Formed in 1982, the first incarnation of Nicholas Tremulis was described as “Punk Jazz”, drawing on early punk music, as well as James Brown funk and the harmolodic jazz movement of Ornette Coleman. A single was released on Disturbing Records in 1983 produced by Craig Williams.
By 1985 the band had morphed into a large modern funk/soul unit and was signed by Chris Blackwell to Island Records, releasing 2 records in the late 80’s, “Nicholas Tremulis”, produced with Craig Williams and “More Than The Truth”, with guest artists Maceo Parker (James Brown) and Bonnie Raitt, produced by Rob Fraboni. (Stones, Dylan, The Band)
After leaving Island in 1989, the new stripped down, loud rock version of the band released an EP “King Of The Hill” in 1994 on Monsterdisc and full-length version “Bloody Show” in 1995 on Black Vinyl Records.
In 2000, Nicholas Tremulis Band released “In Search Of Woodfoot”on QRS records. A folk rock oriented record featuring a duet with Rick Danko (The Band). The album was recorded by Rick Barnes and Derek Brand, as well as 2 cuts by Rob Fraboni.
From the years 2000 to 2004, the Nicholas Tremulis Orchestra, along with WXRT, The Metro, and Jam Productions hosted a charity concert for Neon Street for Homeless Youth entitled “The Waltz”. The annual concert was inspired by “The Band’s” filmed farewell concert “The Last Waltz” and features NTO as backing band to guest artists from across the American musical landscape.
In 2004, NTO released “Napoleon” on Texas Music Group. A mostly live/ambient recording with long time collaborator/producer Rob Fraboni.
Their current project, entitled “NTO 52/REASONS”, is a yearlong journey in which NTO will release 52 downloadable songs (1 per week) for an entire year. NTO is partnering with “Reel To Reel Records” out of New York. Info is available on this site as well as an immediate link to the “52 Reasons” site for listening and purchase.
For more information, visit their website: http://www.nicholastremulis.com
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