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Nick LeDuc / About This Artist

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Hometown: Rochester, NY

Label: Nick LeDuc Music

Management: Nick LeDuc

Website: www.lastnoteband.com

Genre: Singer Songwriter

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The Americana singer-songwriter has upcoming performances scheduled in Victor, Rochester, Ontario and Geneva

Nick LeDuc, a Victor-based musician known for his eclectic music style, will be coming through Upstate New York, playing at several local venues before planning a national U.S. tour later this year.

Initially performing under the name Last Note, LeDuc later decided to use his own name for the band, as an “Americana/singer-songwriter,” with plenty of musical skills to match. Having written all of the songs himself, LeDuc is also known for playing the piano, drums, guitar, and mandolin in each of his many performances. His musical style is equally chameleonic, alternately being described as “refined rock-groove” with other influences coming from reggae, country and rock genres.

However, for LeDuc, there’s more than music which influences him.

“I think I write and learn from everything around me,” he said. ”... I write from my heart and speak words of truth. It’s my release, my therapy.”

Having relocated to Rochester for his music career, LeDuc still enjoys performing in his hometown, calling it “one of my favorite places to return to play, because that’s where I started ... the love they give me up there is greatly appreciated.”

LeDuc first decided upon playing music as a profession in 2007, beginning with a collection of bandmates who played in the Rochester area, appearing on several radio stations, including WBER FM, WRUR FM, and 98.9 The Buzz. LeDuc then began a yearlong rebranding effort, still playing with different people and line-ups while remaining a solo musician. In March 2012, LeDuc signed his first record deal with the Tate Music Group, allowing him to release the album “Last Note HighWays” in June 2013, with a second album, titled “Nick LeDuc Unfiltered” due for release in early 2016.

Given all of this work, one might find it exhausting to perform in front of live crowds several nights a month, but LeDuc sees it a different way.

“I love the interaction with the crowd; it’s what drives the show and makes it what it is,” he said. “If the crowd isn’t reacting, they might not get the show they came to see.”

Due to his passion for the music he plays, LeDuc is looking forward to the years ahead.

“Music is like a fine wine for someone who performs all the time,” LeDuc said. “With age it just gets better, you never stop growing. That’s the fascinating part of this work.”

Press:

“Last Note in the July Issue of Variance magazine !!!”
Last Note in Variance Magazine

“LastNote is very excited to say that their album ''HighWays'' is now for sale online ! go to www.tatemusicgroup.com go to the store section, music section and purchase your album today !!”
Nick LeDuc - LastNote album release !!!!

“Lastnote was recently written up in the messanger post Monday the 21st of May. A great article if you haven't read it yet be sure to check it out!!”
Melody Burri - Daily messanger

“LastNote has been written up in the Victor Post today. 3rd page and a piece on the cover be sure to see what's new with the guys and the next step in their musical journey!”
Melody Burri - Local band hits the highways to record lp

“Happy to say Nick LeDuc signed a record deal with Tate music Group. He will be headed out west to record the album here in a couple months. Highways should hit the stores in the fall of 2012. THANKS FOR ALL THE SUPPORT!”
LastNote signs record deal

“LastNote was just accepted to the New York State Fair for 2012!! Check it out, March 16, 2012 Dear Entertainer; The New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets Division of the State Fair would like to thank you for your interest in performing at the 2012 Fair and for taking the time to complete our Entertainment Application. After a lengthy review process, we are pleased to inform you that your application has been selected for the Regional Artists Variety (RAV) Stage. Therefore, we are extending you this invitation to perform at a point during the 2012 New York State Fair. Soon you will receive another email from me with the specific date(s) and time(s) of your performance Thank you, and we look forward to having you be a part of the Great 2012 New York State Fair. ”
LastNote accepted to the Great New York State Fair 2012

“LastNote shoots their second TV shoot ! This was a great time with Ray and everyone who works to make the Music Show what it is today. It should be aired sometime around the end of this January 2012 on public Television. We are looking forward to checking it out ourselves be sure to let us know what you think if you do see it !..!!”
LastNote shoots episode of the Music Show !

“Featured in CITY (Rochester City Newspaper) for the August 3-9, Vol. 40 No. 47, LastNote has an in depth interview on page 14.”
Frank de Blase - CITY

“LastNote has been interviewed on the Sunday Night Shakedown with Woody and Frank de Blaze on 98.9 The Buzz and The Breakfast Buzz with Kimberly and Beck on 98.9. They have also been featured on Open Tunings with Scott Regan and played some live acoustic songs on each show.”
Radio Interviews

“LastNote's interview from Independent TV Online.”
Independent TV Online - LastNote Interview On Tha Grind