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summersets: Pine Trees in a Perfect Row summersets, the duo of Kalle Mattson and Andrew Sowka, announce their upcoming album, Pine Trees in a Perfect Row, out August 28, 2026. The album was written “to be a (complicated) love letter to Northern Ontario and small town Canadian identity and experience,” explains Mattson. “It's a collection of songs about real Canadian stories, and a character study of a landscape and place that is rarely written about in popular music. Click he

momondays @ Harmony Hall A Concert? A Play? Or A Masterclass for Singer-Songwriters? momondays Monday, August 24 - Harmony Hall - Gormley, ON Apply to Perform in the link above! The next momondays is back at Harmony Hall on August 24. Created by singer-songwriter-storyteller and professional speaker Michel Neray, momondays is where songwriters turn their original music into mini one-person shows — spilling tunes, backstories, and emotional tea right in your lap. And you get

Jeremy Facknitz: Seeking BC House Concerts I'm Jeremy Facknitz, and I'm a professional international touring singer-songwriter you've probably never heard of. I'm also a husband and a dad, so I don't want to "live on the road." My family and I just moved to Fort Langley, British Columbia, and I'm looking for new house concert hosts in the lower mainland, on the islands, etc. (in other words, within 4 or 5 hours of home). But I'm also looking to tour AB, SK, and all of Canada

Frank Evans: Fit For A Dog I'm excited to announce the release of my debut solo album, Fit For A Dog. The record is a collection of original instrumentals and old songs that I've gathered and carried with me over the years. It was a true honor to collaborate with some of bluegrass music's finest musicians on this project, including Mike Bub, Caleb Clauder, Shad Cobb, and many others. Their incredible playing helped bring these songs to life, and I'm thrilled to finally share

Close Kicks: Wanted You To Know “Wanted You To Know” is a reflective folk/Indie singer-songwriter track that captures the tension between mental overwhelm and personal growth. Starting from a place of frustration and emotional triggers, the song evolves into a message of resilience—where pain becomes a catalyst for clarity. Fans of Mt. Joy, The Strumbellas, and Phoebe Bridgers will connect with its raw honesty and introspective tone! Click here for more info

Jennifer Foster: Don’t Walk on the Dead People Toronto singer-songwriter Jennifer Foster is spotlighting “Don’t Walk on the Dead People,” a folk track from her recently released album, Powerline. Inspired by the New Brunswick farm where Foster grew up, the song takes a sideways look at the ephemeral nature of everyday life, beginning with an irreverent shortcut through the neighbouring church graveyard. Powerline, Foster’s fourth album, is a pop-folk collection with a warm ’7

Ema Jean: Primrose Tour Montreal-based songwriter and performer Ema Jean is embarking on a small tour across New Brunswick and Nova Scotia this summer! She'll be sharing songs from across her catalogue in intimate venues and listening rooms throughout the Maritimes. TOUR DATES Friday, June 26 - Maritime Texture - Deer Island, NB Saturday, June 27 - Harmony House - Saint John, NB Sunday, June 28 - La Blue Casa - Moncton, NB Saturday, July 11 - Lazy Bear Brewing - Smith's Cove

Matt Gower: Vacated Shapes Album Release Show CKCU Presents: Matt Gower - Vacated Shapes Album Release Show w/ Libby & Cal Saturday, June 20 - Doors 8:00, Show 9:00 Art House Café - Ottawa, ON $15 online, $20 at the door Vacated Shapes is Matt Gower’s second solo album. The songs on this LP reflect Matt’s Hard Folk aesthetic, with themes such as gender fluidity, anti-fascism, depression, his own shortcomings as a husband & father, murder, imperfection and apathy. Taking e

In this episode, we chat to acclaimed Canadian artist, AHI. We discuss the power of storytelling in folk music and how personal experiences shape the songs we connect with most deeply. We also touch on AHI’s journey as an artist, the role of vulnerability in songwriting, and how he’s learned to channel criticism into creativity and growth throughout his career. Listen to Refolkus: https://refolkus.transistor.fm/subscribe Catch AHI Online: Website: https://ahimusic.com/ Tour

Angela Begin & Bobby Tarian: Spring Tour Angela Begin & Bobby Tarian are playing a string of dates in Ontario in June! Avant-Garde in Ottawa on June 3rd, where they will be joined by Rachella Wred & Liam S Russell. Camp Cataract in Niagara Falls on June 4th alongside Maya Ritchie. The Laughing Buddha in Sudbury on June 5th on their patio. w/ Liam S. Russell & Rachella Wred Wednesday, June 3 - 8 PM Avant-Garde Bar - Ottawa, ON Tickets w/ Maya Ritchie Thursday, June 4 - 7 PM