To fully immerse in the multitudes of Indigenous rising star Nimkish is to honour the past, look ahead to the future, and bask in the resplendent present all at once. The Vancouver-based marvel-in-the-making is fearless in her lyricism, confronting anti-Indigenous racism and colonial violence alongside other hard subjects like anxiety, grief and heartache. To the great tradition of singer-songwriters healing through their music, Nimkish brings a bright-eyed aim to flourish in all she has experienced. Stylistically, Nimkish exists in a realm between Kehlani and King Princess, softly orbiting Sabrina Claudio. Her lyrics give affirmation to past pain while living in the moment. To some it may sound like escapism, to others it may sound like moxie-driven R&B-pop pulsing through the club. What’s certain is her fortitude — she’s an it-girl on a mission.

Welcome to DNA STAGE Where the possibilities are endless
Where we can create anything we want.  Just believe, focus our minds,
One day we will achieve and see all our dreams in reality. 
We can’t stop here, now,
Never give up, give all you got, only 110% and beyond.
Young warriors, we must stay strong, for when the day comes. 
Everyday I prepare, educate, exercise my mind, 
And do my research so that
I know I am aware of who I am, 
And where we come from, and why we are actually here.
Representing, Wiikwemkoong, Unceded First Nation, Turtle Island.


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