SONIIQ ENTERTAINMENT www.soniiqduo.com.au SONIIQ IS VERSATILE, QUALITYniiq LIVE ENTERTAINMENT WITH OVER FIVE DECADES EXPERIENCE IN THE GLOBAL ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY DUO, TRIO, FOUR PIECE BAND Whether your venue or function requires the versatility of a Duo or larger audience the dynamics of a Trio or 4 Piece Band, Soniiq are adaptable and flexible to suit any situation. Soniiq Duo features female vocals with guitar. Soniiq Trio has the addition of backing vocals and percussion whilst the four piece ensemble also incorporates vocals and rhythm guitar. Introducing Louie Shelton; this gentleman needs no introduction, his biography reads like a who’s who of Hollywood , combine this with some of Queensland’s most talented and accomplished musician’s to form a professional outfit that will captivate any audience. Playing a variety of classic hits and current chart songs, Soniiq deliver the complete entertainment package for Corporate Events, Club Bookings, Weddings and Private Functions. Please visit our website at: www.soniiqduo.com.au 1 AtalieATALIE CUTAJAR Versatile, Dynamic Vocal Artist From the moment Atalie steps on the stage you will be captivated by her smooth, flawless vocal ability. Atalie performs with ease songs from Pink to Patsy Cline and everything in between, showcasing her diversity and talent. Atalie started her musical career from a young age singing for local bands and working with various musicians on demo and album projects. Currently performing with Louie Shelton is definitely the highlight of her career. Starting Soniiq in 2002 meant full time dedication to establishing not only a great duo but also a name that will be associated with high quality, outstanding entertainment. As lead singer of Soniiq, Atalie thrives on performing and ensures the audience will not be disappointed. Atalie was asked to perform at the Annual “Burleigh Carols in the Park” back in 2006 and was a stand out performer in front of a 20,000 strong crowd. After such a successful performance, Atalie now has a regular spot on the Guest List, allowing her to perform alongside Artists such as Ricki-Lee, Andrew Pryor David Devito, Normie Rowe and Australian Idol Contestants Guy Mutton and Casey Barnes. Currently Atalie is recording/adding her voice to the latest Wolverines Album as well as recording songs for inclusion on Louie Shelton’s latest studio album Soniiq are working on a special debut project due out in 2010. 2 LouieLOUIE SHELTON Louie Shelton’s name may be unknown to most listeners, but his guitar work has been heard over and over by even casual popular music listeners since the mid-’60s. His career as a session musician began with the Monkees, playing the memorable riffs on several of their recordings. (Remember the cool, rapid-fire, reverb drenched solo in “Valerie”?) He went on to play on “I Want You Back,” “ABC” and “I’ll Be There” for the Jackson 5, Boz Scaggs’ “Lowdown,” and “Summer Breeze” and “Diamond Girl” with Seals & Crofts. He played the guitar solos on pop smashes like Lionel Richie’s “Hello” and Neil Diamond’s “Play Me,” and recorded with artists ranging from Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Gladys Knight, Barbra Streisand and Whitney Houston, to the Partridge Family, Art Garfunkel and Mama Cass Elliott. He produced a number of albums as well, most notably for Seals & Crofts. In 1995, Shelton recorded Guitar, an album showcasing his wide-ranging guitar virtuosity and versatility. Though it rocked harder than most of its peers, this recording found airplay on smooth and contemporary jazz radio when released in the United States in 1996. The follow- up, Hot & Spicy, released in April 1998, sounded like a much more calculated attempt to appeal to that market. Urban Culture followed two years later. Louie is currently producing in his studio on the Gold Coast and is a stand out performer in Soniiq. For more information, please visit www.louieshelton.com 3 Recently inducted (Oct 2009) into the Musician’s Hall Of Fame for his contribution as guitarist on so many classic hits, including: • Lionel Richie: Hello, Stuck on You, Deep River Woman • Jackson 5: I Want You Back, I’ll Be There, ABC • The Monkees: Last Train to Clarksville, Hey Hey We’re the Monkees, Valerie • Boz Scaggs: Lowdown, Harbor Lights, We’re All Alone • Seals and Crofts: Summer Breeze, Diamond Girl Louie (Louie also produced this album) • Joe Cocker: Up Where we Belong • Marvin Gaye: Let’s Get it On • Neil Diamond: Play Me Other artists include: John Lennon, Mamas and Papas, Diana Ross, Boyce and Hart, Michael Franks, Andy Williams, Smokey Robinson (Produced Album), Peggy Lee, Kenny Rogers, Jose Feliciano, Glen Campbell, Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown, The Carpenters, Michael McDonald, Herb Alpert. 4 NickyNICKY PERRY Energetic, Versatile Percussionist, Vocalist and Drummer. Nicky Perry certainly adds flair to the stage when performing with Soniiq Trio and 4 Piece. Her dynamic percussion ensures the audience feels the music. As an accomplished percussionist, vocalist and drummer, Nicky has been performing all over the Northern NSW, the Gold Coast and Brisbane for the past 10 years. Nicky is a dedicated musician, teaching special needs children on a regular basis. This allows her to share her love for music in a positive way. She is also a session percussionist, solo artist and corporate band specialist. Festivals / Supports & Appearances Nicky has played to huge crowds at Big Day Out for three consecutive years and Livid for two years. She has played at The Falls Festival, Sydney Festival, Brisbane River Festival, and many gigs at The Woodford Folk Festival over the years including last year. Nicky was a member of the support band for the Jamiroquai National Tour. Playing nine gigs in total at Perth Burwood Dome, Rod Laver Arena (Melb.), Sydney Opera House Forecourt, Sydney Entertainment Centre and Brisbane Entertainment Centre. The average number of audience she played to was 15,00 people per night. 5 GlennGLENN DAWE Accomplished Guitarist & Vocalist Glenn started his passion for Music when he was just 7 years old playing in a local brass band. From this point onwards, he has been actively and successfully involved in all facets of the Music Industry. An accomplished Guitarist, Vocalist, Drummer and Sound Engineer there is nothing this man can’t do! Glenn spent 6 years in the Film Industry recording sound for big budget movies even recording a song for one such production. His love of song writing and recording sparked an entry in the 90’s into a Tamworth Country Music Festival Writing Competition which resulted in a First Place reward. Glenn then went on to form his own duo and has been working throughout Queensland and Northern NSW for many years. Glenn ranks his influences among some of Australia’s finest musician’s; Rick Price, John Farnham and Tommy Emmanuel. He produces and sequences all his own performance tracks and as a valued member of Soniiq, brings a formidable sound to the Four Piece. 6 niiqDuoSONIIQ DUO 7 TrioSONIIQ TRIO SONIIQ FOUR PIECE BAND Four 8 TestimonialsTESTIMONIALS “I would like to convey my thanks to both you and “ I wish we had discovered you sooner. You have Louie for a superb job on Xmas Day particularly absolutely made our Christmas Party one to the interaction /dynamic that you had with the remember and we thank you for your fantastic room. All of our guests were commenting on how music.” much they enjoyed the entertainment” Robert - Director Burmar Plumbing Group Peter Elakis - Food and Beverage Manager Sheraton Mirage Gold Coast “As soon as we saw you live we knew you were the band for our Wedding. Thank you so much for “Thank you so much for making our Wedding truly singing all my requests perfectly. Louie is such a special. You were so professional, easy to deal genius and really set the mood. Together you have with and most importantly fun! Everyone had such made our Wedding Day so memorable.” a great night. We would highly recommend you to Stephen and Karen Hindle - WA anyone.” Tara and Shannon Buck - Wedding Currumbin “Larry Carlton calls this man Sweet Louie 2009 Shelton-the king of West Coast session players with immaculate taste and tone-his parts would “Captivating, First Class, Superb!” remain intact with no post-editing.” Trevor Jones - ADIA May 79 cover issue of GP CorporateRECENT Clients ADIA Australian Drilling Variety Club Industry Association Greenslopes Private Hospital Sheraton Mirage Gold Coast IGA Independent Grocers of Australia QBI Queensland Bus Industry Sofitel Brisbane Mater Health Services Annual Christmas Day Luncheon Boeing Australia Cellarbrations Colorado Group North Lakes Lions Club Jupiters Casino Electrodry Rydges Southbank Probus Downtown Toyota Pacific Premium Funding Burmar Plumbing Group Legacy Queensland Marriott Hotel Gold Coast NAB Annual Melbourne Cup Luncheon 9 It’s My Party ....................................................Lesley Gore Jailhouse Rock ................................................Elvis Johnny Be Goode ............................................Chuck Berry I’m Yours .........................................................Jason Mraz Jump, Jive and Wail ........................................Louie Prima SONG LIST Jump ...............................................................Pointer Sisters Khe Sahn .........................................................Cold Chisel Lady .................................................................Mojo SongsNEW ADDITIONS Leave Your Hat On ...........................................Joe Cocker Like It Like That