Hailing from the ancient market town of Bedford, England, and raised on the American roots music spinning from her Anglo-Indian grandmother’s record collection, soulful Americana singer-songwriter Danni Nicholls has spent the last decade carving out a respected place on the global roots scene. Now proudly based in Nashville, TN—her long-dreamed-of spiritual home—she continues to grow her stateside presence, tour widely, and prepare for the release of her forthcoming fourth full-length studio album, Making Moves.
Danni’s musical journey was sparked by a chance encounter with Nashville producer and bassist Chris Donohue (Emmylou Harris), which led to the making of her critically acclaimed albums A Little Redemption (2012) and Mockingbird Lane (2015). Both featured legendary Nashville players including Al Perkins, Will Kimbrough, and Steve Fishell, and received rave reviews for their authenticity and emotional depth. Her third studio album, The Melted Morning (2019), produced by Jordan Brooke Hamlin (Brandi Carlile, Indigo Girls), revealed a more intimate and haunting sonic landscape and was widely praised for its vulnerability and originality. Since then, Danni has continued to evolve with a live album, a covers collection, and a string of well-received singles.
Her upcoming album, Making Moves - produced by Sarah Peacock marks a bold new chapter—blending rootsy warmth with subtle modern textures and reflecting a period of resilience, reinvention, and forward motion. The record finds Danni stepping more fully into her own power, embracing change, and writing with renewed clarity about growth, courage, and letting go.
Described as a “one in a million” artist with a “velvet voice” (Maverick Magazine), and with songs hailed as “classy and compelling” (R2 Magazine), Danni brings warmth, soul, and nuance to every stage she steps onto. Whether in intimate listening rooms, grand theatres, or festival main stages, her performances are known for melting hearts and holding audiences spellbound. She has shared bills and tours with artists such as Lucinda Williams, The Secret Sisters, and Sturgill Simpson, and her music has been featured on hit television shows including Sons of Anarchy.
A three-time Americana Music Association UK award nominee, Danni has performed at esteemed festivals worldwide, including Cambridge Folk Festival (UK), Tønder Festival (Denmark), AMERICANAFEST (USA), Mile of Music (USA), and 30A Songwriters Festival (USA). Writing songs of hope, healing, and human connection, she has drawn comparisons to Brandi Carlile, Rosanne Cash, and KT Tunstall.
With Making Moves on the horizon and momentum building on both sides of the Atlantic, Danni Nicholls is an artist whose passion, presence, and powerful voice continue to resonate deeply—and leave a lasting impression.
“Her passion for her craft is unparalleled. Her depth of emotion, commitment to the song, and ability to go deep makes her a rare artist”
Jed Hilly, Director of the Americana Music Association
“An artist with the elegance and imagination to restore your faith in the visceral power of an original song”
Paul Sexton, BBC Radio 2 and freelance print/broadcast journalist
“I absolutely love the elegance and beauty of her music” - Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2
“Smoky soul, folk-pop and heart-wrenching alt-country, all in a rich voice” - Q Magazine
“Sumptuous…a warm wry line in confessional songwriting” - UNCUT
“One in a million…” - Maverick Music Magazine