Michelle Nixon

From Goochland, Virginia. Nixon learned to sing in church. Began singing with country bands at age 14. 1989, she and husband Nick formed a country band called Slate River. 2002, formed Michelle Nixon and Drive with mandolin player Vernon Hughes (formerly with the Heights of Grass, Appalachian Drive) and bass player Jim Green (formerly with Bluegrass Etc., Fastest Grass Alive). 2003, released It’s My Turn album (Pinecastle). 2005, released What More Should I Say? album (Pinecastle) with special guest Bill Anderson. 2011, released A Place I Belong (Mountain Fever). (www.bluegrassbios.com)