Jean Nolan

(original text german) The name of his debut album is Born Ready. A title that marks the start for a great career in the music business. A title, that means a lot more to Jean Nolan. For him it means to have done the right thing at the right time.
He began writing songs at 14 in Klagenfurt, Austria where he grew up. Three years ago he decided to make a living out of his biggest hobby. In 2009 Jean was at the right place at the right time when he found producer and Freiaudio Records owner Andi Frei. 'Andi was the first to introduce me to the professional music business and produced my debut album Born Ready', Jean says with gratitude.
In February, 2010, the Austrian Newcomer Award, one of Europes most respected Awards, was given to Jean. The jury was impressed by the package deal - 'Jean is an outstanding songwriter, singer and performer' they wrote in the press release. 'He is an artist with his own product, his own lyrics and his own music. Jean Nolan is unique', says Johannes Habich, a man who made a name for himself by building up brand names and now helps with the career building of Jean Nolan. Jean relesed his debut album Born Ready in June. 'I've written every song on the album' Jean says with pride. His music is special and unique. 'It's a mix of Pop Rock and Country', Jean says,'I like to call it popcorn'. Why popcorn? 'Because popcorn is always a good thing'.

It's been a very productive year for Jean: the Austrian Newcomer Award, a gig in front of 30.000 people at a national hockey game, the release of his album Born Ready and the first single Lottery, which was picked up by the National Lottery Company and promoted nationwide through their website and commercials.
For the rest of the year Jean is touring and connecting with new audiences.
The music business is known to be a tough one, ups and downs are normal. Jean doesn't mind. The singer and musician used to be a professional alpine skier, who never made it into the world cup. 'Unlike now, my timing was horrible. I had the wrong injuries at the wrong time' he tells us . 'The upside is',Jean says, 'I learned to take responsibility for my actions. You learn a lot about life as an athelete.'

Nobody is thinking about setbacks now, because - A new star is born. Right place, right time. Born Ready... - KTZ Journal

(original in german) He has the gift to write songs which transport real emotions. He is a sophisticated observer and a man lead by his instincts. Of course he made up his MIND about making music. Jean Nolan, the songwriter from Austria, is uncompromisingly on his way to inspire a lot of people with his music. His album contains 14 chances to get inspired. Somewhere between Pop, Rock and Country, only commited to his own preferences, his music leaves more than a scent mark, his voice is truly unique. The man is blessed with talent, charisma and a fantastic sense for good music. Check out: Lottery, I Can Hear The Wise Man Say - Oberösterreichische Nachrichten

(original text german) Play Lottery on your iPod or CD player. You can download Jean Nolan's Lottery for free at www.win2day.at. If you donwload Jean's first single from his debut album Born Ready you'll also get the chance to win... - Kronen Zeitung