Lincoln Continental Streaming On Facebook
Posted on November 16, 2008
Last night’s show at Jovita’s was far better than I could have hoped for. Thanks to everyone who came out!
If you were there, you know we tore the roof off that sucker and in the process I promised to add a new unreleased-never-before-available-song to the web for you folks to listen to.
I have kept my word.
Head over to facebook.com/nakia now and you can stream the unreleased version of Lincoln Continental. This is a favorite live and was recorded for Water To Wine, but just didn’t make the final cut. So I hope you enjoy it!
See you at a show soon!
Nakia’s Notes: Saturday Night, Go South!
Posted on November 13, 2008
If you made it out to my birthday this year you remember that we partied down at the legendary South Austin venue, Jovita’s. This Saturday night, Nakia & His Southern Cousins Go South again! Join us and our very special guests, Austin Homegrown (8PM) as we tear into stage at Jovita’s this Saturday night! Get there early to get a seat! Tickets are $7 but you can get in for $5 if you RSVP now over at Do512 where one lucky winner will win a limited edition Guy Juke poster that he designed JUST FOR THIS SHOW! Again… Save money by RSVPing NOW!!!
This show is family friendly and remember they serve food and drinks here at Jovita’s so come with a big appetite for some great Mexican food and some great music. Jovita’s does have a nice big lot to park in and best of all… It’s Saturday! So no excuses! Head over to secure your $5 ticket now at Do512.com and I’ll see you there!
Nakia Live On KUT’s Eklektikos With John Aielli This Wednesday
Posted on November 10, 2008
This Wednesday the band will be appearing on Eklektikos with John Aielli on 90.5 FM KUT or KUT.org for all you Internet wiz kids! John’s reputation as one of the best hosts in radio is known the world over and I couldn’t be more thrilled about going back on the show.
This appearance we will be focusing on the upcoming show at Jovita’s this Saturday night and of course playing songs from the new album, Water To Wine.
Tune into KUT at 10:30AM to hear it live or stream it live online at KUT.org!
About the Show
eclec-tic \e-’klek-tik\ adj [Gk eklektikos fr. eklegein to select, fr. ex + legein to gather – more at LEGEND] (1683) 1 : selecting what appears to be the best in various doctrines, methods, or styles 2 : composed of elements drawn from various sources 3 : KUT’s weekday music and talk show with host John Aielli
Eklektikos began in the early 1970s, making it one of KUT’s longest-running programs. Host John Aielli has been at the helm since its inception, entertaining and engaging listeners with a mix of music that leaps across almost all musical genres. On any given day, during any given hour, listeners can hear a sampling from an infinite variety of musical sources.
Sharon Jones Invites Nakia On Stage To Sing Duet
Posted on November 4, 2008
Photo By Danielle Thomas
Last night, Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings performed at La Zona Rosa here in Austin. The Red State Blues show benefitted the Travis Country Democrats and one of my favorite organizations, SIMS.
Photo By Danielle Thomas
You may recall my encounter with Sharon during ACL that was the highlight of the festival for me. If not, click here. When I found out that they were coming back to Austin, I made a point to show up early and say hi to the Dap-Kings and of course Sharon. Everyone remembered me from ACL and I gave them all a copy of the new unreleased CD, Water To Wine. I chatted with Sharon and Neil (Tenor Sax Dap-King) about my time in Africa and growing up in Alabama singing in the church. A little bit of time went by and it was time for them to take the stage.
Photo by Danielle Thomas
A couple of songs in, they played the song that Sharon called me up on during ACL. Remember - that time it was totally random. This time, she called another fellow out of the audience and had some fun with him.
Then, they played a brand new song. As it started, Sharon looked over her shoulder to me and said, “Hey Nakia, get on up here! Come on Nakia!” and I hopped on stage as she began to serenade me with this new tune written by Dave (Trumpet Dap-King) called Are You Gonna Give Me All Of Your Love (I think?). As she and I danced and grooved, she turned the microphone toward me and I jumped in, responding to her call. The crowd went crazy and we turned it on! Back and forth we went on the stage singing to each other about how she needed all of my love and I wanted to give it to her. This culminated in me going down on my knees as if to plead and beg with her and then she slowly began to come down to meet me, with us pouring our hearts into the microphone and out into the audience.
As the song ended, the crowd was in a roar and I waved goodbye and left the stage. Sharon thanked me and told the crowd, “Now that was the real deal, y’all… Nakia’s the real deal. He’s got soul. And that’s what the Dap-Kings are all about.”
Later, Sharon told me that the song was brand new and they had only played it 2-3 other times and that she was really pleased with how it sounded with us both on it. Naturally, I suggested we record a version.
Here’s to hoping it happens.
Thank you Sharon & all of the Dap-Kings and to Kay and Graham for organizing the event and of course to my amazing booking agent Roggie Baer for making sure I was there to cross paths with Sharon again.
Nakia Performs Water To Wine On Fox 7’s Good Day Austin
Posted on October 23, 2008
This morning I woke up WAY earlier than normal to load up in the piano and make an appearance on Fox 7’s Good Day Austin to help promote the South Padre International Music Festival next weekend. Earlier that morning Tim Hayden, the festival’s producer, had been on talking about the festival and I was asked to come down and bring a taste of things to come. I had planned on bringing the band along, but scheduling was tight.
I ended up performing a solo version of “Water To Wine” and talking a bit about the festival, Momo’s, our show with Willie Nelson this weekend, and the new record - which by the way - will be on sale at the show on Sunday and at SPI Music Fest.
Click here to check out the clip of the interview and the performance.
Nakia Is G Style Magazine September/October Cover Boy!
Posted on October 20, 2008
I was looking through my posts and suddenly realized that in all the ACL prep and craziness I totally missed the opportunity to post about this amazing honor. But here I am - making up for it. I hope!
In Austin, we are really fortunate to have this great new magazine called L Style/G Style. It’s bi-monthly and they feature some amazing members of the Austin GLBT community. So far, each issue has had a theme with each cover (L Style and G Style) and feature story. This last issue - the one I was on - they chose music! My good friend Amy Cook totally rocked out the L Style cover and I was more than happy to pose for Michael Thad Carter, the photographer who took the shot on the covers and inside the magazine as well.
I can’t tell you how happy it made me to be featured and the Editor who did the story on me, Chantal Outon, wrote a gorgeous piece about my life and my music. Everyone at the magazine has been great. They are getting ready to celebrate their first anniversary as a magazine and you can find out more about the party they are throwing for it after the jump.
Here’s a direct link to view the magazine in their super-cool Internet magazine viewer! It’s just like reading - but without the paper! You can even flip the pages! Check out the story and I suggest reading through the whole thing as they mention me several times in various spots.
Nakia’s Notes: Save Austin Music, Nakia Plays Houston THIS Saturday Night!
Posted on October 16, 2008
Hi there!
First - Thanks for reading and supporting the band and me… In addition to our residency on Thursdays at Momo’s on W. 6th St. I have a few upcoming shows to tell you about so you can come out, bring your friends, and have a good time! Also at the bottom I’ve got a quick ACL recap for you if you didn’t make it this year. Remember that if you’re not getting this in email format, but want to, please click the envelope at the top of any page on my website or click here!
FRI. 10/17 - SAVE AUSTIN MUSIC GALA-ONE WORLD THEATER
If you don’t know about Save Austin Music (SAM) yet and what they are doing, I suggest you head over to their website and check it out! Hopefully you’ll get involved! This event will celebrate the premiere of their new Public Service Announcements featuring many great Austin musicians. So, come on down to one of Austin’s most unique and amazing venues the One World Theater and for about the same amount of money you’d spend on a large pizza and soda you will get something much better: Great Performances from some of Austin’s finest musicians! Also included at no extra cost will be LOTS of great food, and LOTS of alcohol! We go on at 10PM right after Ian McClagan & The Bump Band! After our set we will also be hosting the all-star jam which is sure to rock and have more than a few surprise guests! Be there! Don’t read about it later! Info about the event and tickets are here.
SAT. 10/18 - IN HOUSTON with CAROLYN WONDERLAND!
Yes, you read it correct… HOUSTON! We are making our Houston debut this Saturday night with the one & only Carolyn Wonderland! The show is at Dan Electro’s Guitar Bar at 1031 E 24th St and we take the stage at 9:30PM just before Carolyn! I realize that most of the folks reading these emails are from Austin, however, I hope you will consider using the “Forward This Email” link at the bottom of this email to send this note on to anyone you know in Houston inviting them out to see the show you’ve come to know and love so much! We have 3 places on the guestlist for you plus a friend if you reply to this email with “Heat Up Houston” in the subject! This will definitely be a great show to catch and we are really excited to be playing with Carolyn again!
To read the full newsletter and find out more about our show with Willie Nelson at the Backyard in Austin and our upcoming appearance at the 2nd Annual South Padre International Music Festival click here!
Video Interviews With Roxwel.com & Paste Magazine
Posted on October 3, 2008
During ACL I had time to do several interviews. Two of my favorites were Roxwel.com and Paste Magazine. Take a look…
Nakia and His Southern Cousins - ACL Music Festival Coverage
Video Codes at www.roxwel.com
