Heather Nikole Harper

Heather Nikole Harper is an award-winning East Texas singer, songwriter, musician, and recording artist whose passion for music began singing in church as a child. Inspired by her mother and a family rooted in music, Heather discovered her love for performing on stage at age 10.

After years of performing and working professionally as a model and photographer, Heather turned her passion for music into a full-time career in 2016. She has since performed more than 1,000 live shows, including for audiences of over 3,000 people. In 2018, she formed her full band and continues to perform as a solo acoustic artist, with her full band, and as one-half of award-winning duo Drifted Harmony.

Blending southern rock, blues, country, pop, folk, and Americana, Heather delivers heartfelt originals, fun crowd-favorite covers, and high-energy live performances. A 2022 Josie Music Award Female Artist of the Year winner and 2025 Song of the Year winner with Drifted Harmony, Heather continues creating music, connecting with audiences, and championing the East Texas music community.

Hometown Harmonies: A chat with singer/songwriter Heather Nikole Harper (3/9/2026)