Hi Cygnets
The new album is being mastered at the moment by the very talanted Simon Heyworth who has worked for the likes of Nick Cave and Nick Drake, so I'm following in some big heafty footprints (I'm not sure if he only works with people called Nick).
I'm looking to release in March 2010. Will keep you posted on the progress.
Check out the new photo too, one of many taken by the brilliant Jess Farmer, which will feature on the new album.
Nicky x

Hi Cygnets
It's been a busy few weeks the new album is finally starting to come to together.
The songs are all recorded and due to go for mastering next week.
Had great fun at my first photo shoot yesterday which, without giving too much away, involved white underwear and aching stomach muscles. Watch this space.
I was also been lucky enough to play with a couple of great musicians last week headlining the acoustic stage at the Transition Festival with Katie Marie on bass and James Sharp on drums. Thanks to all those who supported us and to the organisers  for all their hard work, not an easy task.
Check out the latest track "Tuesday's Lament" send me your thoughts.
See you soon
Nicky x

TRANISITION FESTIVAL, TORQUAY, 19TH SEPTEMBER 2009
First time out for the Nicky Swann Trio with Katie Marie on bass and James Sharp on drums
Playing the Transistion Festival today, headlining the acoustic stage at 9.15pm.
Hope to see you there

There's music on two stages (powered by solar power) including top bands such as The Quails, The Weaver Twins, Outfit and Stokey, plus well-known local acts such as 3BF (Barney Dine), Dan Fisher, Nicky Swann and Katie Marie.

MAIN STAGE
11.00 Emily Howard
11.50 Coffin Dodgers
12.50 3 BF
1.20 Hoarse
2.10 Gris Sanderson
3.10 Torbay Ukulele Club
4.10 Stokey
5.45 Mike Porter Collective
6.45 HUsbands 'n' KNives
7.45 Outfit
8.45 The Weaver Twins
9.45 The Quails

ACOUSTIC STAGE
11.30 Jess Brown
12.20 John Tomkins
1.50 Future Ghosts
2.40 Nicole Wakeling
3.40 Rosa Rebecka
4.40 Lauren & Lane
6.15 Mark Pascall
7.15 Katie Marie
8.15 Dan Fisher
9.15 Nicky Swann

I know, I know we are still in November and I promise not to say the "C" word but I just wanted to tell you about a great gift idea for the relative /friend who has everything and yet they still  somehow seem incomplete or unsatisfied. Well my friends, I have it, the small but perfectly formed Burning Bright E.P. is available now at just £4.00 (0.50p p&p) from my myspace page, for complete satisfaction
http://www.myspace.com/nickyswann

There are four tracks,  GOOD ADVICE, WHEELS KEEP TURNING, ONE STEP UP, TIME STANDS STILL. The first three were recorded at the famous Sawmills Studio in Cornwall where the likes of Supergrass, Muse and Robert Plant have recorded and features Brian Garrett on lead guitar and Olivia Dunn on violin. The last track was actually a sound check which Phil Beer (Show of Hands) recorded at the Blue Walnut Cafe in Chelston, Torquay earlier this year, some of you may have been at the gig.

BURNING BRIGHT E.P. REVIEW
"The first word that leapt into my mind on hearing, "Burning Bright" was evocative, followed soon after by atmospheric. Nicky Swann has got a powerful voice that's exactly what you need to delivering country tinged folk music, particularly when there's an almost spiritual dimension to the song. "Burning Bright" is only four tracks long, it's not enough, but there is going to be an album soon to satisfy the craving that's still there when the EP comes to an end. The final track "Time Stands Still" recorded live at a sound check sounds like Nicky was fighting back the tears, it really hits the heart."
Neil King FATEA Magazine November 2008
http://www.fatea-magazine.co.uk

LIVE DATES

Sunday 30th November Mr.Wolf's, Bristol City Centre (all day event times TBC)
Sunday 7th December Phoenix Cafe Bar, Exeter  1pm


http://www.myspace.com/nickyswann

Hi Cygnets
I've just spent the last few days having a great time recording at the Sawmills Studios an inspiring and beautiful place.
The two new tracks to check out feature Liv Dunn (violin) and Brian Garrett (guitar).
See you on the road, enjoy
Nicky x

Hi
Just wanted to share my good news and to say thank you to those who nominated me for the Artsbase 2008 singer/songwriter award. I'm pleased to say I won the award. Thanks to those of you who continue to support me, look forward to seeing you soon.
Nicky x

Hi cygnets greetings from the nest,
I have a date for your diary.
I'm popping along to chat with Kevin Hutchings at BBC radio Devon on Tuesday 30th September from 10pm where he'll be playing a sneak preview  track from the new album and catching up on what I've been up to in the last 12 months.
Hope you can tune in, email the show and say hello.
Bye for now
Nicky x

Hi All
Just a reminder about the BBC Radio Devon show this afternoon at 5pm. Four live acts, myself included! and a special appearance from Jackie Oates, who will be accompanying me on one track, a preview of what's to come on the new album. Coming soon to a record store near you. Try and tune in if you can.

Hi
Tomorrow night sees the start of a busy April for me. Kicking off with a gig at Mr. Wolf’s, St. Stephen Street, Bristol. Fun starts at 8pm so settle down with your favourite bowl of noodles (please keep lip smacking to a minimum, it may put me off) to enjoy an evening of chilled out acoustic tunes.

If Bristol’s not for you, i’m at the Exeter Picturehouse, Bartholomew Street on Thursday night
Come and say hello
Nicky x