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 See what local newspapers, magazines, E-zines, and radio stations have to say about Valerie Nicole!
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Soul Searching by Valerie Nicole Kinda like The Big Bang Theory, there was this explosion on the pop scene a number of years back that gave birth to a new universe, one dubbed "The Serpentine Confluence of White Chick Pop/Soul Singers." Oh, this universe has always been around in one way or another, but the most recent incarnation gave way to a population where you could count the good ones on one hand, the really good ones on the other hand--and still have fingers to spare. The trend ultimately died down after Joss Stone set the bar at an almost unachievable height, but there is a new singer on the horizon, and one worth checking out. Valerie Nicole's debut EP Soul Searching is a little more pop and a little less soul than say, Joss Stone, for example, but as an initial effort, she has all the earmarks to make a name for herself. Starting with strong vocals that are equal parts sweet and soulful, and combining heartfelt lyrics and better than average instrumentation, Soul Searching is a terrific first effort and casual listeners would be wise to snag a copy. Though this release is a peek into heartache (witness the songs "Can't Imagine", "Fed Up" and "You Never Really Loved Me"), Soul Searching still feels more like a warm hello hug from a high school crush, as the songs have an upbeat feel rather than melancholy misery. This is a good thing. Yeah, it may have happened before, but it sure is sweet and welcome every time. --Michael Canter SonicJive November 6, 2007 | | Featured in the January 9th issue of Ticket Magazine, distributed in Montgomery Newspapers (Montgomery County, PA) Check out the article, written by managing editor Craig Ostroff here: Birdsboro's Valerie Nicole is really making the rounds: From open mics to Down Under to Steel City Sessions January 9, 2008 | |
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