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Ally Nicholas

Ally Nicholas is the kind of artist who reminds you why rock music matters. Born in Chicago and turning to music for comfort during a difficult adolescence, songwriting quickly became the only way to make sense of the world happening around her. Characterized by a seasoned, innate darkness and drawing from subgenres like grunge, indie, shoegaze and metal, Ally soon found hope and direction in pursuing her artistry. Known for her standout vocals and soul-baring lyrics, Ally’s mission is simple – to make even the loneliest voices feel represented in her music, and to present her own evocative take on rock music to the world.