Dutch DJ/producer/vocalist and songwriter, Nicky Elisabeth announces her forthcoming debut album, The Way of Love, out 20 September 2024 on global label, Anjunadeep. The news comes alongside her new single, “The Lights”.
Following her recent singles, “Close To You” and “The Game”, “The Lights” pairs Nicky’s gorgeous signature vocals with uplifting, shimmery synths and pop-leaning melodies soaring over an infectious, driving four-to-the-floor beat and bubbly bassline. An upbeat electronic-pop bop, the single is Nicky’s own anthem of empowerment. Tying in with the wider themes of her debut LP - which is a reflection and expression of self-acceptance and her journey in owning her creative voice - in her own words, “‘The Lights’ Is my personal anthem of empowerment. The song is about not being afraid anymore to finally start to believe in yourself and everything that you’re capable of.”
Nicky’s recent singles have paved the way for The Way Of Love, on which she showcases her expansive sonic palette and deep musings on love, romance, and perceptions and the self. The debut LP promises a candid insight through Nicky’s creative journey, ambitions and desires, told through blissfully emotive and gently euphoric, electronic pop; equally as primed for sun-soaked festival crowds and club floors, as it is for inner world moments created through intimate headphones or home listening, or scenic, long drives. Drawing on her deep love of pop and downtempo home listening selections, as well as her selections and tacit club knowledge shaped by a decade spent DJing around the world, Nicky is carving out a strong signature sound.
On her anticipated debut, Nicky shares “‘The Way Of Love’ signifies my own personal journey to finding self-love. In writing this album, I’ve experienced many creative and personal obstacles that needed to be overcome to reach the place I am now. I remember when I started writing many years ago, that I was obsessed with the idea of being able to capture my being in music. I desperately sought after authenticity to define myself sonically. Now, when I look back on that goal, it seems utterly absurd. This album is a collection of all the different shades and shapes I can take on as a person, and together they partly show you who I am, but never completely, as I am ever-changing.”
Hailing from the South of The Netherlands and raised in Belgium, Nicky Elisabeth is a DJ, producer and vocalist, currently based between Amsterdam and London. Residing between these two clubbing capitals, Nicky had the epicenter of electronic music at her doorstep and became fully immersed in the electronic scene. Having DJ’d from the age of 18, turning her hand to production was a no-brainer. Nicky’s well-honed, effervescent sound blends elements of progressive house, techno and trance, and is always informed by her love of pop. With themes of love and emotion running through her music, there’s always an evocative feel to her productions.
As a selector, Nicky has cemented her space in the club scene playing some of the world’s most cutting-edge parties and respected stages, from her underground beginnings with her residency at Amsterdam’s De Marktkantine, through to sets at fabric, Printworks, ADE, Awakenings, Red Rocks, DGTL, Lost Village and more. From large festival stages through to heads-down, intimate club shows, Nicky’s penchant for pop melodies and strong vocal hooks shines through in her DJ sets, finding her a dedicated fan base across the world.
Nicky’s talent for flawless dance floor bumpers and ability to command a crowd has seen her earn praise from electronic titans including TSHA, Solomon and the like. Her well-honed craft and musicality have led her to release on esteemed labels including Anjunadeep, Kompakt and DGTL Records. With a milestone year ahead promising a long-form project and a prospective live offering, Nicky Elisabeth is shimmering her way to the upper echelons of the electronics sphere.
Vinyl Tracklist
A1. Shape Of Me
A2. The Way Of Love
A3. The Lights
A4. Dreams of Reality
A5. The Game
B1. Dusk
B2. Last Dance
B3. Shine
B4. Fading
C1. Dawn
C2. Memories
C3. Is This It?
C4. Close To You
D1. Sun
D2. The Game (Club Mix)
D3. Close To You (Club Mix)
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