NAKIA
pronounced: 'nuh-kee-ah'

Nakia, who just hit the Austin stages just a few years ago, has racked up a standing-room-only following for his unique and soulful version of southern fried rock and soul. He is currently working with Alejandro Escovedo and putting together a new touring band. "He’s been touted as one of Austin’s best vocalists, but even Austin can’t hold back a Texas-sized talent like Nakia for too much longer."- Athens Blur After a few years of leading the much loved, Southern Cousins, Austin's Nakia has taken a seat back on his piano bench. His latest efforts are all presented as if you were a guest in his Austin home. Nakia is well known for his larger-than-life, soulful vocal performances and his current live performances promise that while giving you an intimate glimpse into the stories and characters of Nakia's songs.Nakia is currently writing and planning for 2010 tour

What Everyone Is Saying About The CD & Live Show...

• "I receive dozens of demo recordings from aspiring Austin musicians; Nakia's submissions have always stood out from the pack. I am excited that his debut album is coming out so that all can hear his magic. He's got a lot of tricks up his sleeve."Jody Denberg, Program Director/KGSR

• "Austin-based Nakia projects a bold, brassy presence his first time out with a striking set of Texas-bred rhythm 'n' blues."Performing Songwriter Magazine

•"Nakia’s rich voice and lyrics that lay bare the record’s themes of discrimination, love, loss and spirituality. *Nakia’s assembled a talented band and might be Austin’s most soulful singer this side of Malford Milligan..."
-Patrick Caldwell, Austin-American Statesman

AVAILABLE DATES
Currently Available
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PR Materials
Available On Sonicbids
And Also Available On MySpace solo and with band

OFFICIAL SITE
www.nakia.net

CURRENT TOUR DATES
Currently Available