Today’s song is “Blame” by Lio Nicol. The pop songwriter and performer hails from Los Angeles, California.
A former biology major, Lio Nicol dropped out of the University of Montana to pursue a music career in California. The talented pianist and guitarist found her niche in songwriting, which was initially inspired by her biggest musical influence, Diane Warren. With her five octave vocal range and indie-pop melodies, Nicol has been compared to a young Mariah Carey meets Florence Welch. Lio Nicol is known for her impressive stage presence and has performed all over North America at a variety of festivals and venues such as the Dragon Boat Festival, Durango Expo, House of Blues in San Diego and many others.
The song was produced by Wesley Switzer of Milestone Studios, and is the first single off of her This is her first single off her upcoming debut EP, 1, due out in early 2017.
Lio Nicol purposely writes storytelling lyrics that are open to interpretation so her listeners can decide for themselves what the songs are about. “I don’t ever like to say too much about a song because I want people to feel exactly how they need to at the time of listening to it.”
The track finds her in her most vulnerable state as she details the confusion and pain felt during a one-sided breakup.
When describing the song Nicol says, “ ’Blame’ is about two people who never really were on the same page and it finally hits one of them, but not the other. I don’t ever like to say too much about a song because I want people to feel exactly how they need to at the time of listening to it.”
“Blame” beautifully encompasses Lio Nicol’s incredible vocal ability. This along with her unique blend of sage and sass has allowed her to capture the hearts of new music fans.
Listen below and for more information check out her official website.