Hailing from Bedfordshire, England, growing up on the American roots music of her Anglo-Indian grandmother’s record collection, singer/songwriter Danni Nicholls has been paving her way in UK Americana for over a decade, building a loyal fan base and much critical praise.

With the wind still in her sails from three consecutive Americana Music Association UK award nominations (Album, Artist and Song of the year in 2017, 2018 & 2020 respectively) plus extensive tours and opening slots with the likes of The Secret Sisters, Shakin’ Stevens and Lucinda Williams, Danni, her powerful, arresting voice and her dynamically poetic original songs are ever-gaining presence and reach.

The now Nashville-based Nicholls made her Appleton debut at 2022’s Mile of Music Festival, and is returning to Gibson for her second Writers’ Round, having previously taken the stage with Megan Slankard and Rachael Kilgour in the same format!

DAVID PAUL MARTIN:

David Paul Martin is a Wisconsin singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and audio engineer/producer. With genre-hopping sound and style, Martin pens his songs with a thoughtful honesty and simple poetry. His diverse musical style ranges anywhere from indie-pop and acoustic folk to bluesy rock and funky soul.

KURT GUNN:

A pure songwriter, equally informed and introspective. A talented guitarist and composer, from a climate that compels musicians to devote compassion to their craft. From solo performer to bandleader, with a style alternately whimsical and weighted, Gunn’s range will draw you in and keep you in his crosshairs.