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November 19, 2020

 "city music foundation announces its new artists..."

June 04, 2020

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June 04, 2020

"if you’re in the mood for something whimsical, organic and yet vivid you’ll definitely fall in love with “where were you hiding? (feat. nishla smith) by emma johnson’s gravy boat..."

June 04, 2020

"it feels as if nishla’s soft vocals are used as an instrument in their own right, sharing the limelight with emma’s saxophone and interludes of electric guitar..."

June 04, 2020

"featuring gorgeous guest vocals from nishla smith, the single channel’s norah jones’ energy..." 

May 17, 2020

"mjf 2020 jazz unlocked full line-up revealed..."

May 05, 2020

"four days of jazz performances from new talents from the north of england take place online..."

April 15, 2020

"stockport-based animator and visual artist luca shaw, added: “my commission involves magnifying the intimate domestic rituals that have become centre stage during this lockdown. I intend to explore it through experimental animation and work in conjunction with musician nishla smith, who has also been selected. both of our projects look at ritual, repetition and minimalism - as life is so reduced and stripped back right now."

March 13, 2020

"support comes from manchester-based rising star nishla smith whose live sets are noted for their incredible variety..."

March 10, 2020

"smith’s is a compulsive and compelling performance carrying the audience with her every moment of the way..."