Artist description A stunning embodiment of passion and professionalism, Nicole Collins has been involved in music all of her life. She began performing at age 10 in talent shows and in choirs. She played the viola as a member of various orchestras for seven years, giving her the formal training that has helped her become the versatile pop singer and songwriter she is today. Nicole began recording with Wilderness Entertainment in Tallahassee, Fla., in 1999, and she is now recording in New York City. She is currently working on her debut album, Leave It Behind, which she is recording and producing herself.For more information and photos, or to request a demo, visit Nicole's Web site at www.nicolecollins.net or write her at ncollinsmail@cs.com.

Music Style Pop infused with R&B and classical influence

Musical Influences Mariah Carey, Brian McKnight, Celine Dion

Artist History Here is a sample of her accomplishments: · Nicole was featured in a show by Yleisradio, a public television station in Finland that is available nationwide to 5 million residents, in October 2003. · She performed in an artist showcase at the Bronx SuperFest in August 2003. · Tonos selected her in its "R&B/Pop Artists Wanted For Production Deal" Industry Opportunity in August 2003. · Nicole performed at the Freedom Festival in St. Petersburg, Fla., in November 2002. · She was featured in 2Face-Kishar's Welcome to the Party, a favorite on Tallahassee R&B and rap radio stations in 1999-2000. The song was also part of Wilderness' All Points South album, which was released in 1999. · While in high school, Nicole toured the country starring in Carved In Stone, a musical drama in which she had a lead role and performed three of the show's four songs.

Instruments viola

Albums Leave It Behind, due out spring 2004

Additional Info Photos by R.C. Rique

Location New York, New York - USA

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