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Influences
Some of my influences include; Pat Benatar, Carrie Underwood, Etta James, Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, Heart, Janis Joplin, Amy Lee, LeAnn Rimes, Alicia Keys, Norah Jones, Miranda Lambert, Sara Evans... There are many more, I'll post as I think of them!
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SUSAN HICKMAN
BIOGRAPHY
Susan Hickman has found her niche in a blend of rocking, uplifting country that hints at a range of influences from Janis Joplin to Carrie Underwood. Passion is evident from the very first note, and her considerable talent allows her to segue from whisper-quiet reflections to barn-burnin' romps with ease. Hickman's in control and loving it – and she proves it on her debut country CD, SUSAN HICKMAN.
With her new CD, Susan is not only sharing her love of music - she's hoping to connect with a global audience. "I really identify with the songs on this project," Susan says from her home in Atascocita, Texas. "And I think that a lot of other folks will, too." Produced by Doug Deforest (Todd Fritsch, Doug Spartz, Jonathan Edwards), the disc is the perfect showcase for Susan’s fresh and vibrant vocals. Highlights abound and include songs by top-notch Nashville tunesmiths Brett James, Mila Mason, Bobby Pinson and others. "Red" is a dark tale of jealousy and rage, while the two-steppin' fun-loving, "Wrapped Up In Me" offers a light-hearted change of pace. The contemporary ballad "Hell Still Ain't Frozen Over" works well with Susan's favorite, the poignant "One Of Those Who Make It Up There." Closing the disc is Hickman's soulful take on Gregg Allman's classic southern rocker, "Whipping Post."
The 24-year old beauty is not without credentials; over the past few years she has shared the stage with high-profile acts like Tracy Byrd, Jo Dee Messina, Kevin Fowler, Steve Holy, The Lost Trailers and Phil Vassar, to name a few. Her live shows are energetic, and she’s developed quite a following in her home state. “I love performing,” Susan says admits. “When you can feel the audience’s energy, you know you’re doing your job.”
Music has always been a part of the feisty blonde’s life story; she started taking piano lessons when she was just five years old and added the violin in her teens. Just four years ago she began to teach herself guitar. "Yes, I'm blessed to come from a very musical family," she laughs. "We were always singing and playing; our family reunions are just awesome."
Susan grew up singing in the church choir, listening to her parents’ favorite classic rock songs, and hearing her mom sing opera around the house. Her mother often made up songs to get her two daughters motivated. “There was literally a song for everything,” Susan recalls. “Gonna clean house today? Yep, she had just the song to put you in the mood.”
That musical backdrop helped drive the Texan’s love of song, and according to her parents, the exposure began when Susan was still in the cradle. Family legend tells us that Hickman was actually singing before she started talking. "Crazy, right?" Susan laughs. "Well, some things never change."
Another thing that hasn't changed is this songbird’s precociousness. When she was just 12-years old, Susan cold-called a talent agency and scheduled an audition. Why? "My mom told me I'd have to convince her that I was sure I wanted a career in music before she'd let me pursue it,” Susan recalls. “Making that call was my way of showing her that I was serious. She's been behind me every step of the way, ever since."
While that first phone call didn't lead to instant stardom, it did give Hickman an insider's look at the industry - and helped prepare her for the work ahead. Her life, she says, has been focused on a career in entertaining ever since.
Susan is the human equivalent of a perpetual motion “machine” - and she now divides her time between live performances, songwriting, rehearsals and her web design work. “I’m always busy,” Susan confides with a laugh. “But I’m also pretty much happy all the time. I promised myself that my ‘job’ would be something I loved. Music is it.”
Another promise the aspiring star made was to never compromise herself or her music. “I’ve always said that if I tell you something, it’s the truth. For me, if it’s even possible, when I sing something - it’s even truer,” Susan states. Her moral compass leads her in everything from song choices to venue selections – and she is steadfast in her beliefs.
While Hickman was raised in Houston, her childhood years were imbued with a “small town” feel. “My little sister was – and is – my closest friend,” Hickman states. The two shared a childhood filled with secret, homemade slip ‘n slide adventures (indoors no less) and late night television marathons watching old westerns. It was an idyllic life in many ways, and one that Hickman is determined to emulate.
Introduced to her husband Matt by a mutual friend four years ago, Susan is on the fast-track to happiness. Kids? "Yeah, someday," she says with a smile. In the meantime, she's performing every chance she gets. "I love the energy of the crowd," says Susan. "It's really powerful when the audience relates to you and your music." This young artist is driven to make those connections. Combine her talent with that passion - and you have the magic that is Susan Hickman.
September 10, 2009
CD REVIEWS
Dan Workman
President and co-owner of SugarHill Recording Studios – Houston Texas
Your songs are really good. I got to listen to Wrapped..., RED,.. and Hell,.. on the way to work. Super-pro arranging, playing and production. Congratulations! Wish I had done it. I look forward to seeing you again. If there is anything that I can do to help with your voting status, or whatever, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Stuart Cameron
Radio Borders & Managing Director, Hotdisc Limited, UK
The arrival of the Susan Hickman album was a breath of fresh air. Having heard the singles ahead of the album it certainly was something I've been looking forward to. I wasn't disappointed. There are several more potential singles on this strong collection. Susan is undoubtedly a tremendous talent and with her best years still ahead of her it's clear that the future of country music is in very safe hands. Susan has the whole package. A stunning looking girl with a voice to match and product which is easy to market is a record promoter's dream and there is absolutely no doubt that the career of Susan Hickman is going to blossom very quickly indeed.
Jerry Pitts
President and CEO of LOCM Productions, LOCM Radio, LOCM Publications Inc.
Susan, I listened to your CD this morning while traveling to my work destination. You should be very proud of this CD. I was very touched by, "One of Those Who Make It Up There". I love the way you incorporate a great moral message into your music. I already have, "Sunday Paper" and "Hell Still Ain't Frozen Over" in my playlist.
If you ever need our assistance please know that Thomas and I are here for you. It is artists like you who makes what we do all worthwhile. I look forward to seeing the feature article in LOCM Magazine when it's done.
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Thankyou good luck yourself if you get time check out the new song betrayal. Still waiting on the other 7 to get mixed and mastered. Definatly hope to see you live!!
Dear Susan Hickman, If you can please post now after the ballots have been cast & the last ballot for the Grammy is coming soon...post the areas of which you were up for those 6 Grammy first ballots. You can see what I'm speaking about on my space photos anytime. Shows where I had 8 in 2007 & only 4 in 2008. It would be nice for the voting members as I am and others to see where exactly on the ballot you were listed. If you don't know exactly where in what fields I hope someone shows you ok? Maybe you'll get on the Academy of Country Music Ballot this year. I've done that before but also nominated four times to their board of directors (see this on my space photos of that ballot too). I know it's a long journey but surround yourself with honest people and be educated about the business yourself to make sure since it's your life...then trust and keep going. There's plenty of room for everyone in this professional business or God would not give the talent to share the music for others to enjoy. God bless, Nikki
wow Susan thats a crazy busy schedule you have there! Thanks for dropping by my page, i actually have the weekend off finally, so I've been playing hockey in a ladies league and tonight I'm at a Junior "A" hockey game ! Oh yes can you tell I'm Canadian ? Take care have a great weekend! Kim Remus kimremus.com
How have you been..? I haven't heard from you in way too long, I hope all is well with you.
I just wanted to send a quick hello, and wish you well for the weekend. Please, don't be such a stranger. You know it is always a pleasure to hear from our good friends, and you are certainly one of them. :)
Que onda Susan Hickman Up for 6 1stRound Grammy Nominations , somos amigos en myspace y me gustaria saber si tienes algun festejo o FIESTA,me gustaria darte una FIESTA para ti y todos tus amigos, si es posible para ti y tus amigos,si gustas celebrar un dia SABADO tu cumpleaños o festejo hazmelo saber. ahora si mi gente de Honduras,el Salvador, Guatemala,Puerto Rico,Mexico y gente de H-town apoyen el Sabado.
Espero que me avises con un comment que piensas o llamame a mi CELL , (832) 292-62-35 por si quieres mandarme un TEXT y solicitar tu entrada GRATIS en tu cell como mensaje de TEXTO.No se te olvide que los espero en el 137 West Dyna esquina con Ailrine en HURACAN DISCO y el "Domingo en CUMBRES de la Tia Pancha
Right on! I appreciate you coming by, thank you! We’re mixing and mastering the album and should be done in a few weeks; I’ll definitely keep you posted! I hope you are having nothing but the best! Take care and be well and thanks again, my friend! Cheers! jas
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ALOHA AUTUMN FROM THE BLUEGRASS, LOLOL, XOMIKEY&MOLLYXO
PS. WE'LL KEEP THE SUN SHINING BRIGHT FROM OUR OLD KENTUCKY HOME HARDWOODY'S BEBE;))
Hey its been a while since I have been on here, and I just wanted to stop in and say hi.Things have been a bit up and down here, we have lost a few band members but we are still going lol. Have you seen the new website yet? www.bensem.com let me know what you think. We are recording again in January, three new singles and I cant wait. 2009 was a bit of a wash out What have you been up to?? Sem xx www.bensem.com P.S Dont forget to join the mailing list on the new website so that you don't miss out on the new singles and the tour we are doing next year. Thanks for supporting the music
Hey, how are things?? I got my sister to sing with me on the new duet that I co-wrote. It's just a rough draft but I posted it anyway. check it out if you get time. It's the first song on my player "I Almost Fell In Love". Have a great day!