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Moira Chicilo: Bred in My Bones Recorded in an afternoon at Blue Door Recording in Regina, Saskatchewan, the live EP, titled "Bred in My Bones”, gives us a glimpse into Moira’s connection to the land and people of the prairies. There’s a casual, melancholic style to her performance, and she is accompanied by David Bushko’s haunting swells on pedal steel guitar. Stripped down, simple and honest, this live collection showcases Moira’s blues, folk and country musical range.

Oh Clementine: Upcoming Album "Oh Clementine sings thoughtful, family-inspired folk—crafted music for kids, cherished by grown-ups! Since her debut album 'One Thousand Mornings' (Feb 2025) landed two major nods — Canadian Folk Music Awards: Children’s Album of the Year and a Western Canadian Music Awards nomination for Children’s Artist of the Year — indie/kindie-folk rising star Oh Clementine has been unstoppable. Highlights: standout CBC performances, a showcase at the CFM

Lisa Richard @ Stan Rogers Folk Festival Award-winning Nova Scotia singer-songwriter Lisa Richard will return to the Stan Rogers Folk Festival this summer, performing on the Main Stage on opening night, July 23. This year’s festival marks the 30th anniversary of the Stan Rogers Folk Festival, with opening night featuring a special tribute to the legendary Canadian songwriter Stan Rogers. Richard joins a lineup of well-known and respected artists to help launch the celebrati

Malia Rogers w/ Mallory Chipman @ Red Bird Friday, Jun 12, 2026 Red Bird - Ottawa, ON Nova Scotia raised, Ottawa based singer-songwriter Malia Rogers has a clear musical mission: be the first person in the room to drop her shield, and in doing so, move others to lower their own. Her introspective, conversational folk offerings carefully balance melancholy and hope, touching audiences with precise lyricism, warm alto vocals, and gentle wit. Having released her debut EP at Red

Come Together: Songs of Unity @ Brampton Folk Club The Brampton Folk Club's Annual Showcase Concert will take place on Saturday, May 23rd starting at 7:30 p.m. in Sanderson Hall, St. Paul's United Church , 30 Main St. South, Brampton. This year's theme is ""Come Together - Songs of Unity"". We've got a terrific line-up of two dozen (!) BFC performers singing and playing songs that connect us. There's a great mix of originals and covers, including lots of sing-a-longs. Advanc

Two Graces @ Few Acres Farm Concerts Saturday, May 23, 2026 w/ Gracie Jet & Grace Alguire Doors 7:00 - Show 7:30 Few Acres Farm Concerts - Russell, ON On Saturday, May 23, Two Graces brings together singer-songwriters Gracie Jet and Grace Alguire for an intimate evening of storytelling and original music at Few Acres Farm Concerts - Russell ON. After meeting at Folk Canada in 2025, the two artists decided to create a show built around connection, honest songwriting, and pow

Cassidy Houston w/ Magic Machine @ Night Oat Friday, May 22, 2026 Night Oat - Ottawa, ON Tickets - $20 Northern Ontario meets the Nations Capital! Ottawa’s own Magic Machine are hitting the stage again, this time in support of touring superstar Cassidy Houston, all the way from Thunder Bay! Don’t miss what is sure to be an incredible evening of harmony and folky goodness at Night Oat! Tickets are limited… only 60 available! Get em while the gettin’s good! Cassidy Houston:

Cameron Nickerson: Album Release Tour After a successful run of shows across the Maritimes, Nova Scotia’s Cameron Nickerson is expanding his "The Wagon" album release tour into Ontario and Quebec this spring. The tour follows the March 20 release of his debut bluegrass record, which has quickly gained traction for its raw honesty and modern take on a traditional sound. TOUR DATES May 16 - Copper Bottom Brewing - Montague, PE May 21 - Cameron House - Toronto, ON May 23 - East

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Mimi O’Bonsawin for a conversation that moves between life on the road and the deeper connections that shape her work as an artist. We get into her relationship to land and gardening, and how that feeds into her creativity and helps her stay grounded while navigating a demanding touring schedule. Mimi also shares what it’s like managing celiac disease on tour, opening up about the realities of food prep, travel, and trying to maintain y

Matthew Holtby: On Tour Matthew Holtby is playing a handful of dates this Spring / Summer in support of his latest acoustic EP. TOUR DATES May 7 - The Aron Theatre - Campbellford, ON May 14 - Flato Academy Theatre - Lindsay, ON May 21 - The Cove Inn - Westport, ON May 31 - The Pilot - Toronto, ON Jun 4 - Brewer’s Pantry - Bowmanville, ON Jun 20 - The Social - Peterborough, ON Jun 27 - The Pilot - Toronto, ON Jul 9 - Musiikki - Kingston, ON Aug 6 - Jimmy Joy’s - Port Sydne