Liverpool artist Katie Nicholas drops brand new single "You Kill Me" ft Robert Vincent

Katie Nicholas drops New Single “You Kill Me” featuring Robert Vincent 

An Americana anthem for the cynic’s true romantic heart. Enough to “make your stomach churn”...

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And it kills me when you call

Cause it gets me every time (gets me every time)

Well you told me that you can't commit

That love feels like a crime

And it kills me

So forgive my naivety
And I'll forgive you for leading me
Down places where we shouldn't be

And I curse the day we met

Liverpool songbird Katie Nicholas returns all guns sparklin’ alongside UK Americana rising star Robert Vincent to kickstart a new era of self-produced country-pop bops, celebrating her earliest viral tracks which kickstarted her early career in British Country Music.

“You Kill Me” (writers: Alistair Edward Ingle, Katie Nicholas) is the Americana anthem for the cynic’s true romantic heart. Enough to “make your stomach churn”, Nicholas and Vincent’s harmonies entwine within a starry mix of multi-award winning AMA-UK instrumentalists including Anna Corcoran, Isabella Baker, Mark Lewis, CJ Hillman, Sean Rogan, Joe Coombs + more. 

With Robert heading out on tour with Robert Plant in 2025, and Katie’s completion of the prolific 50-song Songwriter Diaries series, these two artists, both championed by BBC Radio 2’s Whispering Bob Harris, have rocked up giddy to Deliver their tragic love-ballad - all with a smirk upon their face.

Katie, in her own words, shares with fans: “There’s been so many stops and starts throughout my journey that I’m feeling determined lately to release all of my music so you can stick it on while you potter around or just whenever you need a pick-me-up (or sob!) - sometimes I cannot believe most of my music is still inaccessible and unreleased… this is why I’m so desperate to get it all out so you can stream with ease”.

Regarding “You Kill Me” and what’s ahead, I am very proud and happy with this work, and it’s the first time I’m sat fully in the producer’s seat. With the end of Songwriter Diaries on the horizon (yes, episode 49 is already out - how crazy?), I wanted to celebrate a handful of my earliest songs, all written between ages 16 and 20. This one made the cut cause I could never put it down. It’s now 10 years old and only now seeing the light of day, and was my first and last co-write, written with scouse/London buddy, Ali Ingle. Fast forward to 2024 and my dear friend Robert Vincent joins me, along with a team of incredible musicians, to resuscitate and bring the track back to life.

one week of ups, downs: In a rare incite for fans into the stresses and strains involved in releasing and distributing music by an artist, Katie posted a series of Facebook posts: HERE | HERE | HERE

The sound has now been joined for a while by the most delightful fiddle sound that has made this single even more traditional….The last chorus sees both Robert and Katie pull out the most beautiful of vocals that are diametrically opposed to the harsh realities that they are singing about. -  W21 Music Review

LIVE DATES

Tuesday 29 October 2024 - Prohibition Recording Studios, Liverpool (24A Arrad Street, Merseyside, L7 7BP) Event Price £10 - £16 + fees EVENT LEMAN “Tunesday Extra” Katie Nicholas, Eleanor, Lily Almond.

Friday 8 November 2024 - Indigo Venue, Birkenhead (136 Bedford Road, Rock Ferry, CH42 2AS) "The Inaugural Songwriters Night" + Helen Delamere + Ben Burke EVENT

Wednesday 5 February 2025 - Grateful Fred's Americana, Southport (The Atkinson Theatre, Lord St, PR8 1DB) Headline at Roots & Acoustic Showcase + Strings @ THE ATKINSON  

MERCH: https://katienicholas.bandcamp.com/merch

DISCOGRAPHY: https://katienicholas.bandcamp.com/music 

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ABOUT

Katie Nicholas is an award-winning songwriter, videographer and producer from Liverpool, UK.

In March 2024 her lovely single “Chemistry” topped the Hotdisc British & Irish Chart for 3 weeks.

She released a 5-track EP DIZZY on March 14, 2015.

As a graphic/ ad designer, based in Putney, by profession she created her 10 track physical debut album cover with signed copies available at the C2C Festival at (14:14 - 14:45 | CMA stand in Town Square).

Her CD Launch took place on 14th March 2015 on her birthday at the 22 Club in Liverpool.

Katie told South West Londoner: “It is my dream to become a prolific songwriter, able to deliver original music while maintaining my personal, unique brand.”

After a musical hiatus she stepped into a new era with her 4 track EP "FEATHER" (released Dec 1, 2024 | tagged Singer/songwriter APPLE MUSIC),  showcasing her as a distinctive artist, skilful guitarist and fearless in bending any genre to suit her message.

With firm roots in Americana and Country, she expanded on her poetic lyricism with carefully crafted guitar and string arrangements, reminiscent of obscure but timeless artists such as Judee Sill, Eva Cassidy and Joni Mitchell. "Powerful Vulnerability" - BBC Radio Scotland.

Already established on the British Country Music circuit when living in London, Katie was quickly discovered and showcased by Whispering Bob Harris on his "Under The Apple Tree" Event in Nashville, has gone on to record music at Abbey Road Studio London and The Blackbird Nashville, and was most recently featured on the SSL advert with her popular track "Chemistry".

In November 2023, she independently sold out her first headline show at the Liverpool Philharmonic Music Room.

Her SONGWRITER DIARIES Vol I. is a 50-part YouTube series sharing 10+ years of unreleased music revealing the stories and personal journey behind her earliest music. With 7 distinct themes, this collection is one of metamorphosis, exploring the many eras Katie has moved through as a young writer who struggled to get her work out into the world. Beginning in 2007 with her first song, the series journeys through a decade of songs between 2010 and 2020, with the majority of tracks written between the ages of 18 and 21 (30 songs). In a bold effort to set free all that has struggled to see the light of day, here she attempts to catch up with her extensive back catalogue, and is no longer feeling “stuck in her cocoon”…Read More

After completing her prolific 50-song “Songwriter Diaries” video series (endorsed by Aston Microphones), showcasing an extensive and largely unheard back-catalogue of music, Katie celebrates an incredibly dynamic year with the release of her purest and most enjoyable work. She’s beginning again - on her terms.

“A striking new talent” – Country Music People

“An absolutely beautiful voice” – Frank Hennessey, Celtic Heartbeat, BBC Radio Wales

Singer/Songwriter Angie K Releases "Golden"; New EP Coming Early Next Year

2024 CMT LISTEN UP ARTIST, ANGIE K, RELEASES REFLECTIVE

NEW TRACK “GOLDEN”

Self-Titled EP, Angie K, will be Released in Early 2025

"Golden" Cover Art | Photo Credit: Marissa Boucher 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Rising country singer/songwriter and HOLLER “Artist You Need to Know,” Angie K has had a breakout year which includes making her Grand Ole Opry debut. Today she releases the song that closed out that first-time performance and earned her a standing ovation on the hallowed stage, “Golden.” The thoughtful and reflective ballad is available now. Listen HERE. (Preferred music platform) or below:

“‘Golden’ is a song about the present,” shared Angie K, “and to remember that the greatest gift we can give each other is our time so slow down and savor every moment.”

"Golden" is the latest new music from Angie K and will be featured on her forthcoming self-titled EP, Angie K. Produced by acclaimed writer/producer and BMI Songwriter of the Year, Stephony Smith, the EP will be released independently early next year. 

Written by Angie K along with Mary Kutter, Brian Alexander and Noah Lubert, the independently released track finds her reflecting on our most precious commodity…time…and soaking in every second. 

Nobody knows what’s coming tomorrow 

Every breath we’re breathing is borrowed 

Make the most of every moment

Cause someday, these days will be Golden

This latest release follows the Latin country artist’s recent collaboration with Jimencio for the Tejano and country music infused “Yo Quiero Todo.” Co-penned by Jimencio and Angie K, it is the first collaboration between the Nashville artists, with the duo lauding an unconditional love that withstands all circumstances. Listen to “Yo Quiero Todo” HERE. 

The queer country artist first made her mark on Music City with bilingual track, “Real Talk,” catapulting her onto the country scene as a “Highway Find” on SiriusXM’s The Highway. The new music follows the powerhouse vocalist’s recent releases “Stay,” “Death of Me” and “Red Dirt on Mars,” which left Billboard praising her “disarming vulnerability.” She also recently explained the influence Smith had on her when it came to releasing “Death of Me” in a “Holler Nashville Session” sharing, “It's a very vulnerable song, and I almost didn't put in on the record, but I'm glad I did - just because of the stories I've heard of people relating to it.” Listen to “Stay” , “Red Dirt on Mars” (222K Streams) and “Death of Me” HERE. 

The 2023 CMT Next Women of Country artist has been in the studio working on the forthcoming EP with Smith, who penned the smash hit “It’s Your Love” for Tim McGraw/Faith Hill and has received cuts from some of music’s biggest stars including The Chicks, Shania Twain, Barbara Streisand, Kenny Chesney, Terri Clark, Reba McEntire and more. 

Named a 2024 CMT LISTEN UP artist with CMT also calling her an “up-and-coming female artist to watch,” this year is certainly shaping up to be a breakout year for Angie K. Born and raised in El Salvador until age 11 and raised in Georgia, her love for country music was nurtured from a young age. Her mother’s dedication, saving up to bring her to Nashville to the Grand Ole Opry, came full circle with her making her Opry debut in Aug., fulfilling a lifelong dream.

American Songwriter was on hand for the emotional evening sharing, “Her voice rang strong and clear through the Grand Ole Opry House, compelling fans to raise their phones on the last song and fill the darkened theater with light—a moving display of acceptance and adoration for a woman who has dreamed of standing in the hallowed circle since before her feet touched North American soil.”

For the latest news and tour dates, visit officialangiek.com 

About Angie K

A member of CMT’s 2023 Next Women of Country class, Angie K was named earlier this year to CMT’s 2024 LISTEN UP Class and named an “Artist You Need to Know” by Holler. 

With a nod to Angie K’s Latin roots, her first bilingual single “Real Talk” catapulted her onto the country scene as a “Highway Find” on SiriusXM’s The Highway. 

As an out and independent artist she has accumulated over 20 million+ streams, 500k+ followers and even played on the Nissan Stadium stage during the 2022 CMA Fest. Angie has also shared the stage with Tanya Tucker, Trace Adkins, Melissa Etheridge and more.

With CMT calling her an “up-and-coming female artist to watch" this year, 2024 is certainly shaping up to be a breakout year for Angie K. 

She made her Grand Ole Opry debut in August, and took the main stage at Nashville Pride and the Reverb Stage at CMA Fest this year. She will release her self-titled EP, Angie K, in early 2025. For upcoming tour dates and more information, visit officialangiek.com/ and follow along @officialangiek on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.