ANNIKA is a sought-after Canadian entertainer whose notable talent as a professionally trained pianist distinguishes her from many other vocalists. Inspired by artists such as Elton John and Alicia Keys, ANNIKA combines her love of country songwriting with heartfelt piano playing and melodic vocals.
With over 1 million global streams, she has earned multiple YYC Music Award nominations, and her debut solo single, “I Really Don’t Want To,” secured a spot in CBC Country’s Top 40 chart for five consecutive weeks and Billboard Country’s Top 50 chart for four weeks.
She has graced stages worldwide, including being a Top 11 finalist on Canadian Idol and hosting the Calgary Stampede Grandstand show. Her performance highlights include playing Nashville’s The Bluebird Cafe (2017), New York City’s Birdland Jazz Club (2017), and headlining MTV’s anti-trafficking event, “Freedom For Others” in Bangkok, Thailand (2014).
Name:
Annika
Genre:
Country artist/singer-songwriter
Founded:
2021
# of Albums:
2
Latest Album:
Stand Still: Side B
Latest Single:
“Never on Fire”
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
Stevie Wonder
Favourite musician now:
John Mayer
Guilty pleasure song:
Anything by the Backstreet Boys
Live show ritual:
Deep breaths!
Favourite local musician:
Mariya Stokes
EP or LP?
LP
Early bird or night owl?
Early bird (no choice with 3 kids!)
Road or studio?
Studio
Where can we follow you?
Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Website
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Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
Niko’s!
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
Kensington Road – full of great restaurants, local artisan shops (including an old school candy shop!), and where my favourite restaurant is!
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
Stanley Park – beautiful walking paths and a public pool in the summer that I went to as a kid, and now take my own kids to, which is really fun.
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
The Bella Concert Hall – just went for a site visit this past week and can’t wait to perform in such a beautiful theatre! The acoustics are unlike anywhere else I’ve performed.
What is your favourite music store in your city?
Sloth Records
