We are excited to release

Dark Season Blues is delighted to present Vanessa Collier at this year's festival. With her charming blend of blues, soul and R&B, she promises to create unforgettable moments in the Arctic darkness, and put a unique touch on this fall's big music festival.

Vanessa Collier kommer til Svalbard form å¨spille på verdens nordligste bluesfestival, Dark Season Blues.
Vanessa Collier (US)

Vanessa Collier (US)

Vanessa Collier is an energetic American singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for her fusion of blues, soul and R&B. Her sixth album, Do It My Own Way, draws inspiration from the classic Memphis soul sound of Stax and Hi Records, with a warm, analog sound that lets the groove and horns shine. Through strong vocal performances and passionate saxophone playing, she conveys raw power and sensitivity in songs that range from funk and gospel to Americana. Collier is a twelve-time nominee and four-time winner of the Blues Music Awards, including Contemporary Blues Female Artist of the Year and B.B. King Entertainer of the Year. She has collaborated with legends such as Joe Louis Walker and Rev. Charles Hodges and has won an international audience with her dynamic style.