Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Behind the scenes youtu.be/VIdnpaqPI-g
Written by Curtis Hudson & Lisa Stevens-Crowder
This video 'Holiday | Madonna| Live Studio Performance by Sing it Live' is produced by Darren Mullan in his Basement Studio, South Australia.
Sing It Live strive to present our very best live version of your favourite classic songs.
"Holiday" is a song recorded by American singer Madonna for her 1983 self-titled debut album. Written by Curtis Hudson and Lisa Stevens-Crowder of the group Pure Energy, the track was produced by John "Jellybean" Benitez. Originally intended for Pure Energy, the demo was rejected by their label and later offered to other artists before Benitez brought it to Madonna, who was seeking an additional song for her album. Recording took place at Sigma Sound Studios in New York City, with minor modifications to the original demo, including a piano solo by Fred Zarr.
Released by Sire Records on September 7, 1983, as the album’s third single, "Holiday" was first issued as a double A-side with "Lucky Star" before being promoted on its own. It is a dance pop and post-disco track built around upbeat instrumentation including guitars, electronic claps, cowbell, and synthesized strings. Its lyrics celebrate the universal desire to take a break from everyday life. The single received positive reviews from critics, who singled out its uplifting energy and catchiness. Commercially, it marked her breakthrough in the United States, reaching number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Dance Club Songs chart. It also became a top-ten hit in several countries and charted multiple times in the United Kingdom, peaking in the top five during its 1985 and 1991 re-releases.
Vocals: Nikki Heuskes @NikkiKosmiderHeuskes
Backing vocals: Akasha Starr @akashastarr
Guitars: Tzan Niko @tzanniko4470 & Crafty @CraftyMusicMan
Drums: Mario Marino
Bass: Damien Steele Scott @bassgoose
Keyboards and vocals: Darren Mullan @producernerd
Connect with Nikki
YouTube: youtube.com/c/NikkiKosmiderHeuskes
Facebook: facebook.com/nikkikosmiderheuskes
Instagram: instagram.com/nikki.kosmider.heuskes
Mario plays a Yamaha Maple Custom series drum kit using @sEElectronicsofficial microphones.
Tzan plays a Fender Stratocaster through a Line 6 Helix
Crafty plays a Fender Telecaster through a TC Electronic JIMS 45 amp FX pedal.
Damien plays his Bass through a Gallien Kruger amp and cabinet
We record using Allen & Heath DX168 & SQ5 into Apple Logic music software.
We sing through sE Electronics 25th edition gold V7 microphones.
Watch our 🕺🏽LIVE CONCERTS🤩 on-demand at www.SingitLive.world
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Behind the scenes youtu.be/VIdnpaqPI-g
Written by Curtis Hudson & Lisa Stevens-Crowder
This video 'Holiday | Madonna| Live Studio Performance by Sing it Live' is produced by Darren Mullan in his Basement Studio, South Australia.
Sing It Live strive to present our very best live version of your favourite classic songs.
"Holiday" is a song recorded by American singer Madonna for her 1983 self-titled debut album. Written by Curtis Hudson and Lisa Stevens-Crowder of the group Pure Energy, the track was produced by John "Jellybean" Benitez. Originally intended for Pure Energy, the demo was rejected by their label and later offered to other artists before Benitez brought it to Madonna, who was seeking an additional song for her album. Recording took place at Sigma Sound Studios in New York City, with minor modifications to the original demo, including a piano solo by Fred Zarr.
Released by Sire Records on September 7, 1983, as the album’s third single, "Holiday" was first issued as a double A-side with "Lucky Star" before being promoted on its own. It is a dance pop and post-disco track built around upbeat instrumentation including guitars, electronic claps, cowbell, and synthesized strings. Its lyrics celebrate the universal desire to take a break from everyday life. The single received positive reviews from critics, who singled out its uplifting energy and catchiness. Commercially, it marked her breakthrough in the United States, reaching number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Dance Club Songs chart. It also became a top-ten hit in several countries and charted multiple times in the United Kingdom, peaking in the top five during its 1985 and 1991 re-releases.
Vocals: Nikki Heuskes @NikkiKosmiderHeuskes
Backing vocals: Akasha Starr @akashastarr
Guitars: Tzan Niko @tzanniko4470 & Crafty @CraftyMusicMan
Drums: Mario Marino
Bass: Damien Steele Scott @bassgoose
Keyboards and vocals: Darren Mullan @producernerd
Connect with Nikki
YouTube: youtube.com/c/NikkiKosmiderHeuskes
Facebook: facebook.com/nikkikosmiderheuskes
Instagram: instagram.com/nikki.kosmider.heuskes
Mario plays a Yamaha Maple Custom series drum kit using @sEElectronicsofficial microphones.
Tzan plays a Fender Stratocaster through a Line 6 Helix
Crafty plays a Fender Telecaster through a TC Electronic JIMS 45 amp FX pedal.
Damien plays his Bass through a Gallien Kruger amp and cabinet
We record using Allen & Heath DX168 & SQ5 into Apple Logic music software.
We sing through sE Electronics 25th edition gold V7 microphones.
Watch our 🕺🏽LIVE CONCERTS🤩 on-demand at www.SingitLive.world
Stream Sing It Live on your favourite digital music platform!
Support us at patreon.com/producernerd
Donate paypal.me/singitlive
Follow us on social media:
💟Website: www.SingitLive.world
💟Instagram: instagram.com/singitlive_world
💟Facebook: facebook.com/singitliveworld
Thank you for watching this video, click the "SUBSCRIBE" button to stay connected with this channel.
#livemusic #homestudio #shotoniphone #bestcoversband #absolutelylive #yamahadrums #musicstudio #seelectronics #madonna
