Beatrice Deer
Beatrice Deer is an acclaimed "Inuindie" pop artist whose music bridges worlds—cultural, musical, and spiritual. Born in Nunavik, Quebec, to an Inuk mother and Mohawk father, she grew up with music in her home and in her heart.
Now based in Montréal, Beatrice has crafted a sound all her own, blending indie rock, modern folk, and traditional throat singing, and performing in Inuktitut, English, and French.
Her seven studio albums trace a path of artistic evolution and cultural preservation. Her latest, Little Songs, breathes new life into traditional Inuit songs for children, honoring heritage while reaching new generations.
Beatrice's voice has resonated far beyond the North, taking her to stages around the world—from the Venice Biennale to Norway’s Førde Festival and Phoenix’s Heard Museum. Her bandmates, drawn from Montréal’s vibrant scene, have played with the likes of Leif Vollebekk, Stars, and Little Scream.
Her accolades include a Canadian Folk Music Award, an Indigenous Music Award, and a Canadian Screen Award for co-composing the score for Giant Bear. She was named an Apple Ambassador and received the Prism Prize in 2021. Her music has topped charts, and her score for Angakusajaujuq: The Shaman’s Apprentice helped earn the film an Academy Award nomination.
More than a performer, Beatrice is a role model and mental health advocate, using her voice to uplift, heal, and inspire. Her music tells the story of resilience and identity—proof that song can carry both the weight of tradition and the spark of change.
