Daughter of a Cherokee mother and a Slavic father, born into a family of artists - Naomi Nektare, an Arizona native, wrote her first song at the age of three and hasn’t stopped writing or performing since. Throughout her childhood she sang in her church’s Baptist choir. While still in high school, she was spotted by a talent scout, who chose her out of a national competition and awarded her a scholarship to Alliant International University. Besides performing in her University’s productions, she fine-tuned her skills with vocal lessons from top coaches. Not to mention writing for and signing back-up in several popular San Diego bands. During these years, she wrote voraciously, knowing that she would launch her musical career in L.A. after finishing college. She honed her skills as a songwriter and found her own unique voice, writing over 100 songs by the time she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree. A triple major in Drama, Voice and Dance.
Naomi moved to Hollywood and has been spreading her rock n’ roll roots , ruthlessly pursuing her dream. Her music is a unique style of rock with a juicy undercurrent of blues, funk, soul and psychedelia. Influenced by the music 60’s and 70’s, her music has retro vibe , with a fresh appeal . The truth maiden for the new millennium.
Naomi Nektare is like no other…
Her vocal capabilities are incredible, this petite beauty, belts out a deep soul that rocks you to the core. Naomi’s voice has been likened to that of Janis Joplin, Joan Osborne and Grace Slick. Her strongest influences are the Doors, Stevie Nicks, Lenny Kravitz , Prince, Hendrix and the Chili Peppers. Outrageous and mezmerizing in concert , she captivates every audience, and whips the crowd into a frenzy, with charisma that is undeniable. Naomi Nektare receives top billing at the best clubs in L.A. - including the Whiskey, Dragonfly, Key Club, Hard Rock Café, Viper Room and the House of Blues. Nektare’s concert at the ROXY Theater sold out. She performed to an overflow crowd for the CD release of “Conception” - which she wrote and produced herself. Most recently , NEKTARE rocked, the world famous AVALON , L.A’s most historic venue. Naomi’s music has been licensed for several movies. “I Want U 2 Love Me” has been placed in an upcoming HBO movie and “New Day,” is the title song for an independent film playing in festivals world wide.
Nektare, has received awards for Best New Artist, Best Live Show, Best Song-writing, Best Solo Artist, and Outstanding Psychedelic Band from Rock City News & the L.A. Music Awards. Nektare also won first-place in the “Battle of the Bands,” from R.K.O. Records, showcasing the best from the O.C. and L.A. area. This year Naomi is nominated for “Best Female Vocals,” and “Best Female Front Woman,” from Rock City News. Last year she was chosen to host the L.A. Music Awards, at the Henry Fonda theatre and was selected to be on their panel of judges. This year she won the award for, “CONCERT PERFORMANCE of the YEAR”, from the prestigious HOLLYWOOD FAME AWARDS . Check her out on Flashrock.com - where she introduces and interviews unsigned bands. You can catch her on MTV and V-H1, performing with the Red Hot Chili Peppers in their hit video, “Tell Me Baby.”
She is currently recording her first full-length album. Naomi Nektare is the whole package - sensual and electric - the essence that is Rock Star.
Band Members
Naomi Nektare, Brandon Criswell, Rich Vaccaro, Nick Kraus
Website
nektare.com
