Album Review: Nicholas Campbell, Livin' and Other Western Ideas

March 5th 2021, Jason McNeil - Parton & Pearl

​https://www.partonandpearl.com/blog/album-review-nicholas-campbell-livin-and-other-western-ideas

 



From slick hot-rod rockabilly to smooth crooning honky tonk, Nicholas Campbell is the real deal. Inspired by some of the last century’s most iconic country sounds, from Faron Young to Brian Setzer, Campbell first picked up the guitar at age 10 and was gigging by 11. Having found a fresh start during the pandemic, Nicholas began playing consistently with his band, The Two Meter Cheaters, who quickly rediscovered their groove as live shows began to become an option once again—and they wasted no time in seizing the opportunity.

The band worked to release Campbell’s debut album, Livin’ and Other Western Ideas in 2021, combining elements of rockabilly, western swing, and good old-fashioned honky tonk. The result was a brisk, invigorating album that feels as fresh as it does familiar. The band has enjoyed worldwide coverage and airplay since, spanning from Western Canada to Spain, to Italy, and beyond. As live music has begun to blossom again Nicholas has had the opportunity to share the stage with the likes of Melissa Payne, Paul Reddick, and Blue Rodeo among others. With Campbell’s new singles and the album to come, Gonna Have A Ball Tonight, the group has shifted their tone to include a more rock n’ roll-centric sound, adding a renewed breath of energy and excitement to Campbell’s signature country sensibilities. 



Nicholas Campbell shares new single "I'm Sorry" (Interview) 

June 15 2023, Jenna Melanson - Canadian Beats

https://canadianbeats.ca/2023/06/15/nicholas-campbell-shares-new-single-im-sorry-interview/

 


Irish Millie and Nicholas Campbell are joint recipients of Peterborough Folk Festival's 2023 Emerging Artist Award 

June 27 2023, Kawartha Now​ 

​https://kawarthanow.com/2023/06/27/irish-millie-and-nicholas-campbell-are-joint-recipients-of-peterborough-folk-festivals-2023-emerging-artist-award/