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Naghmeh @ Hotel Wolfe Island Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm Hotel Wolfe Island - Wolfe Island, ON $20 at the door, or PWYC. Accompanied by Vincent Schneider on lead guitar, Naghmeh weaves seamless cultural connections with diverse audiences through the magic of folk music. If the Talking Heads and Alanis Morissette had a love child, and that kid grew up listening to Metallica in Iran, it would probably sound like Naghmeh. Click here for more info

Robert Thomas and the Sessionmen: The Sneak Preview Tour Robert Thomas and the sessionmen have been nominated for a Canadian Folk Music Award and will be heading West to perform at the CFMA's in conjunction with their first Western Canadian Tour - Saskatoon, Edmonton, Calgary and Winnipeg before heading East for shows in Toronto, Ottawa, Chelsea and Atlantic Canada in May. The band is stoked to be hitting new markets and will be previewing songs from their upcoming third al

Just Prince: Ocean Ocean is the Debut English album by Just Prince, while the essence of the album is centred in a spiritual realization/concept, that, everything resides within, the album also reflects on current times and compositionally is bring Indian Folk elements with english lyrics this is a truly unique piece of work and will be out into the world on March 25th 2026 Click here for more info

Graeme Jonez: Ashes "Ashes" is the new single from Toronto-based Anishinaabe roots-rocker Graeme Jonez. Produced by 2024 CMA Ontario Producer of the Year Shawn Moore, “Ashes"" captures the feeling of watching life slip away and burn up in flames. Jonez's gritty, raw songwriting style is on full display here as he sings of small-town blues, ghosts of the past, and life falling apart. Click here for more info

Cameron Nickerson: Weldin’ on a Wheel Atlantic Canadian singer-songwriter Cameron Nickerson has officially released his new contemporary bluegrass album, The Wagon, available today, March 20 2026. Rooted in traditional instrumentation and modern storytelling, the album captures Nickerson’s journeys—both physical and spiritual—with a particular focus on substance use, sobriety, and the quiet strength it takes to keep moving forward. At the centre of the record is the focus t

The Kindie Beat: Virtual Hub for Canadian Children’s Music The Kindie Beat is your source for Canadian Children’s Music! This is a virtual hub of resources created by Matt Robertshaw, intended to support creators working in this genre. Releasing quarterly publications, their latest virtual issue is out now. This publication is filled with articles, music reviews and resources created by musicians for musicians. This issue features contributions by Canadian Children's Music

Niki Kennedy: Revolution Revolution marks the beginning of a new artistic chapter for singer-songwriter Niki Kennedy as the first single off her forthcoming album, The Space In Between. Built on a foundation of layered vocals and organic instrumentation, she returns with a sonic direction shaped by culture and intention to deliver a timely message of collective hope. Written and co-produced by Niki, Revolution weaves roots and soul with Polynesian warmth into a melodic cal

Elizabeth Royall: You See An Angel Release: March 27 Elizabeth Royall has released her new single, “You See An Angel,” an alternative folk track reflecting on the cost of being seen as 'the angel child.' “For most of my life, I’ve had a calm, composed exterior, and people often mistake it for having it all together,” says Royall. “But inside, I’ve often felt a little more messy and uncertain. This song is my way of asking to be seen honestly, beyond the image others have plac

Cécile Doo-Kingué @ Cabaret-Théâtre du Vieux-Saint-Jean Thursday, March 26 Cabaret-Théâtre du Vieux-Saint-Jean Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC "Voix suave, guitare envoûtante, Cécile Doo-Kingué repousse les frontières musicales. Entre blues, soul, chanson et rythmes africains, elle crée une signature sonore unique. Née de parents camerounais, élevée à New York, passée par la France et installée à Montréal, Cécile incarne un métissage musical vibrant. Sur scène, sa voix profonde

Close Kicks: The Place "The Place" was written during a time of reflection. Knowing that being alone, you can still be emotionally anchored, and stay connected to the things that make you feel alive. The song developed as a working demo in Close Kicks' home studio, before taking it to James McKenty’s “In Record Time” studio in Peterborough to record new parts with local musicians, Warren Frank, Cassie Noble and Nathan Truax from Kawartha Lakes. Click here for more info

James LeClaire: Why Won't You Let Me Die This song is close to my heart. My Grandmother Leclaire was one of my favourite people. She was pure love. I would visit her regularly. I would dance with her, sing to her, look at her photo albums and ask all about her life. She called me, “My Jamie”. What a sweetheart. She lived a long and healthy life. She had many obstacles, stresses and challenges, but she persevered. She was a devout Catholic and followed God’s word every

Nicci Rea of Sunshine: Rainbow Weather Rainbow Weather is the joyful debut release by kids entertainer Nicci Rea of Sunshine—a bilingual folk-pop song that celebrates the colours of nature, from the black of the night sky to bright rainbow hues. With a gentle message about finding beauty and joy in every day, the song wraps listeners in a warm, inclusive reminder that our differences shine brightest when we’re together. 🌈 Click here for more info

Tristan Konkle: Peterborough Folk Festival 2026 Emerging Artist of the Year Tristan Konkle is the Peterborough Folk Festival 2026 Emerging Artist of the Year. Following a record number of submissions, we are so excited to announce that Peterborough-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tristan Konkle is our 2026 Emerging Artist Award recipient! Performance sits at the centre of Tristan Konkle’s musical identity, though it has never told the whole story. Raised in Peter

Kristen Martell: Ontario & Quebec Tour Kristen Martell returns to Ontario and Quebec this April for her annual solo regional tour. Known for her signature sound blending folk-pop with soulful Americana, Martell brings a series of intimate performances to the region just as the spring season unfolds. Martell’s music has earned critical acclaim for its evocative lyrics and serene arrangements. Her performances invite listeners into a space of quiet reflection and melodic bea

Maya Killtron: Japan Tour Folk Music Ontario-alum artist Maya Killtron announces a Japan tour in support of her upcoming album "Toronja". Having played across North America and showcased multiple times in Europe, this is Maya's first time touring internationally with her band. Japan has long been a primary market for Maya’s physical merchandise sales, and she looks forward to bringing the live version of those songs to Japanese audiences. Apr 6 - Utero - Fukuoka Apr 7 - Pe

MusicOntario & Music BC present: Building an Independent Record Label from Scratch Panel discussion, Q&A, and Industry Mixer Thursday, March 26, 2026, 4:00pm - 7:30pm Mills Hardware (95 King St. E, Hamilton, ON) PANEL: 4:30PM Independent record labels are often at the pulse of discovery when it comes to new music across the spectrum of genres! In an era of corporate homogenization, tech assimilation, and risk-aversion, we need indie labels more than ever: independent compani

Adrian Sutherland: On Tour Cree musician Adrian Sutherland is coming to Southern Ontario this week, as he takes his trio on tour for the first time! Adrian brings his soulful roots-rock and compelling stories to stages in your region, all the way from Attawapiskat on James Bay. In addition to memorable music, each show will include a special reading from his newly published Penguin Random House Canada book, The Work of Our Hands. Mar 17 – Mills Hardware - Hamilton, ON Mar 1

Kay Francis: My Grandmother’s Grandmother In 1838 the Cherokee people of Alabama were forcibly marched to a reservation in Oklahoma - many died horrifically on the Trail of Tears. However a few married into a white families in order to remain…” Kay Francis’ pays tribute in her latest release giving a voice to her indigenous ancestor in her single “My Grandmother’s Grandmother” Click here for more info

Sleepy Bronco: Time is Not Your Friend Singer-songwriter Sleepy Bronco Announces Release of "Time is Not Your Friend". A new name on the Folk/Roots/Canadiana music scene, Sleepy Bronco emerges with his own unique brand of storytelling amidst the timeless sonic backdrop of strings, harmony, and twang. Part of a larger ten-song project to be released in the near future, this is the first offering for any and all fans of roots, folk, and alt-country goodness. Click here for

Pat Rees: The Fool “The Fool” is the third single off Ontario-based singer-songwriter Pat Rees’ upcoming EP, Little Light. The acoustic folk track weaves reflective storytelling with warm, stripped-back production, exploring lingering love and the lessons of heartbreak and growth. Produced by Shawn Moore, with electric guitar by Stu Weinberg and mastered by Mike Monseur, the song showcases Rees’ intimate, roots-inspired sound. Click here for more info