Cherelle Jardine

Cherelle Jardine turns lived experience into anthems of hope, connection, and resilience.

From a childhood marked by poverty and trauma, she built her musical foundation by learning to play on a beat-up six-string headed for the trash—complete with a gaffer-taped headstock that never stayed in tune. Undeterred, she left home at sixteen and earned her very first recording sessions by trading janitorial work for studio time. This unstoppable drive launched a multi-decade journey in independent music, fueled by a simple belief: music has the power to heal, connect, and leave the world a little kinder than it found it. Moving effortlessly across folk, roots, and rock, the Richmond, British Columbia-based singer-songwriter sings with a voice that carries both raw vulnerability and profound conviction.

Refusing to be confined by a single genre, Cherelle’s historic career spans 14 independent albums and an ever-evolving collection of creative projects. She moves gracefully through folk, roots, rock, alt-country, Americana, poetic pop, and singer-songwriter traditions, even colouring her newest work with touches of vintage swing and 60s-inspired pop. Whatever the musical landscape, honest storytelling and an open invitation to face hard truths remain at the absolute heart of every piece she creates.

Something Old, Something New, Where cherished memories meet new beginnings.

Her latest solo album, Something Old, Something New, marks a deeply personal new chapter and her first solo release in two decades. Both a homecoming and a bold step forward, the masterfully crafted 10-song collection weaves together powerful new tracks with previously unreleased recordings spanning her career. Rich with themes of love, friendship, social consciousness, and survival, the album features an exceptional cast of Canadian musicians and was co-produced by Sheldon Zaharko, Marc Gladstone, Colin Weinmaster, and Jardine herself.

The genesis of this project is a remarkable story of musical preservation. Cherelle had been considering a new album when she remembered a recording of “Let’s Spend the Night Together,” made decades earlier at BullFrog Recording Studios, still sitting on a raw two-inch tape in her closet. She asked her producer, Sheldon Zaharko, whether it could be recovered and reimagined. Sheldon took the tape to Rob Darch at Hipposonic Studios in Vancouver, where Rob meticulously baked the tape and transferred the vintage tracks. Having that song safely back gave Cherelle the exact creative spark she needed to build Something Old, Something New.

“These songs have all travelled their own path to this moment. My hope is that somewhere along the way, one of them finds its way to your heart.”

— Cherelle Jardine

Expanding her vision into film and video, Cherelle directed, edited, and produced a compelling mini-documentary capturing this exact behind-the-scenes journey, detailing the restoration process and the deep relationships that brought the record to life. This visual storytelling shines across three music videos released for the album: the upbeat and fun energy of "Let’s Spend the Night Together," the award-winning "It’s a Beautiful Day," and her brand-new single, "Love’s Gotta Get Louder"—a striking visual release that beautifully showcases the original art of Pamela Windeyer.

This history extends into the album's title track, originally written by the late Doug Bennett of Doug and the Slugs alongside Marc Gladstone, Chris Murray Driver, and Jay Wittur. Left unrecorded for years, Cherelle brought the song to light—bridging old friendships, a voice dearly missed, and a song finally finding its perfect moment.

The record's message also reaches far beyond the music. Inspired by the single “Love’s Gotta Get Louder,” Cherelle launched a Canada-wide Community Challenge inviting people to share how they amplify kindness, compassion, and community action in their own neighbourhoods. Her profound storytelling has resonated on a global scale, culminating in international recognition at the 2026 ISSA Awards, where she took home Bronze for International Songwriter of the Year and Silver for International Video of the Year for the opening track, “It’s a Beautiful Day.” All three music videos and her other cinematic projects can be found directly on her official YouTube Channel.

Collaborative Projects & Community Work

While her solo career continues to flourish, collaboration anchors Cherelle’s creative life. As one-third of the award-winning trio Stone Poets, alongside Marc Gladstone and Scott Jackson, she crafts music celebrated for its rich harmonies and emotional honesty. The group has released five acclaimed albums, including HUM∀N, a collection exploring empathy and shared humanity that earned them ISSA Awards for International Band of the Year and International Video of the Year for "The Beauty of It All." Her passion for using music as a force for positive change also inspired the formation of the Peacenik Collective, bringing together like-minded musicians to channel the 60s peace movement through original songs rooted in inclusion, compassion, and social awareness.

Away from the spotlight, one of Cherelle’s most meaningful musical projects happens in some of the quietest rooms. Alongside her husband and lifelong musical partner Marc Gladstone, she performs as Hand Over Heart, bringing music into care homes and seniors’ residences throughout British Columbia. Through familiar songs and heartfelt performances, they create moments of joy, comfort, and vital companionship for those who are often the most vulnerable in our communities. It is a beautiful expression of the belief that music is far more than entertainment—it is healing.

Cinematic Storytelling & Cultural Advocacy

Cherelle’s behind-the-scenes creativity extends into larger cinematic storytelling. In addition to her own video productions, she is co-producing the documentary Here for the Healing alongside acclaimed Canadian actress and filmmaker Lynda Boyd, celebrating the inspiring story of Earth, Wind & Choir, an extraordinary community choir she proudly sings with as an alto. She has also expanded her artistic voice into the world of voice acting and is represented by The Characters Talent Agency, one of Canada’s leading talent agencies.

Throughout her career, Cherelle has continually built opportunities for countless other artists. She has served as President of the Pacific Songwriters Association, hosted the acclaimed Make a Scene Canada radio show and podcast, and created the long-running Musical Expressions concert series in partnership with the City of Richmond, earning both a Richmond Arts Award and the Ethel Tibbits Award.

From the emotionally powerful electro-rock project HEAD and the internationally touring mother-daughter band The Jardines to performances during the 2010 Olympic celebrations, songwriting trips to Nashville, and headlining Liverpool’s legendary Cavern Club, Cherelle has continually followed her curiosity. Whether standing before thousands on a festival stage or singing softly to someone in a care home, she approaches every performance with the exact same hope: that every song leaves the world a little kinder than it found it, and every heart a little more connected than before.

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