Name: The Bible Belt
Brand: Nikki Sudden

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375 Media

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Release date

2021-03-05

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143136

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5060446072837

2020-11-13

143135

5060446072820

Artist

Nikki Sudden

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Troubadour

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Indie Pop / Shoegaze

The Troubadour is a legendary music venue located in Los Angeles, California. Since its opening in 1957, it has been a hub for both established and up-and-coming artists from various genres.

Known by different variations such as *Troubadour*, *Troubadour, Los Angeles*, *The Troubadour, Los Angeles*, and *Doug Weston's Troubadour*, this iconic establishment has played a significant role in shaping the music scene of LA.

With its intimate setting and rich history, the Troubadour has hosted countless memorable performances by renowned musicians. From rock legends like Elton John and Led Zeppelin to folk icons such as Joni Mitchell and James Taylor, the stage of the Troubadour has witnessed some truly unforgettable moments in music history.

English singer-songwriter and guitarist, Nikki Sudden, was born on July 19, 1956 in London, England. He formed the influential band Swell Maps with his brother Epic Soundtracks, releasing several successful singles and albums in the late 1970s. Known for their pioneering 'DIY Punk' sound, Swell Maps achieved #1 hits on the UK Independent Charts. After the band's breakup in 1980, Sudden embarked on a solo career and later formed The Jacobites with guitarist Dave Kusworth. Together they released two albums and gained popularity in Germany.
Sudden then returned to his solo career and signed with Creation Records, releasing five albums over five years. In 1990, he collaborated with members of R.E.M. for his album 'The Jewel Thief'. Throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, Sudden continued to tour extensively both as a solo artist and with his backing band 'The Last Bandits'.
Tragically, Nikki Sudden passed away on March 26, 2006 in New York City after completing a series of solo performances in the USA. His legacy lives on through his extensive discography and collaborations with notable musicians such as Ian McLagan (Small Faces), Mick Taylor (Rolling Stones), Anthony Thistlethwaite (Waterboys), Dave Kusworth (Jacobites), and Darrell Bath (Dogs D’Amour /

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Fully Remastered recordings of the second and arguably most important solo Nikki Sudden album. Features Dave Kusworth and soon to be Waterboys; Mike Scott and Anthony Thistlethwaite. Redesigned with deluxe gatefold sleeve with expanded photos for the time and notes from Nikki’s diary about recording the album plus the original Colour version of the LP cover (issued in monochrome originally in 1982 ). Includes the classic and fan favourite track Chelsea Embankment sung sublimely by ‘Lizard’. Bible Belt was the template and springboard for the forming of the Jacobites

The Bible Belt

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