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momondays @ Function Bar & Kitchen   Hosted by Michel Neray w/ Blair Packham, Angela Saini, Rodney Whittenberg February 23, 2026 - 6:30-9:30pm Function Bar & Kitchen - Toronto, ON After a strong Philadelphia debut, momondays lands back in Toronto — sharper, bolder, and unapologetically personal. momondays is not a standard songwriter round. It’s three self-contained, one-person shows in a single night. Original songs. Real backstories. No polite distance. Each artist builds a

Isaac Baronikian: Other Way     ‘Other Way' sounds like if Jack Johnson was an emo millennial dealing with difficult friendship and relationship dynamics. Part of a series of releases leading to a full-length record in May 2026.  For fans of: May Erlewine, Noah Derksen, Leif Vollebekk.

Portage @ Brampton Folk Club w/ Celteclectic Presented by Brampton Folk Club Friday, February 27, 2026 - 7:30PM St. Paul’s United Church - Brampton, ON The next Friday Folk Night will be February 27th when we present the Fiddle Supergroup Portage. Portage is a new “super-group” of five fiddlers and accompanists from across Canada, bringing you old and new traditions in a collective musical adventure. These high energy fiddlers are leaders in their stylistic fields, with roots

Jessica Spurrell: The Gentle Hand   Award-winning singer-songwriter Jessica Spurrell has just announced her sophomore EP, The Gentle Hand, which will release March 6th, 2026. The record features three songs, including singles Sandcastles and The Gentle Hand, as well as a brand new track: Mona. The Gentle Hand (EP) displays a distinct blend of through-composed arrangements and singer-songwriter elements. Inspired by composer/songwriters like Judee Sill, Joanna Newsom, and Toro

David James Allen: By Your Side     “By Your Side” is the latest preview of Allen’s forthcoming album Jubilation Potpourri, following “Platform No. 12 (Old Friends),” which was added to Sirius XM’s North Americana and CBC Music’s Canadian Country playlists. Jubilation Potpourri is the follow-up to Allen’s 2023 album By The Summertime, described by The Big Takeover as, “another treasure trove for those who haven’t yet lost the belief that music can inspire a sense of wonder wh

The McDades: Gardener’s Child  Multi-award winning ensemble The McDades return with “Gardener’s Child,” a vibrant new single that showcases the band’s unmistakable blend of Celtic roots, Canadian folk traditions, and deep groove. Built around a playful, repeating bass line and propelled by a light Texas-mambo, the track feels both timeless and unexpected. Following the release of “Peggy-O” last month, “Gardener’s Child” offers another window into the band’s evolving sound: rh

Danah-Lee: The Serenity Prayer   Canadian singer-songwriter Danah-Lee released her new single ""The Serenity Prayer"" on January 30, offering a contemplative folk interpretation of the well-known prayer. Rooted in Christian faith and a deep trust in God, the track was written and recorded during a season when life felt especially uncertain, and the need for clarity and grounding felt urgent. Rather than approaching the prayer as a bold declaration, Danah-Lee treats it as a ge

Brooklyn Doran: Nicorette "Merch Girl Records officially launched this January with the release of Nicorette, a new single from label founder Brooklyn Doran. Known for her tender, queer folk songwriting, Doran takes a bold step into grungier territory on the track, pairing fuzzy guitars with an intimate, emotionally raw vocal performance. Rooted in DIY ethos and community care, Merch Girl Records exists to support artists who don’t fit neatly into industry boxes. The label ch

Mary Kelly, John Sheard, Clela Errington & Doris Mason @ Acoustic Harvest   Acoustic Harvest Presents:  A Special In-The-Round Concert with: Mary Kelly, John Sheard, Clela Errington and Doris Mason Opening Set: Jordan Armstrong, Director at Second City Saturday, February 21, 2026 8pm (doors open 7:30pm) St Paul's United Church - Scarborough, ON TICKETS: $35 Advance Tickets / $40 at the door:  Option: Save the service fee with e-transfer, send an E-transfer for $35 (saving on

Mia Kelly: Big Time Roller Coaster Feeling   Indie-folk artist Mia Kelly announces the release of her forthcoming album, Big Time Roller Coaster Feeling, out May 22, 2026. For her third full-length album, Mia travelled to producer Connor Seidel's (Charlotte Cardin, Half Moon Run, Leif Vollebekk) studio, The Treehouse, in Sainte-Adèle, QC. There, she recorded while snowstorms battered the surrounding landscape, embracing the cozy isolation of the studio, living out of her van