Nikki George was born into an artistic and show business family of vocalists, artists, writers and Jefferson Award winning performers. Like her mother, two time Jefferson Award winner Gerry Langedon, Nikki began her acting and singing career in Chicago area theaters at an early age. While earning a Bachelor degree in Biology, a Master of Public Affairs and honors at Indiana University; Nikki continued her love of theater and music. While Nikki has performed in Europe, New York and Florida; Chicago and the Calumet Region are places she calls home. At "home," she has written lyrics for electronic music composer, Keenan Baxter, and their work has been distributed worldwide. Nikki has, also, produced national public service announcements and recorded voice overs through New Millennium Productions. Her music has aired on Chicago radio stations such as WRRG and WNUA, she has appeared on WGN and WYIN television and has been featured on the front page of The Chicago Tribune:

http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/chi-second-actsjun20,0,2744596.story

Nikki enjoys the freedom of jazz and cultivates her gifts on stages for corporations, private parties, fund raisers, clubs, and restaurants. She is an electrifying presence:

"sensational....jazzy....high wattage....generates a noisy ovation from a crowded room....polish....an obviously accomplished singer..." Howard Reich, Chicago Tribune

".....a lush voice...comfortable performing from the Great American Songbook as she is interpreting contemporary rock/pop songs...skill and style...unique singer...will take you on a musical rollercoaster..." Nicholas Calabrese, host of "Local Jazz Focus,"
WRRG 88.9 FM

"...snazzy cuts...a tribute to cocktail culture."
Bob Kostanczuk, The Post Tribune

"Meet Me for Cocktails was an impressive debut CD."
Tom Lounges, The Times

"She was a discovery!"
Denise McGowan, Chicago Impressario and host of
Petterino's Open Mike Nights

"...can really wow an audience!"
Bob Scott, Lake Area United Way


Promotional photos and CD cover by Jane Leslie Designs