With a voice equal parts grit, smoke and confection, Nicole Edwards has garnered a reputation as the Yukon’s premiere folk-rock-jazz-blues diva. Originally from South River, Ontario based in Mt Lorne, Yukon since 1997, Nicole blazed her musical trail as an independent, unplugged songstress. In a career that has taken her to barrooms and ballrooms, Nicole has shared the stage with the Sam Roberts Band, Ken Whiteley, Bif Naked, John Mays, Scott Merritt and Brandon Isaak. She’s been a featured artist at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, Hugh’s Room in Toronto, and the Dawson City Music Festival. Nicole also earned a West Coast Music Award nomination for her work and an invitation to perform at the event’s televised gala celebration. Despite the fact that Nicole has been forced to live with scleroderma (an auto-immune connective tissue disease) she continues her musical path undaunted with a renewed and unexpected focus towards her songwriting and a deep appreciation of the joy and healing music has always produced in her life. What people are saying: "Nicole Edwards' tremendous talents are a must hear. Whether singing jazz or blues, she's a powerhouse. Smooth, soulful and sultry, Nicole's voice packs in a ton of emotion and it'll leave you wanting more!" Vince Vitacco CHRY, Toronto “a fabulous singing voice. High and soft when she speaks, her voice becomes throaty, huge, expressive and honest when she sings.”. Barry “Jack” Jenkins, What’s Up Yukon “Singer-songwriter Nicole Edwards has the most amazing voice. Her voice, songs, amazing spirit, and her ability to connect with her audience inspire me. I think the whole world would benefit from listening and dancing to her tunes.” Bev Gray, Yukon North of Ordinary magazine “Nicole delivers a spirited show with energy, rhythm and joy.” Duncan Sinclair, president Jazz Yukon "Attending a Nicole Edwards show is like walking into a passionately kept tropical garden. Everywhere you turn, there's another wonderful discovery" Grant Simpson, musician, President of MusicYukon. “Nicole Edwards has a wonderful, warm voice that has the clarity of good Northern air and sparkles with soul.” Ken Whiteley, musician “Edwards’ complex voice ranges from fiery grit to sweet warm honey and her lyrics will move your soul, inspire, and make you giggle.” Leslie Ross, KHNS, Alaska