Don’t let the looks fool you .. Think Barrelhouse Blues. Think Big Mama Thornton.Think it’s time to check out Nicole Robertson, the best Blues to come out of Caledon in years. Nicole brings a fresh, old sound, delivered with bold authenticity.
– Barrelhouse Blues, Uncorked
Nicole’s Story
The beginning
From early childhood Nicole knew music was her future. In addition to piano, she has mastered many instruments which include the guitar, drums, trumpet and fiddle.
Finding her voice
Nicole’s music is raw, honest, always real, as she says, “I don’t go for a trendy approach. What I do is blues!”.
The influences for her music include Memphis Minnie, Blind Willie McTell, as well as Sam Cooke and many others.
Making it happen
Nicole’s engagements include opening for Jack De Keyzer, multiple appearances at the Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival in addition to performing an original (Down by the River) with Larry Kurtz and the Lawbreakers on the Main stage.
She has performed throughout Caledon and Orangeville as well competing in Rising Stars at the CNE, and finished in the top 10 at the Rising Star competition at the Chin Picnic.
Nicole released her 1st CD of 6 original blues songs in June. Many thanks to Erick Bruck and TJ Whitelaw.