The Call of the Void: Nicole Berke's Journey Across the World

NICOLE BERKE, originally from Boston, MA, is a keyboard player/singer/songwriter currently based in Portland, Oregon. With a unique, soulful sound and lyrics that are powerful and personal, she connects with audiences in an honest and authentic way. Berke’s debut EP FRONDESCENCE was released in 2008 and in September of 2009 Nicole moved to Portland, where she completed her bachelor’s degree in Social Psychology at Portland State University. Berke signed with KeyMedia Group just prior to moving to Portland.  Berke appeared at The University of Wyoming twice in 2011 and was also a featured artist on the main stage at The Bite of Oregon Festival. In February of 2012 Berke started her four month residency as the lead singer for the R&B band, The Soulcasters, in Beijing, China at the Kerry Center Hotel and is anticipating the release of a new full-length album in the fall.