Diana Cormie

**FINISHED RECORDING, NOW MIXING, NEW ALBUM OUT VERY SOON (AIMING FOR APRIL 2008 NOW)**It is a familiar story, the country girl goes to the big smoke to pursue a career and doesn’t come back. This isn’t the case for Diana Cormie, a passionate singer/songwriter, who has returned to her roots to forge a path as one of the newest rising stars of Australian music.A review by the Half A Cow record label states “Diana has a great voice, full of confidence and emotion and it sounds like she can handle the highs and lows required for ’modern’ country music. You can look forward to an album full of fantastic songs by a very talented new voice in Australian music”.Originally from Coonabarabran, in country NSW, and now based in the Hunter Valley, Diana’s music will take you on a journey through life. You will only have to listen to her music once to be singing along to the catchy melodies. Her debut EP "Crooked Picture", produced by Glen Hannah, was released independently in 2003 and features four tracks. Straight from the heart, you will appreciate its authenticity and originality.In 2006 and 2007, Diana was a finalist in the 2006 Toyota Star Maker Quest held at Tamworth Regional Entertainment Centre (TREC). Most recently she was a finalist in the Bryan Brown Reel Deal Awards (original music category). She was also featured in the Telstra Country Wide Advisory Board Report and invited to open and perform at Wool Expo in Armidale.Although a dedicated songwriter, Diana is currently singing throughout NSW at various restaurants, vineyards, hotels and private functions. To capitalise on the achievements in the Toyota Star Maker Quest, Diana teamed up with the NSW Farmers Association and was invited to perform at major Australian field days, several country agricultural shows and various drought relief farm family gatherings. This opportunity has been a non-traditional vehicle to reach a diverse audience.New album out April 2008 - keep an eye out.