Jed and the Valentine

BIO/DESCRIPTION

Jed and the Valentine, the musical collaboration born in Edmonton, Alberta through the creative minds of Jonah Morris and Maria Khaner, has become a compelling force in the Canadian music scene, bringing a sun-dappled folk sound to the prairies. Starting as performers in backyard gatherings, their dreams soon became too grand for the confines of the backyard — in just a few short years, the two landed themselves on the stages of major folk festivals across Western Canada. Jed and the Valentine’s unique sound has earned them praise, with the Edmonton Folk Festival remarking that “Their harmonies are haunting and their guitar strumming is gentle; the vibe is full-on fresh lemonade,” and CKUA’s Kate Stevens likening their music to “love letters set to music, each note telling a story of shared laughter”.
Since their inception, Jed and the Valentine have taken a self-managed approach, relying on their irresistible charm and undeniable talent to carve a path in the industry. Their journey has been marked by sold-out performances and a rapidly expanding fanbase, with hundreds of thousands of followers captivated by their music.
In the summer of 2025, Jed and the Valentine made a significant mark in their meteoric rise with the debut of their sophomore album, ‘In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb’, which debuted at #2 on CKUA’s top 30 chart. In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb is transformative – it marks a turning point in the duo’s musical career as they lean into their sound, fleshing out the sun-dappled indie-folk that has carried them to where they are now. As they continue to captivate listeners with their soulful harmonies and genuine storytelling, Jed and the Valentine are undoubtedly a musical duo to watch, with a promising future on the horizon.