Birdie Nichols & The Butler Band

 

Birdie Nichols & The Butler Band

LISTEN - COUNTRY

THE LAST RANGER Birdie Nichols & The Butler Band Birdie Nichols is a country-western artist and storyteller whose music carries the spirit, strength, and soul of the American West. With heartfelt vocals and a deep respect for tradition, Birdie brings to life stories of faith, redemption, frontier courage, and the timeless landscapes that shaped western history.   Her debut album, Into the West, and her latest release, Western Heritage, are now streaming on all major platforms. Together, they showcase Birdie’s gift for blending classic western storytelling with a fresh, cinematic sound.   Western Heritage is a vivid musical journey through the untamed heart of the Old West, honoring cowboys, cowgirls, wagon trains, outlaws, and the enduring search for freedom and redemption. Each song captures the grit and grace of frontier life, where hardship, hope, and survival rode side by side beneath the desert sky.   One of the album’s standout tracks, The Last Ranger, explores the shifting loyalties of the Old West, where outlaws could become lawmen, and justice was often hard-won. Through the story of an outlaw seeking redemption by making things right, Birdie Nichols delivers a powerful reminder that even the wildest hearts can find their way home.   Birdie Nichols & The Butler Band are an international country/Americana act touring globally in 2026, with dates routing through Australia and the USA. Led by Birdie Nichols, the show delivers cinematic storytelling, strong audience engagement, and a polished, tour-tested live performance.   ​The lineup features award-winning Australian artist Shaza Leigh and legendary pianist Peggy Gilchrist, supported by powerhouse drummer Lachlan Butler.

Birdie Nichols & The Butler Band - The Last Ranger Birdie Nichols & The Butler Band The Last Ranger (Live): Star Central Single Release 2026

Kika Morelan

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Kika Morelan Releases All That Jazz — A Big-Band-Infused, Soulful Tribute to the Great American Songbook

Coeur d’Alene, Idaho — Vocalist Kika Morelan has released her newest album, All That Jazz — a vibrant and soulful collection of twelve jazz standards, reimagined with big band arrangements, gospel choir textures, and world-class musicianship.

Produced by Michael Lewis (Jean-Luc Ponty, Mary Wilson of The Supremes) and recorded, mixed, and mastered at The Song Mill Studios in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, the album blends classic jazz tradition with cinematic flair and modern production.

Seven of the album’s twelve tracks feature a full horn section, while two songs are enhanced by gospel-style choirs, giving the project the scale and energy of a modern big band production.

A World-Class Team of Jazz and Studio Musicians

All That Jazz features an acclaimed ensemble of musicians including:

Mark Douthit – Tenor saxophone (Larry Carlton, Michael McDonald)

Brian Fullen – Drums (Player A, Little River Band)

Pat Coil – Piano and arrangements (Michael McDonald, Lyle Mayes)

Calvin Turner – Horn arrangements (bassist for Joe Bonamassa)

Additional scoring assistance by Michael Waldrop

Arrangements were crafted by Pat Coil, Ted Wilson, Michael Lewis, and Calvin Turner, with Morelan’s voice always at the forefront.

A Fresh Take on Beloved Classics

Morelan brings elegance, swing, and emotional honesty to every track. Highlights include:

A joyful take on “More”

A cinematic and soulful “At Last”

A breezy and stylish “Beyond the Sea”

A heartfelt and blues-tinged “Georgia On My Mind”

A smooth, jazz-club take on “New York State of Mind”

A swinging 1930s-style reimagining of “Stray Cat Strut”

A powerful closing with “Feeling Good”

Producer Michael Lewis says:

“This album is a celebration of great songwriting, world-class musicians, and the emotional honesty Kika brings to every performance. We wanted it to feel timeless — like something that could have been recorded in the golden age of jazz, yet still sound fresh today.”

About Kika Morelan

Born in Finland, Kika Morelan moved to the US when she was 21. She is a jazz and pop vocalist known for her soulful delivery, lyrical sensitivity, and ability to bridge classic and contemporary styles. All That Jazz follows her previous releases Feeling Good and The Magic of Christmas.

Availability

All That Jazz is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Bandcamp, and all major streaming platforms. Physical copies can be ordered directly from Blue Street Artists.

Press & Media Inquiries

Contact: Michael Lewis

Label/Management: Blue Street Artists

Location: Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

Email/Phone: Michael@BlueStreetArtists.com / 629-777-5558

Kika Morelan delivers a straight-ahead vocal jazz release with All That Jazz, rooted in tradition and elevated by top-tier musicianship and modern production. Produced by jazz guitarist and former Nashville producer Michael Lewis, the album features a seasoned Nashville lineup with extensive major-label credits, including Pat Coil (piano), Brian Fullen (drums), Craig Nelson (upright bass), Adam Nitti (bass), Mark Douthit (sax), and horn players from The Smoking Section, arranged by Calvin Turner.

The record leans into a classic repertoire with a focus on live ensemble interplay, dynamic phrasing, and clean, expressive vocal delivery. Kika’s vocal approach is controlled and understated, prioritizing tone, phrasing, and lyric interpretation—well-suited for traditional jazz programming.

Comparable appeal for listeners of Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, and Diana Krall.

Well-suited for jazz, standards, and late-night programming. Strong production, experienced players, and a traditional vocal jazz presentation make this an easy add for stations prioritizing consistency and musical depth.

Basic Band Info

Band Name:

Kika Morelan

Album Name:

All That Jazz

Year Released:

2025

Email Address:

susikoira44@hotmail.com

Website:

ReverbNation.com/KikaMorelan

Music Style:

Jazz

Influences:

Ella Fitzgerald

We Sound Like:

Diana Krall

Performing Rights Society:

Label Affiliation:

Independent Label

Geographic

Hometown:

Spokane

Country:

United States

Touring your Region?:

No

 

Band Description

Kika Morelan is a vocal jazz singer delivering timeless standards with refined tone and phrasing. Backed by elite Nashville players, her album "All That Jazz" offers a clean, classic jazz sound.

Additional Band Websites

     

John Michael Ferrari!

John Michael Ferrari

https://johnmichaelferrari.com/

No Mistaken

John Michael Ferrari

Note:  This is a new arrangement and recording of a song "Ain't No Mistaken" that was on JMF's "My Early Life" album in the 1990's.  

This new recording was released April 15th, 2026

ISRC:  TCAAW1129232

UPC: 859731499689

Producer: Pepper Jay

Recorded at Beaird Music Group, Nashville

Label: Cappy Records