Lucy's Daughter by Nicki Gillis

2005 was a strong year for Nicki, with finalist berths in - Rising Star Female Finalist at the Australian Independent Country Music Awards, TIARA Awards for Songwriting, Top 10 in the Golden Guitar Awards for Best New Talent & Top 10 for Bluegrass & Traditional at the VIC & Nat. CM Awards.

From her first recordings in 1996 with a 4-track single titled “Nicki”, to the release of her debut EP “Bed of Roses” in 2002 – Nicki has shown constant talent and incredible writing ability.

Collaborating with Queensland producer Brendan Radford, Nicki released her eagerly awaited single ‘On The Mountain’. The irresistible bluegrass tune (co-written with Radford) was one of 4 tracks – all showcasing Nicki’s remarkable voice.

Her single ‘On The Mountain’ gained wide-spread appeal internationally securing a #2 hit on the European charts and Top 40 on local chart. With the follow-up single ‘Jealousy’ adding to her solid reputation as a performer hitting Top 40 on the CMC Video charts.

The late 2005 release of her album To Here/Hear, saw Nicki present a collection of past recordings.

“Nicki has a powerful and emotive voice….she is an all round talent”. Steve Perry, St Marys Sound Centre

2006 saw Nicki entertain the troops in Iraq with punk-rocker Lee Harding and country artist Stacey Morris, as well as working on her new album Lucy’s Daughter with producer Roger Corbett released late 2006.

“Here’s a name to watch out for in the future.... Each track assumes its own identity on initial contact. Here is a good mix of up tempo, and ballad numbers, the latter tinged with a “bluesy” sound that adds to their character.” Burt Everett, Bundaberg Mail News

The album includes stand-out tracks Remember Me, Little Bluer and Leavin’ You For Myself. The first single being the Don Walker penned classic Flame Trees, a tribute to the troops in Iraq.

The current single Leavin’ You For Myself, co-written with Kevin Bennett, depicts the sentiments of many busy women. It has become her first Top 20 hit on both the Top 30 Country Tracks and TMN Country Hot 30 National Country Airplay charts. Nicki has also made the Top 50 CMC video charts.

2007 has seen Nicki nominated as a finalist in the Coopers Golden Saddle Awards, as well as three nominations at the Inaugural Horsham CM Awards.

Lucy’s Daughter - celebrates & reflects Nicki’s vitality & sophistication.

“(Nicki) … determined to reflect herself and her life in her songs. And in doing so, she’s created a sensational new album, Lucy’s Daughter”. Susan Jarvis, CapNews

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(c) 2005 Lang Entertainment And Productions Updated March 2007

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