Vickie Russell, New Paltz, NY
An award winning musical storyteller for adults, New Paltz, NY based touring singer/songwriter Vickie Russell delivers passionate piano and guitar playing with powerful vocals. With a taste of country, blues and folk all blended together, she entertains by touching your heart and soul, and keeps you laughing with her unique subject matter, memorable melodies and clever lyrics.
She is joined by husband David Michael Peters on guitar, bass and harmonies.
Russell has three CDs to her credit, “As Written,” “Welcome Home,” and “Next.” Each has garnered critical acclaim, citing her powerful vocals and innovative songwriting as Russell trademarks.
Concertgoers have enjoyed her as a main act as well as when opening for the likes of 10,000 Maniacs, Donovan, Rick Danko, Leon Russell, Richie Havens, Christine Lavin, Chris Smithers, and Tuck & Patti, playing throughout the world.
“Don't be fooled by the smiling, innocuous face on the cover; there's a wicked wit hiding beneath the pop country flavors and Adult Contemporary hooks on Next.”
Brooke Curtis
Twang Town Reviewed
“The heart of "Next" is her gorgeous voice, as she telegraphs knowing insights to modern life and love…All around musical comfort food, Russell scores big with this one.”
David Malachowski
Kingston Daily Freeman
“Her latest release called "Next"™ is a brilliant testament that Vickie has flourished into a major force in music.”
Fred Migliore
FM Odyssey