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Who We Are...

Ledy Pa Records (pronounced "Ledee Pay") is the creation of Mike & Jim Nickras. Founded in 1993, the purpose of this label has been to release, with some minimal level of professionalism, the recorded creations of the two bands: Nirass and Stü Art.

Though neither performed publicly, both adopted a "live in the studio" approach to recording and performance. All music and lyrics are original. Overall, an adventure in creativity.

In 2005, the label expanded its presence with the release of non-music material.

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Artist
Annie Jenks (Nirass)
Birthday:1978
Playing guitar and performing as vocalist, Annie was one of the primary influences on the creation and sound of Nirass.
Last Updated: April 28, 2016 3:38pm
Community
Eleanor Nickras (contributor)
Birthday:1979
Eleanor has been a member of the Ledy Pa Records community since 2000 and has assisted in the creation of this web site and in album production and design. Most recently, Eleanor has been evaluating the label's releases as a "resident critic." This work is summarized in the Reviews section. Eleanor studied music at Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Massachusetts and music education at the University of Akron.
Last Updated: April 26, 2016 7:49pm
Artist
James Nickras (Nirass, Stü Art)
Birthday:1978
Favorite Music/Bands/Websites: The Kinks
Jim served as percussionist and vocalist in Nirass for the band's only recording: First Album. Then, as a member of Stü Art, Jim assumed the leadership role of vocalist and guitarist, and has gradually become the primary songwriting voice for the band. Jim studied English at the University of Akron and obtained an MLIS from Kent State University. He currently resides in Cleveland, Ohio.
Last Updated: April 28, 2016 2:40pm
Artist
Michael Nickras (Nirass, Stü Art)
Birthday:1977
Favorite Music/Bands/Websites: Ass Ponys, Chills, Hüsker Dü, Mink, Replacements, Thistle
Mike was a keyboardist/vocalist in Nirass and continues to fill a similar role as a member of Stü Art. Beyond the music aspect of both bands, Mike has been the primary architect of the other elements of Ledy Pa Records (album production, web site creation, etc.). Mike completed a bachelor's degree in mathematics at Wright State University. He currently resides in Akron, Ohio (again).
Last Updated: January 6, 2026 5:44pm