Paul Costa

Over the last couple of years PAUL COSTA has been described as one of the hottest new names in country music, but in September 2006 he rose to a new level on the Australian country music ladder when he was named the Independent Artist of the Year at the Australian Independent Country Music Awards.The introduction to this prestigious award encapsulates Paul’s rapid rise perfectly.PAUL COSTA has had an extraordinary 12 months. His debut solo album, "Walkin In These Shoes", reaped him a succession of chart hits and awards accolades, and he has toured constantly to major festivals as far afield as Tamworth and the Gympie Muster. He is a great example of success through a combination of talent, hard work and dedication – the 2006 Independent Artist of The Year.”Paul’s ascendancy up the Australian country music ladder kick-started with the release of his 2004 album,"Walkin’ In These Shoes". Produced by the award winning ROD McCORMACK the album captured Paul’s rich and powerful voice on a collection of songs that have provided him with an extraordinary list of awards and accolades.His radio singles "I Think I Like It", "House Of Mirrors", "It’s Good To Be Me" and "What Else Could Go Right", have given Paul a succession of major chart hits, and the fans’ support of his music has been reinforced by industry recognition through an impressive list of awards.Paul was named 2005 ACRA’s (Australian Country Recording Awards) Male Vocalist Of The Year and finalist berths in the Australian Independent CM Awards for Male Vocalist Of The Year, the TAS & NZ Independent Album Of The Year Awards and Musicoz Awards for Country Artist Of The Year.The momentum continued in 2006 with Paul named the TIARA Songwriter Of The Year and taking out the Victorian CM Awards Album Of the Year. He was also recognised as a finalist in the Golden Guitar Awards, the Contemporary Country Song Of The Year at the TSA Songwriters’ Salute Awards Of Australia and the Golden Saddle Awards.Paul went back into the studio mid 2006, continuing the successful partnership with producer ROD McCORMACK , and the result saw the August release of Paul’s second album,"Restoration". This new collection showcases Paul’s exceptional vocals as he breathes new life into some great tracks from legendary Songwriters and Performers, and the reviewers have been unequivocal in their praise.The first single taken from the new album, "The Way You Make Me Feel", sees Paul duet on this powerful love song - written by Bryan Adams - with Sony/BMG artist ALEYCE SIMMONDS, and the acceptance by radio has been immediate and enthusiastic.Hailed a star on the horizon following the release of "Walkin In These Shoes", in 2006 PAUL COSTA’s star is burning with an ever-increasing intensity.“Paul’s skills as a song interpreter are certainly the strength of the album. He brings his own personality to every track, and each song is a joy to listen to.” SUSAN JARVIS– Capital News“I love a warm honest voice full of genuine passion and Paul Costa has that in spades. On Restoration, producer Rod McCormack weaves gentle music around Paul’s vocals, colouring each track perfectly. If you haven’t heard of Paul Costa, do yourself a favour and have a listen.” DEBORAH MINTER – Capital NewsPAUL PERFORMING "A LOVERS QUESTION" ON THE TODAY SHOW, NINE NETWORKCheck out the clip for "A Lover’s Question"!!"A Lovers Question" PAUL COSTA

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