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

For Immediate Release

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]

[digital images and CDs available; for sound bytes go to

www.dwightandnicole.com ]

 

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]
[digital images and CDs available; for sound bytes go to
www.dwightandnicole.com  

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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MixManagement
Press Contact: Bonnie Ahl
info@mixmanagement.net
917-756-4138

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

CD Release !Signs Feb 5th Somerville Theater!

MixManagement
Press Contact: Bonnie Ahl
info@mixmanagement.net
917-756-4138

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 2, 2010

Dwight & Nicole Release Their Independent Album !Signs Feb 5th at Somerville Theater

Friday, Feb 5th at Somerville Theater 8pm
with Tim Gearan & Will Dailey
55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA 02144

"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

Boston/NYC based duo Dwight & Nicole (Dwight Ritcher and Nicole Nelson) follow their 2006 self titled EP with the release of their new album !Signs February 5th at the Somerville Theater. Doing most of the footwork themselves, and with a little help from over $30,000 dollars raised in pre-orders and donations from fans, they were able to bring together the elements of soul, blues, jazz, country & rock that color their live shows. Special guests that evening include acclaimed Boston based singer/songwriters Tim Gearan and Will Dailey. Visit www.dwightandnicole.com to preview the new music, and for more information. Tickets go on sale January 7th.

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. Fans who have pre-ordered the album can pick up their autographed copy at the show along with a thank you package with personalized artwork, posters and other merchandise.

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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