.CDBABY.COM/CD/SAMUILL . BEEN WAITING FOR SOMETHING NEW, HERE! WWW.CDBABY.COM/CD/SAMUILL
CALLING you now, not for your flesh I call, We, unaccustomed to courage exiles from delight live coiled in shells of loneliness until love leaves its high holy temple and comes into our sight to liberate us into life. Love arrives and in its train come ecstasies old memories of pleasure ancient histories of pain. Yet if we are bold, love strikes away the chains of fear from our souls. We are weaned from our timidity In the flush of love's light we dare be brave And suddenly we see that love costs all we are and will ever be. Yet it is only love which sets us free;)...Andre!!!
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Good morning... Your career is in bloom... Just let the music lead you. and all the rest will fall in place.... I love your style. Love from Sunny Florida... and A star.. 4 u.. S
