Valerie June is a Grammy-nominated artist hailing from Tennessee, known for her diverse talents as a musician, singer, songwriter, poet, illustrator, actor, certified yoga and mindfulness meditation instructor, and author. She’s been hailed by the New York Times as one of America’s “most intriguing, fully formed new talents.”  She has served as a Turnaround artist for the President's Committee for the Arts and Humanities and continues to contribute to The Kennedy Center.

Valerie has released three highly acclaimed and best-selling solo albums. Her breakout album, Pushin' Against a Stone (2013), garnered significant praise and established her unique sound, which combines elements of folk, blues, gospel, soul, country, Appalachian, and bluegrass. Her subsequent albums, The Order of Time (2017) and The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers (2021), further showcased her musical prowess and garnered critical acclaim.

In addition to her albums, Valerie has also written songs for esteemed artists such as Mavis Staples and The Blind Boys of Alabama. Her debut book, Maps for the Modern World, an Amazon #1 Best Seller in poetry, features a collection of lyrical poems and original illustrations that explore themes of community, awareness, and harmony with our surroundings, inspiring readers to fearlessly pursue their dreams. Valerie June's multifaceted artistic journey and dedication to her craft have solidified her position as a highly regarded and influential artist in the contemporary music scene.