JO HIKK BIOGRAPHY
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Hailing from Calgary Alberta, this well established country rock act has been making an impact in the music scene across Canada. The 3rd release from their 'Ride' album, 'Sweet City Woman' climbed the charts hitting the #21 spot on Mediabase charts across Canada. With 2 CCMA nomination's and a WCMA nomination under their belt, Jo Hikk has earned the right to be called one of Canada's top drawing “live” acts in the club and concert scene.
The band is comprised of brothers Kelly (lead vocals/bass), and Kenny Sitter (guitar/vocals), Al Doell (guitar/drums/vocals), Don Jorgensen (keyboards/mandolin/vocals), and Al Rheaume (drums). Performing shows from Canada to Kandhar, Jo Hikk has shared the stage with some of the music’s biggest names. Known for their great vocal sound, energy and playful antics, Jo Hikk has a proven track record as a real crowd pleaser.
In 2007 Jo Hikk was honored to be nominated for the “Chevy Rising Star Award” at the Canadian Country Music Awards held in Regina. They were chosen to participate in the popular Tom Jackson seminar where they received a great response from fans and from the industry alike.
2008 has been an exciting year for Jo Hikk being nominated for 'New group or Duo' at the Canadian Country Music awards in Winnipeg. Accompanied by an honorable WCMA nomination for 'Outstanding Country Recording' for their 'Ride' album at this year's WCMA awards held in Edmonton. Jo Hikk performed a WCMA showcase at the Oil City Roadhouse on October 18. The band has a great fanbase in Edmonton who have helped Jo Hikk chart 2 'top 10's' and a #1 for their first single, 'Closer'.
Jo Hikk is currently working on writing their next album which they hope to have released by spring of 2009 with top Canadian writers such as Troy Kokel, Julian Austin, Mark Lorenz, A.J. Goodvin and Randy J. Martin.