Biography

REID JAMIESON ~ singer songwriter Vancouver BC

CANADA’S BEST KEPT SECRET: Vancouver's Reid Jamieson shines his light with an incredible voice, therapeutic lyrics, and magical way with melodies. A regular on Vinyl Cafe, and winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest (folk), he has recorded with Cowboy Junkies, Samantha Parton (Be Good Tanyas), Sarah Harmer and various members of Blue Rodeo. Reid can often be found performing as an entertaining duo with his saucy wife and songwriting partner Carolyn Mill. Along with the Lennon win, this creative couple wrote their way into the Vancouver Folk Music Festival by winning 1st prize in the Pickin' a Folk Star Contest. They just released their first album singing together titled Juniper’s Kitchen - it’s a little Johnny & June meets Fleetwood Mac - and all about the songs. Well known for his covers of everyone from Neil Young to Madonna, Reid now presents The Presley Sessions Revisited – a musical love letter to the 50s era greats including songs made popular by Elvis, Roy Orbison and The Platters, including a swingin' new original with the missus. You won’t want to miss what he does next…

Reid's ORIGINAL MUSIC: https://soundcloud.com/reidjamieson/sets/originals

plus a stunning collection of compelling COVERS: https://soundcloud.com/reidjamieson/sets/covers


MEDIA KIT High rez images, press, bio and more here: http://www.reidjamieson.com/bio.htm

PRESS

“I don't know how I missed it, but somewhere between the release of his debut CD, 'Staring Contest' and what could be mistaken for a simple holiday album 'Songs For A Winter's Night,' Reid Jamieson has become the greatest Canadian pop singer" - NoDepression.com

"Neither derivative nor nostalgic...a work of elegant, understated beauty that juggles elements of plaintive folk, rock and countrified pop while enveloping the listener in the atmospheric glow of his soulful vocals."- Paste Magazine (4 to Watch)
“The diversity on offer raises the bar….lovingly crafted, very memorable. Take the plunge and purchase it – these are songs that stay with you and that you’ll want to keep” - FolkRadioUK
“There are 12 tracks on Juniper’s Kitchen. None outstay their welcome. I’ve been worrying about how to end this review without resorting to the clichéd ‘If there were any justice..’ – Eye level with the Stylus UK

"After Reid appeared on the Vinyl Cafe we received tremendous feedback from our audience. He stole the show...He blew me away." Stuart McLean - CBC Vinyl Café

"Jamieson's songs are unabashedly crisp (take that, Bonnie Prince!), drenched in wistful piano/guitar melodies, and centered on his satin whisper." - CNet.com

'Toronto boy kicks Josh Rouse’s **** crooning indie-soul-country classics all of his own making...your life will be better with this music in it.'- Americana UK

"Seemingly limitless potential and a total package that screams mainstream accessibility without losing credibility. Take that, John Mayer." - Glorious Noise Chicago IL

"Prepare to be surprised" - Vancouver Province

'Arresting... dazzling voice' - Toronto Sun

'Lovers of classic quality should acquire without hesitation.' - Comes With A Smile – UK

“Happy to follow you, Reid. You're one of the best singers in the country.” @ThatEricAlper

"Absolutely gorgeous" - Maverick (UK)

"Achingly beautiful songs.... a haunting quality not soon forgotten" - Globe & Mail

'More than just another promising upstart... rootsy, mellow and honey-sweet.' - TorontoLife.com

'In a few short bars Reid stole the show' - Now Magazine


LINKS

VISIT Reid at home: http://www.reidjamieson.com

LISTEN on Soundcloud: http://soundcloud.com/reidjamieson

WATCH on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/reidjamieson

LIKE on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/reidjamieson


VISIT Reid at home: http://www.reidjamieson.com

LISTEN on Soundcloud: http://soundcloud.com/reidjamieson

WATCH on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/reidjamieson

LIKE on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/reidjamieson

FOLLOW on Twitter: http://twitter.com/reidjamieson