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Colrain: January Wine Colrain, indie-folk-rock band from Wolfville, Nova Scotia has just released their second single "January Wine" off their first album, coming in Summer 2026. "January Wine" a song reflecting on that one person who got away, released everywhere on January 30th 2026.

Olson: Grounded "Lethbridge, Alberta–based singer/songwriter Olson (Jen Misura) officially released her debut EP, Grounded. Produced by Paul Zacharias of Wheelhouse Sound, the release introduces Olson as a compelling new voice in folk music, delivering songs rooted in emotional honesty, thoughtful storytelling, and quiet resilience. At the heart of the EP is the title track, Grounded; a song that is garnering airplay on independent radio. Through rich melodies and vivid image

A Sea of Gold and Burgundy: Monarch Mosaic A Sea of Gold and Burgundy is proud to announce our release of Monarch Mosaic, a full length record that explores themes of transformation, transcendence and travel, crossing boundaries lyrically and sonically. In the spirit of the migration of the Monarch Butterfly, we recorded the album between Mexico (Nuevo León) and Ontario, with contributors from both Mexico and Canada. The process was a great joy and we are happy to share this

Ian Tamblyn @ Greenbank Folk Music Society w/ Anne Walker Saturday, February 21, 2026 Greenbank Centennial Hall - Greenbank, ON Tickets are $35 and available to reserve by calling 905 985 8351 The Greenbank Folk Music Society is pleased to be presenting singer songwriter, adventurer, story teller, Order of Canada recipient, Juno award winner and playwright Ian Tamblyn in concert. Singer songwriter Anne Walker plays an opening set as part of her album release tour. Click

clay pigeon, Touch Grass & Jack Rabbits @ Live! On Elgin February 6th, 2026 220 Elgin Street, 2nd Floor 8:00pm Doors \\ 8:45pm Show $15+fees in advance or $20 cash at the door Touch Grass: Featuring jazzy rhythms, introspective lyrics, hopeful harmonies, and lots and lots of 7 chords, 'Touch Grass' is not just a sardonic phrase for the chronically online; it’s an invitation to run your hands through the tender blades and feel all this world has to offer, both the joyful and t

Meredith Moon: On Tour Meredith Moon is on a short tour during the first week of February in Ontario and Quebec with her full band. Her show at Hugh's Room Live on February 4th will feature many special guests, including a few Folk Canada members. Feb. 4, 2026 - 7:00 PM Hugh's Room Live - Toronto, ON Feb. 6, 2026 - 8:00 PM La Toscodura - Montréal, QC Feb. 8, 2026 - 8:00 PM Red Bird - Ottawa, ON Click here for more info

The Salt Cellars: Wrong Side of the Tracks The Salt Cellars new swinging single, Wrong Side Of The Tracks, is heading to a platform near you! The Salt Cellars are a Canadian singer-songwriter duo from Maynooth, Ontario. Founded in 2016 by Virginia deCarle (vocals, songwriting) and Rob Bersan (vocals, guitar, songwriting), their music blends Americana, Blues, Folk, Jazz and Pop into heartfelt, story-driven songs that tackle social justice, personal narratives, and emotional t

Suzanne Nuttall: Live Without a Net SUZANNE NUTTALL has released an album called "Live Without A Net" on Bandcamp. A limited-edition numbered CD is also available. The show was recorded at the end of an eight-city tour back in March 2025 in a packed "house concert" setting where you could hear a pin drop. This album is the culmination of years of work adapting and tweaking the arrangements of her original songs to create a dynamic one woman show - live without a net! Music lo

KIDZAC @ The Tranzac KIDZAC is a Family Music Series taking place 2:30-5pm on the second Sunday of the month in the Main Hall of the Tranzac Club, in the heart of Toronto. Co-created and co-hosted by Tiiu Strutt (Land Heart Song) and Pete Demakos (Pete Moss), this series features incredible talent, including Juno-nominated and Canadian Folk Music Award-recognized artists. This is a by-donation event, supported by the Ontario Council of Arts and the Canada Arts Presentation

Kellylee Evans: On Tour Juno Award winner and four-time Juno nominee Kellylee Evans kicks off February with a tour celebrating love in all its forms. A high-octane, chameleon-like performer, Evans captivates audiences with her natural charm and improvisational vocal style, seamlessly blending jazz, soul, pop, and hip-hop. She has toured extensively around the world and has shared the stage with legendary artists including John Legend, Tony Bennett, Willie Nelson, and Erykah B