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Nicola Monique witter was born on the 24th February 1982, to parents David Jackson and Dorette Witter; she grew up with 3 other siblings alongside her in a strong Jamaican single parent home. Ni-Cola remembers the constant struggles her mother faced raising four children single handed and yet devoted to them all. There were times when food was scarce, and yet mum spent her money sending all four of us to private school. There was a strong work ethic in our home, and Godly discipline. And it was often the rod, which kept this impressionable girl on the right path and on a road to success.
Ni-Cola first emerged onto the UK gospel scene in late 2004. A friend had told her how much they were touched by the passion and sound in her voice and how it literally brought them to tears. Unbeknown to Ni-Cola this friend had enjoyed previous success on the Manchester music circuit in the 90’s within the secular arena, touring with bands such as the spiral carpets. This would then be Ni-Cola’s first mentor. Within just a few months Ni-Cola submitted a demo of her soon to be released single titled “Still Here” of which she later received a nomination for the Gem awards in 2004 for Best female newcomer. Such an honour and completely shock to the singer who had literally just emerged from this unknown city (Manchester).
Ni-Cola began to play on several stages in Manchester, building her profile and sharing her faith. After a short period it became clear that this friend could take Ni-Cola no further on this journey, which is where Ni-Cola was approached by independent record company 1nC promotions.
Her sound can be described as, Earthy rich alto, with sweet unpredicted harmonies, and song writing that takes you on a journey from start to finish. Within just a few years the singer/songwriter has her songs in the mouths of youths searching for positive role models.
Ni-Cola had faced many a hard time but always remembers where she has come from. It’s the knowing God is with you always and to the end of the age that keeps the young singer focused on the prize. Ni-Cola’s musical journey began from an early age. Ni-Cola’s first solo, she recalls was at a cousins christening party where she repeatedly sang the hook of a well-known pop song, keeping guests well entertained. Ni-Cola remembers waking up on a Saturday morning hearing mum singing and cleaning, some old Gospel favourite. At the age of nine she began singing in the church choir, then eventually moving onto the church’s local worship band. In the late 1990’s, Ni-Cola formed a Dance Group known as GSD (God Said Dance). GSD danced in local churches, events, and Supported local and international artists such as Elaine Hanley, and Lieutenant Stitchie.
Ni-Cola then went onto Bible school, for a year, under the ministry of Ulf Ekman at Word of Life Bible centre in Sweden.This is where Ni-Cola caught the vision of ministry described by herself as, “Simply meeting the needs of the people, by the power of the Holy Spirit”. Ni-Cola’s heart for souls was ignited and it became clear that her goal was to win souls for Christ by whatever means possible.
On her return to England, Ni-Cola’s mother suddenly passed away. “This had been my childhood fear”, explains Ni-Cola,” and now it was my reality”.
However in the midst of the grieving process she was encouraged to write a song, which later became her first release entitled “Still Here” in 2005, The songs shares her story on how she struggled with grief, fear and suicide. Ni-Cola could never have imagined that her musical career would have come out of such devastating circumstances.
Ni-Cola then went on to complete a Performing Arts degree at the University of Salford, whilst pursuing her music career and believes this has enhanced her confidence and delivery of performance on stage.
Aged 28, Ni-Cola is described as one of the North West’s freshest talents to be birthed from the city of Manchester, England. Ni-Cola’s heart is evident throughout her music, she is no longer just a singer amidst the millions on the planet, but a music minister with a gift to heal, bring truth and take you on a journey to salvation by proclaiming the Gospel throughout her songs. Through her gifts, she is able to share her personal stories of love, compassion, and trials, in a 21st century Mancunian way. Ni-Cola needs no introduction, she can engage a small intimate crowd or command an auditorium full of people to let go and have a good time in the presence of God.
Ni-Cola won the “Best Newcomer” award at the Oasis Awards 2006.
Her Debut Album” My Passion His Heart” was released by independent record Label 1nC Promotions in December 2007, this received great reviews from both secular and Christian media Ni-Cola makes no apologies for her strong presence and aims to take her music across the world.
At present, Ni-Cola is a member of RCCG Jubilee Church Manchester; a minister of music, motivational speaker, Preacher and youth worker.
Since her debut album, Ni-Cola has grown spiritually, musically, and is more confident in who she is. I used to try and fit into a box, when people would invite us to come and perform, but now, I say look, I don’t know what’s gonna happen, just expect the unexpected, we practise yes, we rehearse yes, we sound check yes, but I cannot guarantee that’s what we’ll do, and it’s all over to the Holy Spirit from that moment. Ni-Cola has ministered up and down the country and internationally at countless events; from high schools, festivals, concerts, nightclubs, outreaches, Television and conferences.
Currently, Ni-Cola is in and out of the studio creating fresh tracks for her up and coming highly anticipated 2nd album. Set for a 2011 release and UK Tour!
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