By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:07-08:00February 21, 2015|
“After The Rain” is one of my favourite ballads played by John Coltrane…it’s true, tasty perfection! It can be found on the album called, “The Gentle Side of John Coltrane”. The whole album is divine and features greats such as […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:07-08:00February 18, 2015|
Rehearsing for Over The Imaginary Border/Big Sound tonight and things are sounding amazing!!! Strings, giant horn section, killer rhythm section, three percussionists, Sarah Mclachlan School of Music Youth Choir, 6 vocalists, 1 spoken word artist and the kitchen sink!!!! Don’t […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:07-08:00February 15, 2015|
Happy Sunday! Here’s hoping that you are still in a juicy, hazy, post Valentine’s Day “love hangover” and in the mood for one more delightfully buttery tune. “Never Let Me Go” written by Ray Evans and Jay Livingston is an […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:07-08:00February 8, 2015|
Growing up in my family the weekends, especially Saturdays, were reserved for chores and music. It was common to wake up to someone’s music blasting throughout the house, usually it was my Dad playing his records. Our parents definitely impressed […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:07-08:00February 1, 2015|
This week’s Sunday Slow Jam is a fresh take on a Stevie Wonder classic and can be found on pianist Robert Glasper’s last release ‘Black Radio’.
Stevie’s music and message are so potent and meaningful, even 40 years later. How is […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:07-08:00January 29, 2015|
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:07-08:00January 25, 2015|
Patrice Rushen is my hero. She has an outstanding musical mind. This is the title track off of her 2nd album called “Before The Dawn“, which she released when she was 20 years old (um yeah, she’s a […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:08-08:00January 22, 2015|
Dawn Pemberton’s performance of Deeper at her sold out release party in Vancouver!
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:08-08:00January 18, 2015|
I heard this song last week while I was running errands and could not get it out of my head. So, I immediately went home, pressed play and it has been on repeat ever since.
There’s so much to appreciate about […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:08-08:00January 11, 2015|
Sunday is often considered a day of rest, the Sabbath, a moment during the week to reflect on the all that has been done and created and an opportunity to prepare for the week ahead. I like to think that […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:08-08:00December 23, 2014|
Here’s to a soulful and relaxing holiday!
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:08-08:00December 17, 2014|
I am pumped! Here’s some LIVE footage from my sold out ALBUM RELEASE party!!!!! Check it out….featuring my kick-ass band “The Good Almighty”! More videos on my YT channel too 🙂
By Dawn Pemberton|2024-07-12T18:28:12-07:00December 10, 2014|
Dawn Pemberton’s debut album Say Somethin’ is now out in Japan today!
http://p-vine.jp/music/pcd-93854
CD / Vinyl (Canada): http://bit.ly/dawnpemberton
iTunes: http://bit.ly/1IBL4yg
Google Play: […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:08-08:00December 9, 2014|
Here’s a new video where I get to chat a little more about my debut album ‘Say Somethin’, including footage from the sold out album release party in Vancouver last month!!
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:09-08:00November 14, 2014|
Well! What can I say….? Last night at Fortune was amazing, every moment! I can’t believe it actually happened. I am in a bit of a daze and very grateful for the outpouring of love and support. It feeds me, […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:09-08:00November 7, 2014|
I am so excited! These came today!!!! Lookin’ slick with silver foil!
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:09-08:00October 9, 2014|
SAY SOMETHIN’ Album Release Party is on its way! Join me and my all-powerful band for a night of funk and soul you can’t and won’t forget! First 50 tickets sold online get a free autographed CD!
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:09-08:00September 22, 2014|
Thanks to Exclaim for the feature! Almost one month until “Say Somethin'” is officially released. Time is flying by!
By Dawn Pemberton|2015-03-26T20:05:29-07:00September 3, 2014|
This was pretty exciting!!! Thanks to Gilles Peterson for your support!!!
http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/gilles-peterson-bbc-radio-6-music-saturday-30th-august/
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:09-08:00August 30, 2014|
Say Somethin’ out Oct 28 (CA), Nov 3 (UK/EU), Nov 19 (JP)
Pre-order on iTunes http://bit.ly/1vGwSPK
Vinyl & CD Pre-order: http://bit.ly/dawnpemberton
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:09-08:00June 21, 2014|
Okay, so the last few months have been a bit of a blur. I’ve been working on my upcoming album, starting choirs, planning and scheming and rehearsing a ton. I feel like I haven’t seen anyone for ages. Anyways, more […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:09-08:00June 5, 2014|
Look Ma, I’m in the paper! I’m really looking forward to singing with the Island Soul Choir at the Port Theatre in Nanaimo this weekend. It’s so beautiful here and the choir is sounding gooooood!
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:09-08:00March 21, 2014|
Motown Meltdown is March 29th and April 5th! Get your tickets now. A beautiful soulful evening raising funds for an amazing cause! Check out my article in the North Shore news talking about the event and my upcoming album! Page […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:10-08:00January 9, 2014|
This exciting annual event kicks off Black History Month on Saturday, February 1st at 7:30 PM. As well as the regular performers – The Marcus Mosely Chorale, City Soul Choir, The Sojourners, and TriVo – this year’s concert also features […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:10-08:00December 30, 2013|
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:10-08:00December 25, 2013|
Sending you lots of love to you and yours this Christmas. May you feel the warmth of the season the whole year through and may peace, joy, love, and hope surround you now and always.
1000 songs,1000 acts,1000 days. What […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:10-08:00December 15, 2013|
A new take on a Stevie classic… his music and message are so potent and meaningful, even 40 years later. How is it that a man who never experienced the world visually could be such a visionary and capture the […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:10-08:00December 9, 2013|
January 24th, 25th, 26th, 2014
Call the Cellar to book your table now!
3611 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC
(604) 738-1959
Also…catch JESSE CAHILL of The NightCrawlers and I on CBC’s Hot Air with Margaret Gallagher, Saturday January […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:11-08:00December 8, 2013|
‘One can’t contradict gravity’.
When you fall,
you fall.
Diggs Duke, one of my faves. All of his albums are in heavy rotation at my place, in my car, on my strolls….you get the idea.
Diggs Duke – Gravity […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:11-08:00December 5, 2013|
I am so excited! Can’t you tell? Stay tuned for more details!
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:11-08:00December 3, 2013|
It’s official…. I’m starting a choir!
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:11-08:00December 1, 2013|
A classic Bobby Caldwell tune beautifully covered by Jessie Ware.
Jessie Ware – What You Won’t Do For Love
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:11-08:00November 27, 2013|
November 29th, 2013 – BJ Block and Dawn Pemberton
Small Rituals
6pm-8pm
1237 Johnston Rd White Rock, BC
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:11-08:00November 24, 2013|
It’s a glorious day in Vancouver, the sun is shining and the light it casts is perfect, reaching and bittersweet. As we transition from Fall to Winter, its beauty seems wonderfully precious to me. Early morning and late afternoon light […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:11-08:00November 17, 2013|
Take a moment to fall in love….
The first time I heard Laura Mvula, I nearly died. She is a refreshing musical voice. Her album, Sing to the Moon, not only showcases stellar songwriting, stirring vocals and musical performances, […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:11-08:00November 10, 2013|
Yes, it has been awhile…. a long while. Much has happened, a lot of it beautiful, bittersweet, affirming, hard, fun, hilarious, touching… Loved one’s passed away, gorgeous babies were born, music was made, truth was told, heartache, had some surprise […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:12-08:00October 29, 2013|
Since the beginning of Fall I’ve been dreaming, scheming and planning a personal musical project and fine tuning it’s execution. It feels scary, exciting and big all at once. I’m in major […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:12-08:00August 19, 2013|
This summer the City Studios launched an amazing outdoor music project called “Keys to The Streets”! It’s a fun, interactive and engaging project that brings music to the people. The Georgia Straight chose to do a […]
By Dawn Pemberton|2018-11-23T21:30:12-08:00July 26, 2013|
Friends and Fans of the Vancouver Folk Music Festival! Check this out. Beautiful, heartfelt songs crafted from your memories by the talented Veda Hille and performed by Veda, her dynamic band and kicky choir! I was lucky enough […]
