Gin & The Cardinals
Gin Wigmore first came to prominence as the unknown 16-year-old Aucklander who won the inaugural International Song Writing Competition in 2004, triumphing over 11,000 songwriters from 77 countries. In a short time she was in Hollywood recording her debut album for Universal Motown Records assisted by respected band The Cardinals, known for their work alongside Ryan Adams.
The two acts soon developed a mutual musical respect, with Cardinals guitarist Neal Casal describing Gin as "unquestionably one of the most exciting new artists to emerge in many years. Her songwriting is at once diverse, intelligent, melodic, and soulful. Her voice is raw and emotional, with phrasing far beyond her years".
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Gin Wigmore and John Grayboff
15 Nov 2009She sang the chorus hook for the record-breaking Smashproof single Brother that was welded to the number 1 spot for 11 weeks in 2009. Her debut album held off releases like the Flight Of The… Audio
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Gin Wigmore
9 Oct 2010New Zealand singer-songwriter who won four awards at the NZ Music Awards, and is about to embark on a national tour. Audio
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Gin Wigmore
12 Nov 2011After walking down railroads in Mississippi and watching 'O Brother Where Art Thou?' several times Gin Wigmore found the flavour for her new album Gravel And Wine. She talks with Nick Atkinson. Audio
Gin Wigmore and The Cardinals at the Powerstation in 2009. Photograph by Max Lemeshenko.
Gin Wigmore and The Cardinals at the Powerstation in 2009. Photograph by Max Lemeshenko.
