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Canada Peaches, born Merrill Nisker, is a Canadian electroclash musician and producer known for her avant-garde electronica, explicit lyrics, and challenging performances that explore themes of gender identity and sexuality. Her influential work has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated global fanbase, making her a compelling figure for brand collaborations seeking to connect with diverse and progressive audiences.
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Justin Bieber collaborated with Palms to launch a limited edition line of pre-rolls named 'Peaches', inspired by his hit song. A portion of the proceeds supports Veterans Walk and Talk.
Peaches announced a creative partnership with Hankook Tire, highlighting her history of collaborating with influential companies including Nike, BMW, and Esquire in music, art, style, publishing, and sport.
Peaches delivered a lecture at the Red Bull Music Academy in Madrid in 2011, reflecting on her career, performance art, and the challenges faced by women in the music industry.
Merrill Nisker, known professionally as Peaches, was born on November 11, 1966, in Toronto, Ontario. Her early musical endeavors included a folk trio called Mermaid Cafe in the early 1990s. In 1995, she released her first solo album, “Fancypants Hoodlum,” under her birth name. That same year, she co-founded the rock band The Shit with Chilly Gonzales, where she adopted the stage name Peaches. This period marked a transition towards her distinctive style, characterized by highly sexual and provocative rock music. Before gaining widespread recognition, Nisker worked as a teacher for ten years, where she developed creative programs for children, mirroring her own self-taught musical journey.
Her career gained significant momentum after she moved to Berlin, Germany, and signed with the independent label Kitty-Yo. In 2000, she released “The Teaches of Peaches,” which featured her signature song “Fuck the Pain Away.” This album led to extensive touring, including opening for major acts like Marilyn Manson and Queens of the Stone Age. Despite being dropped by Sony after her video for “Set It Off” was deemed too racy, her work continued to resonate, leading to a re-release of “The Teaches of Peaches” in 2002 through XL Recordings. Her albums “Fatherfucker” (2003) and “Impeach My Bush” (2006) further cemented her reputation for pushing boundaries, earning her nominations for “Outstanding Music Artist” at the GLAAD Media Awards. Her songs have been featured in numerous films and television shows, including “Lost in Translation” and “South Park,” highlighting her impact on pop culture.
Peaches has continuously evolved her artistry, releasing “I Feel Cream” in 2009, featuring collaborations with artists like Simian Mobile Disco and Soulwax. In 2010, she won the ‘Electronic Artist of the Year’ award at the 10th Annual Independent Music Awards. Her multidisciplinary work extends to film, including the semi-biographical musical/concert film “Peaches Does Herself” (2012) and appearances in “Ivory Tower” (2010). Her sixth studio album, “Rub,” was released in 2015, followed by supporting roles and stage performances such as co-directing and performing in Kurt Weill’s/Bertolt Brecht’s “Die sieben Todsünden” in 2019. Documentaries like “Teaches of Peaches” and “Peaches Goes Bananas” (both 2024) chronicle her trailblazing career, which continues with an upcoming seventh studio album and features on new musical projects in 2025.
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