This down to earth musical storyteller, with his dry, barb-witted social commentary combined with a deep underlying compassion, knows that the best stories are the little things in t

Bewitching like moonlight on water- Little Miss Higgins captivates audiences with her original, gutsy, spirited country blues songs. Crystal clear vocals that go on forever and amazing guitar licks

One of Canada's most influential songwriters, Valdy, born Valdemar Horsdal in Ottawa, Canada has been part of the fabric of Canadian pop and folk music for over 34 years. A man with a thousand frie

With their intricate rhythms and tight instrumental harmonies, Everything Fitz offers up a high energy and captivating stage show. Experience a blend of musical styles- everything fr

2006 International Songwriting Competition winner David Myles' second full-length album, "Things Have Changed", is the latest in a long line of musical achievements. 

Barachois former members Louise Arsenault and Helene Bergeron have teamed up with 5 young female musicians who represent the new generation of talent and tradition from the heart of Acadie in the E

Steve Poltz was awarded the title of “San Diego’s Most Influential Artist of the Decade” at the San Diego Music Awards. He is one of the most engaging, twisted, and prolific songw

Her earliest musical influences were sounds of Makem and Clancy, Planxty and Bob Dylan being played by her parents as they drove around the Caribbean island of Trinidad where she lived as a child.

A composer, multi-instrumentalist and music programmer has carved-out a diverse career as a recording artist and session and touring musician. He has played festivals, clubs, camps and concert hall

The possibility of a soul-pleasing multi-harmony hook line draws us in, which almost always means back to the American country scene. "For a duo with a country roots feel, they have a deceptiv

A native of Syracuse, New York, Martin Sexton grew up on the timeless sounds of '70s radio, from Stevie Wonder to Led Zeppelin (who led him toward blues legends like Howlin Wolf and Willie Dixon).

Born in Zimbabwe and now residing in Johannesburg South Africa, multiple award-winning acoustic guitarist Tony Cox has become a veritable icon of the instrument in his own country. And now the guit

In a darkened bedroom, lit only be the amber glow from an old floor model radio, two young brothers aged 6 and 12 lay in their beds, listening to the country music broadcasts from the Grand Ol' Opr

Four Caribbean ex-pats, based in Toronto, Canada, are winning countless fans worldwide with their heart-rollicking reggae-based sound. Layering influences that include a mix of Caribbean ge

Archie Fisher is a legendary figure in the Scottish folk music world -- everybody's favorite singer and an enormously influential presence both musically and philosophically. He has been called eve

Acclaimed musician/producer/songwriter and the man behind Black Hen Music record label, he will dazzle your innermost musical senses!

His production work has become sought-after for

New Brunswick's Matt Andersen has an enigmatic personality that is coupled with a larger than life showmanship that has been earning him a fervent and steadfast audience wherever he

Stacey Earle's first show was on an arena stage in Sydney AUS., playing rhythm guitar in her brother's band, Steve Earle & the Dukes, on "The Hard Way" tour in 1990.

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Mark Stuart went to the finest of Music schools. Mark started his schooling listening and admiring his uncle's guitar playing and his Dads fiddling. Learning and listening to the greats, Chet Atkin

Part soul diva, part folk troubadour, part jazz improviser, part revolutionary, part visual artist, Coco Love Alcorn is a multifaceted gem reflecting back the world as she experiences it. The Vanco

Bruce Guthro is an artist who has captivated audiences around the world with his honest, straight-to-the-heart songwriting, and live performances that are as engaging and personal as the man himsel

It is the smile that is the key for reading the musical universe of Beppe Gambetta. An open and disarming smile that is also the contagious and unresistable smile of a person who inv

Joel Fafard is that rare breed of instrumentalist: the kind whose appeal reaches far beyond the realm of serious guitar enthusiasts. The gifted slide fingerstyle player writes stirring, melodic com

Ryan LeBlanc is a progressive solo instrumentalist from New Brunswick with 20 years of playing experience. With his own original material, Ryan interlaces guitar, djembe, harmonica and banjo to pro

Hot Toddy is one of the east coast's favourite acoustic acts. Comprised of Thom Swift, acoustic guitar, dobro, vocals; Joel Leblanc, lead guitar, harmonica, vocals and Tom Easley acoustic bass and

This acapella and gumboot-dancing troupe from Zimbabwe never fails to wow the crowd.

Black Umfolosi are a multi-discipline performing arts group, based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. They have beco

Call him contemporary folk, blues, roots rock, American Fingerstyle or Americana. Regardless of the genres crossed, Kraig Kenning manages to leave every audience feeling like they've just spent som

Rampaging energy, superb musicianship and breathtaking vocal harmonies combined with a knack for creating highly engrossing story-songs with hints of Celtic, French-Canadian and English influences. Qu

Andy Irvine is an Irish folk musician, singer, and songwriter, and a founding member of the popular band Planxty.

He is an accomplished player of the mandolin, bouzouki, mandola and gui

Gilbert Brown, Michael J. Ronstadt and Ted Ramírez compose the Santa Cruz River Band from Tucson, Arizona – the trio performs in English, Spanish and American Indian languages. They pr

Charlie A’Court has emerged as an emotionally charged and soul moving performer, whose music and the passion in his voice stir up the listeners’ emotions, touching the very core of audi

Rachelle van Zanten's live show is more than just convincing. As both a songwriter and a slide guitar player van Zanten is turning the heads of music industry folk the world over. Van Zanten's char

Tex Emery said the secret to success in his career was always being in the right place at the right time. The 77-year-old Moose Jaw musician chalks up winning the 2007 Western Canadian Music Awards

From a humble Canadian province steeped in country, bluegrass, celtic, and acadian music comes a remarkable sound that has turned on diehard country fans internationally.

From the s

Si Kahn has worked for over 40 years as a civil rights, labor and community organizer and musician in the Southern United States. His songs of family, community, work and freedom such as "Arag

Bobby Cameron is a riveting live performer in tandem with his powerful, original music.

From acoustic to electric, from a whisper to a scream, the guitar in the hands of Bobby Camero

Every once in a great while a visionary artist will create a new, progressive fusion between American blues and another culture's musical traditions. Taj Mahal's Kulanjan, an ambitious project that

From Fredericton, New Brunswick, Matt Carter, Carolyn Holyoke, and Krista Touesnard are Brollachan. When European immigrants began to populate Canada's Maritime lands, they brought with them strong

Ron began his career on the coffeehouse circuit in the early 70’s and, in 1976, composed a song called "Sonny's Dream" that's become a classic performed and recorded by artists all

Reminiscent of Stan Rogers, his musical hero, Carl Bond is well known for the strength and depth of his baritone voice. Carl Bond was born and raised in Canso, and, although he cared deeply for his

Dave Gunning picked up two 2008 East Coast Music Awards for Male Artist of the Year and Folk Recording of the Year for his sixth recording, “House For Sale”. This has solidified his pla

Don Rooke is a Toronto-based guitarist and leader of the nearly instrumental band The Henrys. He performs and records with a wide variety of musicians, and on soundtracks and TV shows. Guitar Playe

Although John’s a Cape Bretoner, he’s been cut from a plaid of a very different colour. Power blues that touch on rock, reggae and roots with a few overtones of pure country – the

Growing up around Chedabucto Bay, Steve Wright is one with the stories, and culture that developed in the fog, wind and waves. He writes songs that are rooted firmly in the culture and heart of mar

Creative forces are at work and if you are doubtful today's cookie cutter music industry has an ounce of reality left; meet Aislin House. Not easily duplicated and impossible to manufacture; five s

Molly Rankin is a Cape Breton raised gal, hailing from the thriving “metropolis” of Hillsdale. With a rich musical background on her side, not surprisingly she picked up the fiddle at a

If you have come in contact with Canadian music at all over the last number of years chances are you have either seen or heard the work of Kevin Fox. Kevin's abilities as an instrumentalist, singer

Rebekah Higgs blazed the folk-electronic scene with a spectacular self-titled debut album. It would be easy to compare her to artists like Feist, but her voice (at once an "old soul" crea

Al Simmons’ one-man, multi-prop, music-filled, off the wall performances have elevated audiences world-wide to collective giggles and all-out guffaws. At once childlike in its simplicity and

Two time East Coast Music Association nominee and two time CBC Rising Star Award winner, Ross Neilsen, eats, breathes and sleeps the blues. Whether electrifying audiences with his power trio or tel

Liam Titcomb’s sophomore album entitled, Can’t Let Go marks a strong return for this critically acclaimed singer, songwriter. It premieres ten new songs and offers fans a complete colle

A captivating and highly entertaining performer with a powerful, versatile voice, Steven Bowers solidified his reputation as a gifted songwriter, singer and producer with the release of his third C

After eight years on the road any touring band worth their salt or sanity takes a good hard look at each other, whatever van they own and the path that lies ahead.

At this point a l

Born on a Cree reservation in Qu'Appelle Valley, Sask., Buffy Sainte-Marie was adopted and raised in Maine and Massachusetts. She received a Ph.D. in Fine Art from the University of Massachusetts.

It all began in Nova Scotia late in 1969. The Henman brothers, David and Ritchie, got together with their cousin Jim Henman and fellow musician Myles Goodwyn to form a band called April Wine, a nam

Gordie Sampson is a musical whirlwind, perpetually creating – a brilliant writer, an innovative producer, and a dynamic performer.

Gordie's musical genius is applauded by audi

Her passion, desire and drive have led her to achieve incredible success in just a short time. Samantha has performed on many prestigious stages and events, standing ovations during a two-week tour

"He's as comfortable with a 6-string in his hands as he is penning story songs in the vein of Steve Goodman and John Prine" - Peter Heckbert, The Daily News

In 2004 John S

There is only one rule at a Jimmy Flynn show – have a good time. And Jimmy is happy to report that everyone at his shows follows that rule.

“If there is one thing people

Well I guess the bands name says a lot. Keith's been digging at the roots of blues and is quickly developing a style ala keith.

Locally, Keith's been recognized as a real talent and

Kyrie Kristmanson is a fresh voice on Canada's independent music scene. Her unique musical style evokes the various Canadian maritime, prairie and urban landscapes she has grown up in. At eighteen,

To categorize Graham Isaacson as a typical singer-songwriter, one would be missing the point.

On his debut, Memories in Shadows, Portland, Maine-based Graham Isaacson sounds like an old

At first glance Martyn Joseph is (just) another gifted singer songwriter. First impressions are there to mislead of course.

Joseph's ambition is broader than entertainment, deeper than c