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Nicola's new 3-song EP "Quarterbright" released November 2012 is available to download now from CD Baby at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/nicolahitchcock12 also from iTunes and Amazon. Watch the animated short film for "Quarterbright" created by Gabi Nero on Youtube here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BURTWEj0bS8. Personally autographed copies of Nicola Hitchcock's current album "Passive Aggressive" are available at www.nicolahitchcock.com and free downloads are available on joining the mailing list. A former member of trip-hop duo Mandalay, Nicola has released a number of solo albums to critical acclaim. Think Kate Bush, Madonna - in a parallel universe, Massive Attack, Cocteau Twins etc.
Her debut solo album released in '93 on F Beat Records "A Bowl of Chalk" featured guest musicians Danny Thompson (Everything but the Girl, richard thompson) on double bass and Neil Conti (Prefab Sprout) on drums .....
“There’s something indefinably magical in her delivery and in the very human troubled personal conflicts in her exceptional lyrics … a remarkable debut” (Colin Irwin, Folk Roots)
Teaming up with Saul Freeman to form Mandalay in '95 2 albums were subsequently released on V2 Records in the UK "Empathy" and "Instinct" followed by "Solace" released exclusively in the US several years later.
"Nicola's voice is extraordinary, a sort of static shiver ... as chillingly beautiful as liquid nitrogen sculpture." (David Stubbs, Melody Maker)
"Empathy" was released to critical acclaim. Co-produced with Guy Sigsworth (Bjork, Madonna, Bebel Gilberto) it featured drummer and percussionist Steve Jansen (Rain Tree Crow, Japan) and the beautiful ethereal sounds of Jon Hassell on trumpet (Brian Eno, Harold Budd).
"one of the most surprising understated albums in eons ... illuminating and optimistic. A muted beauty." (Andrew Emery, Vox)
Mandalay's live lineup included Andy Gangadeen on drums (massive attack, faithless) and they became a regular favourite at The Big Chill festivals.
“Troubled fluid, gorgeous oils and waters creating a river of sound that leaves you aching for more” (Melody Maker Live Review)
On hearing "Empathy", Madonna sited Mandalay as her favourite band and chose the first single "This Life" to be featured on the film soundrack for her film "The Next Best Thing". "This Life" was also chosen to feature on the soundtrack to the hit British film "This Year's Love"
“A fusion of classical music, electronics and dance beats. Nicola Hitchcock’s strange, emotive vocals seem to come from someone on the edge of a meltdown. The musical canvass paints a picture of a musical Ice Age to come.” (NME singles review)
Many other Mandalay songs were featured on cult TV series' including "La Femme Nikita", "Six Feet Under" and "CSI MIami".
Mandalay's third single "Beautiful" appeared on a number of chillout albums of the time including the world famous compilation series' "cafe del mar (vol 6)" and Hed Kandi's "Serve Chilled". As a result Mandalay were invited to headline at the Cafe del mar 2oth anniversary celebrations in Ibiza in 2000. A sunset remix of "Beautiful" was recorded and mixed by Lenny Ibizarre, the leading chillout DJ/musician on the island. The song "Beautiful" went on to win a major advertising campaign (Estee Lauder, featuring Liz Hurley) and was chosen for the title track of German film "Der Eisbar". More recently "Beautiful" was covered by Sarah Brightman and released as the lead single for her hit album "Harem".
Mandalay's 2nd album "Instinct" was co-produced with Andy Bradfield (Everything But the Girl, Future Sound of London, Bjork) and Yoad Nevo (Jem)
".. draws inspiration from jazz and classical music to create resolutely elegant, affecting pop .... lush and expansive, Instinct's musical world is perfectly realised" (MK The Guardian).
The first single from this album "Deep Love" was remixed by Nitin Sawhney and Mandalay went on to support Nitin on his UK/London dates. Performances at Ibza's chillout festivals followed including "Las Dallias" and "Dreamdaze" culminating in a headline performance at The Big Chill UK, Sanctuary Stage.
A third album "Solace" followed, released exclusively in the US comprising a mix of tracks from Mandalay's two existing albums (both previously unavailable in the US) together with an 11 track remix album with contributions from Wagon Christ, Alex Reece and Charlie May. This marked the beginning of a growing success in America where "Solace" Soundscanned over 44,000 copies.
Towards the end of Mandalay's partnership Nicola's songwiring and vocal talents were sought by various collaborators including DJ Tiesto who chose to remix her song "In My Memory" as the title track for his album, the success of which led to a live performance at the Dutch Music Awards in 2002.
Following the demise of Mandalay in 2001 Nicola went back to working solo and began new collaborative works with avant garde composers including Hector Zazou and Ryuichi Sakomoto, and the underground artist & DJ Chris Brann (Wamdue Project, P'taah etc) releasing the resulting album "Passive Aggressive" in 2005 - personally autographed copies can be purchased from Nicola's website www.nicolahitchcock.com
She has just released a self-produced 3-track EP via CD Baby as a dowload only. More to come soon ..
Nicola's new 3-song EP "Quarterbright" released November 2012 is available to download now from CD Baby at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/nicolahitchcock12 also from iTunes and Amazon. Watch the animated short film for "Quarterbright" created by Gabi Nero on Youtube here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BURTWEj0bS8. Personally autographed copies of Nicola Hitchcock's current album "Passive Aggressive" are available at www.nicolahitchcock.com and free downloads are available on joining the mailing list. A former member of trip-hop duo Mandalay, Nicola has released a number of solo albums to critical acclaim. Think Kate Bush, Madonna - in a parallel universe, Massive Attack, Cocteau Twins etc.
Her debut solo album released in '93 on F Beat Records "A Bowl of Chalk" featured guest musicians Danny Thompson (Everything but the Girl, richard thompson) on double bass and Neil Conti (Prefab Sprout) on drums .....
“There’s something indefinably magical in her delivery and in the very human troubled personal conflicts in her exceptional lyrics … a remarkable debut” (Colin Irwin, Folk Roots)
Teaming up with Saul Freeman to form Mandalay in '95 2 albums were subsequently released on V2 Records in the UK "Empathy" and "Instinct" followed by "Solace" released exclusively in the US several years later.
"Nicola's voice is extraordinary, a sort of static shiver ... as chillingly beautiful as liquid nitrogen sculpture." (David Stubbs, Melody Maker)
"Empathy" was released to critical acclaim. Co-produced with Guy Sigsworth (Bjork, Madonna, Bebel Gilberto) it featured drummer and percussionist Steve Jansen (Rain Tree Crow, Japan) and the beautiful ethereal sounds of Jon Hassell on trumpet (Brian Eno, Harold Budd).
"one of the most surprising understated albums in eons ... illuminating and optimistic. A muted beauty." (Andrew Emery, Vox)
Mandalay's live lineup included Andy Gangadeen on drums (massive attack, faithless) and they became a regular favourite at The Big Chill festivals.
“Troubled fluid, gorgeous oils and waters creating a river of sound that leaves you aching for more” (Melody Maker Live Review)
On hearing "Empathy", Madonna sited Mandalay as her favourite band and chose the first single "This Life" to be featured on the film soundrack for her film "The Next Best Thing". "This Life" was also chosen to feature on the soundtrack to the hit British film "This Year's Love"
“A fusion of classical music, electronics and dance beats. Nicola Hitchcock’s strange, emotive vocals seem to come from someone on the edge of a meltdown. The musical canvass paints a picture of a musical Ice Age to come.” (NME singles review)
Many other Mandalay songs were featured on cult TV series' including "La Femme Nikita", "Six Feet Under" and "CSI MIami".
Mandalay's third single "Beautiful" appeared on a number of chillout albums of the time including the world famous compilation series' "cafe del mar (vol 6)" and Hed Kandi's "Serve Chilled". As a result Mandalay were invited to headline at the Cafe del mar 2oth anniversary celebrations in Ibiza in 2000. A sunset remix of "Beautiful" was recorded and mixed by Lenny Ibizarre, the leading chillout DJ/musician on the island. The song "Beautiful" went on to win a major advertising campaign (Estee Lauder, featuring Liz Hurley) and was chosen for the title track of German film "Der Eisbar". More recently "Beautiful" was covered by Sarah Brightman and released as the lead single for her hit album "Harem".
Mandalay's 2nd album "Instinct" was co-produced with Andy Bradfield (Everything But the Girl, Future Sound of London, Bjork) and Yoad Nevo (Jem)
".. draws inspiration from jazz and classical music to create resolutely elegant, affecting pop .... lush and expansive, Instinct's musical world is perfectly realised" (MK The Guardian).
The first single from this album "Deep Love" was remixed by Nitin Sawhney and Mandalay went on to support Nitin on his UK/London dates. Performances at Ibza's chillout festivals followed including "Las Dallias" and "Dreamdaze" culminating in a headline performance at The Big Chill UK, Sanctuary Stage.
A third album "Solace" followed, released exclusively in the US comprising a mix of tracks from Mandalay's two existing albums (both previously unavailable in the US) together with an 11 track remix album with contributions from Wagon Christ, Alex Reece and Charlie May. This marked the beginning of a growing success in America where "Solace" Soundscanned over 44,000 copies.
Towards the end of Mandalay's partnership Nicola's songwiring and vocal talents were sought by various collaborators including DJ Tiesto who chose to remix her song "In My Memory" as the title track for his album, the success of which led to a live performance at the Dutch Music Awards in 2002.
Following the demise of Mandalay in 2001 Nicola went back to working solo and began new collaborative works with avant garde composers including Hector Zazou and Ryuichi Sakomoto, and the underground artist & DJ Chris Brann (Wamdue Project, P'taah etc) releasing the resulting album "Passive Aggressive" in 2005 - personally autographed copies can be purchased from Nicola's website www.nicolahitchcock.com
She has just released a self-produced 3-track EP via CD Baby as a dowload only. More to come soon ..
Heart
Nicola Hitchcock Lyrics
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You look so small
Can you hear me
Here's my heart
Can you see me
Here's my heart
All through the years
You have been there
What can I do
What can I say
Can you hear me
Here's my heart
Can you hear me
Here's my heart
Can you see me
Here's my heart
All through the years
You have been there
What can I say
Can you hear me
Here's my heart
The lyrics of Nicola Hitchcock's song "Heart in 2" can be interpreted as a plea for connection and understanding between two individuals. The first line, "You look so small," could be seen as a recognition of vulnerability or fragility in the other person. The repetition of "Can you hear me" and "Here's my heart" could be seen as an attempt to bridge the gap between them and establish a deeper emotional connection. The singer acknowledges that this person has been present throughout the years, and expresses a desire to connect with them more fully, asking "What can I do? What can I say?" Overall, the song seems to be about the struggle to communicate and connect with someone, and the vulnerability and honesty required in order to do so.
Line by Line Meaning
You look so small
You seem vulnerable and fragile
Can you hear me
Are you listening to what I'm saying?
Here's my heart
I'm offering you my most intimate feelings and emotions
Can you see me
Do you understand who I really am?
All through the years
Throughout all the time we've spent together
You have been there
You have always been a constant presence in my life
What can I do
I am at a loss for what actions to take
What can I say
I don't know what words to use to express myself
Can you hear me
Are you paying attention to the depth of my emotions?
Here's my heart
I'm sharing the most significant part of myself with you
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mabial algaro
i love this voice...A BOWL OF CHALK 1993...MANDALAY 1996-2000...PASSIVE AGGRESSIVE 2005...good luck in the future 2 her ..is so great this nicola..hugs from Romania
trism hermes
one of the top artist in the world
dimoteau
one day.. driving the car with the perfect slow motion music and the blue sky in a while... that`s what a nicola`s music is for me, for my heart...!
mpvt
beautiful <3
Desi Lazarova
perfect
KAKISARAH
I'm glad that she comes back soon
Potenchin Sorin-Gabriel
M-am bucurat sa vad comment "from Romania" :) la asa melodie!
Mehmet Hamishesku
last comment one year ago. what's wrong you people? this is amazing
adrian baduy
loveeeeeeeeeee uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
Sam Huisman
bine, scoate-te scoate-te greetings from Holland