Sara Curruchich, a Maya Kaqchikel singer-songwriter from Guatemala, blends Kaqchikel and Spanish to create music rooted in cultural resistance and social justice. As the first Maya artist with international acclaim, she advocates for Indigenous and gender rights. With over 150 global concerts, her powerful, ancestral-meets-contemporary sound inspires awareness and collective memory.

Sara Kae is an Ojibwe/Cree performer who started touring northern Ontario with her father. The CBCxSOCAN Foundation Reverie resident and RBC First Up participant, gained attention with her recent single “Do You Think Of Me?”, reaching #1 on the Indigenous Music Countdown and #6 on the CBC Top 20.

A voice like a commanding instrument, unflinching lyricism, and a swaggering live show shaped by years on the road: Skye Wallace has earned a reputation as one of Canada's most compelling artists.

Supalung a firecracker of a four-piece that’s quickly becoming essential listening—and witnessing—for fans of live alt-indie rock with depth, joy and groove. Fronted by the hauntingly earnest vocals and sharp songwriting of Sam Brookes, and co-piloted by multi-instrumentalist and producer Pete Josef, Supalung is not just a band—it’s a moment, a feeling, a sonic hug with the heart of a drum that kicks. On stage the songs burst to life with the craft of some of Bristol's finest musicians Rhydian Evetts on keys, Samuel Fox on Bass & lap steel and Simon Small on drums.

FLUID•e is a universe where chaos and melancholy blend harmoniously, giving way to a unique artistic experience. Sympa César embodies the mad magician, an exploration of multiplicity, who happily imbues magic potions with levity and brightness, even in the darkest moments of everyday life. On stage, the artist takes the audience on an groovy yet emotional journey, fusing fragments of retro music with progressive and modern synth touches and a powerful soul voice. Dive into this constantly evolving ocean of sounds and let yourself be carried away by the magic of Sympa César.

Tara Moneka is a Black Iraqi artist and singer whose music bridges cultures, traditions, and generations. Born in Baghdad and raised in a Sufi family, she draws from Afro-Sufi, Arabic, and Swahili influences to create a sound that blends Jazz, Rock, Funk, Blues, Maqam, and Afrobeat. Singing in multiple languages, Tara celebrates music as a universal language of connection. As the lead of Dijlah, an all-women band named after the Tigris River, she uses her art to amplify women’s voices and cultural dialogue.

In August 2026, Tara will release her debut album BIS, a powerful fusion of her Arabic and African identities—uniting two musical worlds for the first time in one groundbreaking project.

 

Like a maple leaf in a gust above the prairies, Kerrville Newfolk Winner Taylor Abrahamse blissfully glides above the borders of song, gender & genre with his/her deftly crafted, hook-laden hammerclaw pop. Out of love for Taylor's writing, Eddie Kramer (Hendrix, The Beatles, etc), insisted on working together to produce/mix his acclaimed debut album.

The Barrel Boys are a Canadian bluegrass powerhouse featuring rich 3 and 4 part vocal harmonies, flashy instrumental picking, and a fun, down-to-earth stage presence. Their music draws from the deep wells of traditional bluegrass and Appalachian old-time, but what sets them apart is their heartfelt songwriting and storytelling.

The Devin Cuddy Band is a Juno-Nominated, Toronto-based roots-country band, led by pianist and singer-songwriter Devin Cuddy (son of Blue Rodeo’s Jim Cuddy). They are recognized for their unique blend of New Orleans blues and country. A new album is scheduled for release in April 2026.

Formed out of the longstanding friendship between singer/songwriters Mallory Chipman and Freddi MacDougall, The Goddamsels write songs with strong, empowering messages, blended with elements of folk, pop and traditional country, all tied together by their stunning, instinctive harmonies. Their signature sound, which has drawn comparison to acts like The Chicks and Fleetwood Mac, can be heard on their debut album, Wayward Daughter (2022), and subsequent singles. They were nominated for Country Music Alberta's Roots Artist of the Year (2023) and Horizon Duo of the Year (2025). The Goddamsels completed a staggering 60-date tour across Canada, and recently made their international touring debut in Ireland, Scotland, England, and South Korea. The Goddamsels are anticipating the release of their sophomore album in 2026!

Dubbed, “Yukon’s country heroes” by CBC radio, The Lucky Ones have quickly come to be regarded as one of Canada’s finest roots music ensembles. Their music and storytelling invites the audience into the hard-lived lives and rugged landscape of Canada's last frontier – The Yukon Territory. The band’s most recent release, A Nickel for the Fiddler (2024), garnered features in acclaimed media outlets such as No Depression, The Bluegrass Situation, CBC, BBC, as well as consecutive official showcase performances at BreakOut West, Canmore Folk Festival, and recently at UK Americana Music Week in London, UK.

The North Sound blend Indigenous storytelling with modern roots‑folk, creating music shaped by honesty and lived experience. Led by Forrest Eaglespeaker, the band’s album What It Takes deepens their signature mix of vulnerability and grit, exploring healing, identity, and connection. This album rose to #2 on the Canadian Folk Radio Chart and #1 on the Indigenous Music Countdown.

The Sadies have played all over the world where, for the last 30 years, they have astonished audiences with their earthy arsenal of roots music, country, spaghetti western, surf, garage rock, psychedelia, and the slippery beast known as alt rock, all with uncanny precision and passion.

The Unfaithful Servants are a standout West Coast acoustic act acclaimed for explosive instrumentals, rich storytelling, and powerful vocals. Praised for harmonies and musicianship, they’ve earned major festival recognition and a Canadian Folk Music Award nomination. Their new album Fallen Angel is charting nationally and internationally on folk music charts.

Tocani is a multidisciplinary project inspired by pre-Hispanic cultures of the Americas. Anchored in acoustic instruments, Tocani began with the Mexica instruments Huehuetl and Teponaztli, incorporating instruments; the marimba, shakers, ocarinas, electric bass, megaphone. This blend of ancient and modern elements fuels their exploration of sounds, rhythms, and innovative compositions.

Twang plays music rooted in the American folk-tradition. Twang is known for intimate and spontaneous concerts, where they always strive to create a close connection with the audience.

Audiences remember Twang for their phenomenal three- part harmonies , their instrument swaps and their strong and virtuoso improvisational nature.

Two time MCMA Roots Duo/Group of the Year, Two Crows for Comfort, are a touring folk/Americana duo from the prairie wonderland of Manitoba. Playing countless shows from coast to coast, these wandering troubadours live on the road full-time in an 18 foot camper with their pup, Elliot. Known for their comedic yet poignant storytelling and off-the-cuff stage banter, the duo promises a show full of positivity, laughter and even a singalong or two.

They've been seen at festivals across North America including the Winnipeg Folk Festival, Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival in Texas, Black Bear Americana Festival in Connecticut, Blueberry Festival in Alaska and have opened for the likes of Bruce Cockburn, Ani DiFranco, David Amram, and Pokey LaFarge. Amidst their relentless touring schedule they have written and recorded three full length albums, the most recent titled 'Next to Me'.

Hailing from Kelowna, Canada, Under the Rocks has emerged from a city with no other bluegrass acts to become one of Canada’s premier bluegrass bands. Featuring acoustic guitar (Jordan Klassen), fiddle (Chloe Davidson), banjo and mandolin (Chris Baxter), and upright bass (Nils Loewen) the band makes a big sound that tips its cap to tradition while incorporating singer-songwriter music intentionally put together with clever, inventive song arrangements, emotive instrumental breaks and powerful vocal harmony. Their shows commonly feature dancing, laughter, joyful hoots and hollers and serene moments accompanied by tears and tranquil sighs of release or appreciation. They are a heartfelt, talented bluegrass quartet that blends uplifting energy with a reflective reverence for the difficulties of reality that marries joy and sorrow and declares “YES”. Yes to all that it means to be alive on this planet, here and now.

Veranda blends old-country warmth with bluegrass virtuosity. Actress Catherine-Audrey Lachapelle and multi-instrumentalist Léandre Joly-Pelletier have performed over 250 shows across North America and Europe. Their award-nominated album Là-bas was followed by the release of their new self-titled album Veranda on January 16.

A committed musician known on the international stage, Wesli builds bridges between tradition and modernity, between Haiti and the rest of the world. His art is a tool of transmission, a cry from the heart, and a song of freedom. Wesli’s musical journey is as fascinating as it is inspiring: from crafting an instrument out of an oil can strung with nylon to winning a JUNO Award for World Music Album of the Year.