Dwight & Nicole - Regattabar - Feb 25

For Immediate Release

Popular Music: soul/rock/blues

Media Contact for Dwight & Nicole:

Bonnie Ahl, 917-756-4138 (cell), bonnieahl@gmail.com

January 19 [for February  25th concert at The Regattabar]

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Regattabar favorites DWIGHT & NICOLE (Dwight Ritcher and Nicole Nelson) return to the club on Saturday, Feb 25th to give their Boston area fans the first taste of their brand new music. The duo begins recording the follow up to their well received independent debut "!Signs" this month, and have found an abundance of inspiration while traveling the country over the last two years. The new material is powerful, catchy and sure to please their ever growing fan base. For an intimate look at their creative process or to pre-order the upcoming album, visit their website www.dwightandnicole.com.

Dwight & Nicole have inspired comparisons to some of the greats: Etta James & John Lee Hooker, The Rolling Stones & The Staple Singers, but it is their fresh blend of spirited blues, rock & gospel that is landing them their own spot among the celebrated music makers. Riding a surge of accolades following their soulful 2010 release !Signs, they appeared on the Boston Globe’s “25 Most Stylish” list for 2011 and have been nominated for 5 Boston Music Awards and 3 Boston Phoenix awards. Their live shows are equally celebrated. Dwight & Nicole have been featured at the Life is good Festival, Tanglewood & Montreal Jazz Festivals, and at premier clubs in the Northeast including the Somerville Theatre in Boston, MA, and the prestigious Blue Note in NYC.

The duo's independent release !Signs has begun to garner them serious buzz in the US. The Boston Globe calls the duo “Riveting” and describes it as “a tour de force that demands much wider success... poignant... hard driving... and heavenly" Even Renaissance woman Dr. Maya Angelou is a fan, exclaiming them to be simply “Magnificent!”

They has shared the stage with Ray Lamontagne, Robert Randolph, Martin Sexton, Rapheal Saadiq, Levon Helm, The Avett Brothers, Michael Franti and Spearhead, BB King, Norah Jones, Buddy Guy, Dr. John, Dave Brubeck, Dr. Maya Angelou, Natalie Cole, Winton Marsalis, Carly Simon, The Funk Brothers, Maceo Parker, Joan Osbourne, Chuck Berry, Jimmy Buffet, John Hammond Jr, Little Richard, and Jerry Lee Lewis

Their music has appeared on the following prime time television shows: “The Forgotten," on ABC; "Missing," on Lifetime; and "The Cleaner," on A&E.

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Burlington Jazz Festival Brings on the Blues with DWIGHT & NICOLE

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Popular Music: soul/blues/rock

Media Contact for Dwight & Nicole:

Bonnie Ahl, 917-756-4138 (cell), bonnieahl@gmail.com

June 5th & 11th, 2011 [Discover Jazz Fest]

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Burlington Jazz Festival Brings on the Blues with DWIGHT & NICOLE

Popular blues/soul duo DWIGHT & NICOLE (Dwight Ritcher & Nicole Nelson) moved from Brooklyn, NY to Burlington, Vermont this spring, and have already achieved notable buzz here. Their powerful vocals and commanding songs easily captivated a sold out show at the Higher Ground in April, and caught the attention of the Burlington Jazz Festival who quickly added them to this years lineup. They bring a lively blend of soulful blues to an eclectic bill that includes notables Herbie Hancock, Béla Fleck and the Original Flecktones, and Poncho Sanchez featuring Terence Blanchard.

Catch them downtown Sunday, June 5th at 5:30 pm at the American Flatbread stage, and again Saturday, June 11th at 6:15 pm on Church Street in front of the Town Hall. Fans can pick up a copy of their acclaimed album !Signs on CD or 12” vinyl at live shows, or, via their website at www.dwightandnicole.com.

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Regattabar Presents Second Annual “Summertime Soul with DWIGHT & NICOLE”

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Popular Music: soul/blues/jazz

Media Contact for Dwight & Nicole:

Bonnie Ahl, 917-756-4138 (cell), bonnieahl@gmail.com

May 2011 [for July 16th Regattabar concert]

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Regattabar Presents Second Annual “Summertime Soul with DWIGHT & NICOLE”

(Cambridge, MA) On Saturday July 16th, Popular blues/soul act DWIGHT & NICOLE (fronted by singers Dwight Ritcher & Nicole Nelson) return to the Regattabar stage for a second annual “Summertime Soul” show.  Show times are 7:30pm & 10pm Tickets: $20.00. Regattabar at the Charles Hotel, One Bennett Street, Cambridge. For tickets and information: 617-661-5000 or log onto www.regattabarjazz.com or  www.dwightandnicole.com
 

Last year, the event (on July 10, 2010) completely sold out, leaving over one hundred fans crowded outside in the record heat and rain hoping to catch a glimpse of the musical pair. This year, get tickets ahead of time, and expect another show stopping mix of fun-in-the-summertime classics by Smokey Robinson, Martha & The Vandellas, and the Drifters, as well as inspired originals.

"A tour de force that demands much wider success... poignant... hard driving... and heavenly"

- Steve Morse - Boston Globe

“Magnificent!”

- Dr. Maya Angelou

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For Immediate Release

Popular Music: soul/blues/rock

Media Contact for Dwight & Nicole:

Bonnie Ahl, 917-756-4138 (cell), bonnieahl@gmail.com

March 11, 2011 [Club Passim Spring Revival Concert]

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DWIGHT & NICOLE

2 Shows 7:00pm & 10:00pm 3/11/11

Spring Revival Concert at Club Passim

(Cambridge, MA) increasingly acclaimed soul/blues artists Dwight & Nicole (Dwight Ritcher & Nicole Nelson) are putting on 2 “Spring Revival” concerts on Friday, March 11, paying homage to traditional Blues and Gospel, and the power of music to bring about change and healing. Singer-songwriter Myra Flynn will open. Club Passim is located in Harvard square at 47 Palmer Street, Cambridge, MA 02138. For tickets and more information visit: www.dwightandnicole.com or www.clubpassim.org

Patrons can expect a spirited night of stripped down Soul, Blues, Folk & Gospel favorites by Odetta, Etta James, Johnny Guitar Watson, Lightnin' Hopkins, Sam Cooke, Patsy Cline as well as inspired originals off of Dwight & Nicole’s critically acclaimed album !Signs which has recently been re-released on 10” vinyl.

“This has been a tough winter for so many people, and I think it’s important to share what we know, which is that music can lift us up and out of our suffering” states Nelson.

"Poignant... hard driving... and heavenly"

~Steve Morse, Boston Globe

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New Years Eve 1/1/11 at The Lizard Lounge

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Popular Music: soul/blues/rock

Media Contact for Dwight & Nicole:

Bonnie Ahl, 917-756-4138 (cell), bonnieahl@gmail.com

December 2010 [for New Years Eve concert]

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DWIGHT & NICOLE

8:00 &10:30pm 12/31/10

New Years Eve 1/1/11 at The Lizard Lounge

(Cambridge, MA) Soul/blues singers Dwight & Nicole (Dwight Ritcher and Nicole Nelson) have partnered with the Lizard Lounge, and the West Side Lounge in Cambridge, MA to put on a New Years Eve show sure to inspire. 8:00pm & 10:30pm December 31st at The Lizard Lounge, 1667 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138 For tickets: www.dwightandnicole.com  or www.lizardloungeclub.com

Fans can ring in the New Year with customized packages from $40-$75. There is an early show that comes with a prix fixe dinner at The West Side Lounge (This option is available only to the first 85 ticket holders for $75), or celebrate into the night with the late show (starting at 11pm) for $40. 

2010 has been a big year for Dwight & Nicole, who have just been nominated for their fourth Boston Music Award for Best Blues act of 2010. Their passionate live shows present a fresh, modern take on traditional blues and soul music. Icing on the cake for D&N fans will come in the form of a well timed 1/1/11 release of their acclaimed album !Signs on 12” vinyl which will be available at this show.

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Concert Announced: Dwight & Nicole @ Regattabar Sat 7/10!

For Immediate Release
Popular Music: soul/blues/rock/jazz
Media Contact for Dwight & Nicole:
Mary Curtin, 617-241-9664, 617-470-5867 (cell), marycurtin@comcast.net
June 2010 [for July 10th^th concert]
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SUMMERTIME SOUL 
with DWIGHT & NICOLE



Saturday, July 10th, 7:30 pm and 10:00 pm
Regattabar  

"A tour de force that demands much wider success... poignant... hard driving... and heavenly"
- Steve Morse - Boston Globe

“Magnificent!”
- Dr. Maya Angelou

(Cambridge, MA)  A perfect summer night not to be missed with emerging soul/blues/jazz artists Dwight & Nicole. Saturday July 10th, 7:30pm. Tickets: $18.00. Regattabar at the Charles Hotel, One Bennett Street, Cambridge. For tickets and information: 617-661-5000 or log onto www.regattabarjazz.com.
Fresh off their momentous CD-release concert at the historic Somerville Theater, Dwight & Nicole return to the area for an evening of joyous music at the Regattabar in Harvard Square. Expect a show stopping mix of fun-in-the-summertime classics by Smokey Robinson, Martha & The Vandellas, and the Drifters, as well as songs from the acclaimed new album !Signs.
Backed by an all-star band, and in such an intimate setting, this is definitely a show to catch.

Bio

Dwight & Nicole (Dwight Ritcher and Nicole Nelson) are a breath of gritty, soulful and rollicking fresh air. Having already performed all over the world with such a variety of legendary artists as Dr. John, Carly Simon, Buddy Guy, and Dr. Maya Angelou, they have the ability to bring a very big presence to any stage, big or small. Both were born with mountains of musical talent including golden pipes that have been honed to fill rock clubs like NYC's Mercury Lounge as well as pin-drop theatres like Boston's Symphony Hall. Dwight & Nicole are a raw and beautiful sight to be seen, as well as a sound to be heard. Ritcher, a multi-instrumentalist, tastefully plays a Gibson Flying V guitar at most shows, running bass lines and finger-picking. When the mood strikes he plays crushing solos, reminiscent of Albert King in their grit and strength. Often, if the music calls for it, he sits at a piano or even behind a drum kit, adding to the texture of their set. Occasionally, Nelson, who builds rhythm by stomping, clapping and playing tambourine, will strap on the guitar, or sit at a piano; further revealing their versatility. With a string of sold out shows, and multiple local awards and nominations under their belt, it is just a matter of time before the rest of the nation catches on to what we in the Northeast have been saying all along. Blending deep rooted blues, soul, folk, and rock, Dwight & Nicole conjure old souls with their brand new classic sound. For more information and to listen to the new album, visit www.dwightandnicole.com

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 1, 2010

Dwight & Nicole Release Independent Album !Signs

"Dwight Ritcher and gorgeous dusky-voiced Nicole Nelson lay down sultry, soulful music" - Boston Globe "Magnificent!"- Dr. Maya Angelou "A voice for the ages" - Boston Phoenix .

The album !Signs was recorded and mixed at Boston's Rear Window Studio, which is known for it's classic instruments, 20ft ceilings, and rare gear. Following a performance in the winter of 2008, studio owner & producer Milt Reder, fell in love with Dwight & Nicole's sound and set out to record with them right away. "Dwight and Nicole's music has a real timeless quality which is what I look for" said Reder, who invited Dwight & Nicole to live with his family in his hundred year old Victorian home in Brookline, MA while working on the album. Throughout the year, friends, family, musicians and fans came together offering assistance with everything from recording time to design, photo shoots to video and sound. "We both learned so much in 2009" said Dwight. "Maybe the most important lesson is that being an independent artist does not have to be synonymous with struggling, and it certainly does not mean that you're going at it alone"
"Our fans are very devoted. We give ourselves over to them onstage each night, and vice-versa" said Nicole. "It's reciprocal; we all feel that same great high after a show." Dwight & Nicole have both performed in the Boston area for nearly a decade, building a diverse following and regularly selling out concerts ranging from jazz venues like the Regattabar to rock clubs like the Middle East. Their fans are a broad multicultural group of all ages. "We are fortunate that our music hits a chord with so many different people- and that we've been able to make a beautiful album that would not exist if we had to follow a formula for selling music to the masses" said Dwight.

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Please feel free to contact me for more information, photos, or to schedule an interview: Bonnie Ahl 917-756-4138 info@mixmanagement.net www.dwightandnicole.com