Nik West (US)

In the organizer's words:

Explosive is not really a good enough word for Nik West . When she sings, dances and slaps her bass with virtuosity, she seems to defy gravity - a stage presence that thrills and amazes audiences around the world in equal measure. But West is far more than a captivating performer: as a bassist, singer and songwriter, she combines technical brilliance with charismatic expressiveness.

The renowned billboard journalist Alex Henderson describes her as an artist of the 21st century who is definitely not lacking in skill. Inspired by funk greats such as Larry Graham, Louis Johnson and Marcus Miller, she combines rhythmic sophistication with an expressive voice.

She attracted international attention with her funk-laden interpretation of "Back In Black" by AC/DC - and won prominent admirers such as Steven Tyler and Lenny Kravitz. Musical greats such as Prince, John Mayer, Quincy Jones, Santana and Bootsy Collins also appreciated her energy and musicality.

Growing up in Phoenix, Arizona, West first discovered her passion for the guitar before discovering the bass in high school, inspired by Michael Jackson. She worked with Dave Stewart early on, and later with Grammy-winning producer Glen Ballard. She was the first black woman to compose music for the Disney sports channel ESPN and is a sought-after collaborator between funk, rock and soul.

In addition to her stage career, Nik West is also a mentor: with her "Bass Domination Course", she inspires young musicians to develop discipline, self-confidence and creative freedom. Nik West stands for a new generation of female artists who naturally combine virtuosity, attitude and entertainment - and bring funk into the present with full force.

"She's a baaaaad mama jama!... lighting licks and thunder thumbs..." -

Quincy Jones

"The Female Lenny Kravitz"

Dave Stewart (Eurythmics)

"Holy Funkadelic!!!"

Steven Tyler

"Great stage presence"... "She inspires me in the same way Rosie and Sheila did..."

Prince

The concert is unseated. (But there are seats in the stands for early birds)

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Purple Unicorn https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFYfbbZ-Om8