Desirée Dawson is a genre blending, Canadian-American singer-songwriter born and raised in Vancouver and has been compared to artists such as Olivia Dean and Joni Mitchell. Desirée is a breath of fresh air in the music industry, with her powerful yet soothing voice, engaging lyricism and inspiring live performances. Whether an intimate venue performing solo, singing to thousands with her band, leading sound healing workshops or anywhere in between, her versatility allows her to bring her gifts to stages and spaces of any size. Desirée is driven by a passion for collective care, believing that finding ways to love and embrace ourselves goes hand-in-hand with learning how to love, care for, and build with others. When touring locally or internationally her aim is to build community with those she connects with. She is a two-time SXSW music video winner, JUNO Award nominee for Best Adult Contemporary Album of the year and has spent many years playing on CBC radio. She has garnered millions of views and streams for her releases such as, ‘I Am Blessed’ and 'Chop Some Wood'. Dawson’s soulful folk, pop sound builds compassionate worlds that lovingly stay with you, to be a gift to pass on.