All About Nikki

Calgary native Nikki boasts an eclectic taste in music - from punk and the classics to Canadian indie rock. She's a big fan of MuchMusic, live music and describes herself as fashion-forward and confident. Go watch Nikki's audition tape and then read her Q&A!

Nikki's Audition

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• Why should you be a Much VJ?:
• I have an extensive knowledge of music. I'm an avid viewer. I keep up to date with current music & trends. I'm a personable, outgoing individual with a passion for music!
• Formal education completed:
• High school, college student
• Languages spoken:
• English
• Last job(s) held:
• Real Estate Agent
• Describe your personality and style:
• Fashion forward - my style icons include Sienna Miller & Mischa Barton. I'm funny, artistic and love to entertain.
• What are your strengths?:
• Music - I play piano, guitar and sing. I'm artistic.
• What was the best concert you've ever attended and why?:
• Arcade Fire - they were completely connected with the audience. They went into the crowd and continued their set in the foyer banging on pipes, amazing!
• What are your two favourite CDs, and what's the most recent you've listened to?:
• Death From Above 1979 & Broken Social Scene. Most recently, The New Pornographers.
• Name three books that have influenced you:
• The Alchemist, Siddhartha & my advertising text (cause it shows how the views and minds work).
• What magazines do you read?:
• Spin, US Weekly, People
• What are your goals?:
• To find a career that allows me to continue my passion for music and the arts while allowing me to live comfortably. Doing something that is consistently challenging me and wanting me to learn more.
• What three artists would you most like to interview?:
• Blondie, Joy Division and Karen O from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.
• If you had the opportunity what one question would you ask...
• 50 CENT: How do you feel about being a role model to youth and having them listen to your music?
  AVRIL LAVIGNE: You started out your career as a sort of "angry" teen - do you still feel the same way today?
  THE KILLERS: Where did this beef between you and The Bravery come from?
  COLDPLAY: You've been called the next U2, how do you feel about being compared to them?
• What social issues interest you?:
• The future of our world's water supply. The USA's conflicts with other countries. Future trade relations, environmental issues. How would Canada cope if it were faced with a large disaster?
• Who, in your opinion, are the most influential artists in music history?:
• Elvis Presley - the maker of rock 'n roll, The Ramones - the first punk band, Blondie, Annie Lennox and Joy Division.
• What does MuchMusic mean to you?:
• It represents what today's young Canadians share an interest in - it's Canada's greatest outlet for artistic expression.
• What are your favourite shows on Much?:
• The New Music, The Wedge, Going Coastal, and Video on Trial (I love the comedians on there!).