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Loch Nisse Monster: Forensis (Solved) The original album Forensis was the investigation of a crime scene as a metaphor for a breakup. Forensis (Solved) is the aftermath - the evidence has been examined, the case is closed, and you're left with the memories. One studio track, one demo, and exclusive live recordings. Click here to learn more

Scott Cook: Troubadourly Yours West Virginia-born, Edmonton-based folksinger Scott Cook is releasing his eighth full-length album, Troubadourly Yours, on August 21. Cook worked with co-producer Miles Wilkinson (Guy Clark, Emmylou Harris, Anne Murray) at CJSR Radio in Edmonton and a cast of musical friends from around the world, including John Showman (Lonesome Ace Stringband) in Toronto, Warren Hood (Lyle Lovett) in Austin, and Pete Denahy (Slim Dusty) in Australia. The colle

Chris McKhool: Animal Samba ANIMAL SAMBA is an irresistible new family video from acclaimed Canadian children's musician Chris McKhool that gets kids moving, singing, and discovering the natural world through music. From his upcoming album Global Dance Party! (Nov 6/26), Animal Samba blends infectious samba-inspired rhythms with hand percussion, playful animal movements, and uplifting lyrics. The song invites listeners to clap flamenco rhythms, prowl like cats, soar with rave

Niki Kennedy: Gardenias Aotearoa-born and Toronto-based singer-songwriter Niki Kennedy releases her heartfelt tribute to her late grandma, Gardenias, in the final single ahead of her forthcoming album, The Space In Between (October 2, 2026). One of Niki’s most personal songs yet, Gardenias reflects the vulnerability and journey of grief, the joy of memory, and the beauty of whānau. It sets the tone for an album that explores themes of home, identity, and belonging through cu

Cameron Nickerson: Coffee & Sleeping Pills Nova Scotia's Cameron Nickerson announces a new official music video for his recent bluegrass single “Coffee and Sleeping Pills”, shot by Shawn Bourque of Greenlight Studios in Yarmouth, NS. The single is a no-nonsense bluegrass burner that is brought to life by Nickerson's experiences working countless day jobs to support his music career. Click here for the video

VANCAMP: House Parties in the Avenues Merch Girl Records Announces VANCAMP’s New EP, House Parties in the Avenues Merch Girl Records is proud to announce House Parties in the Avenues, the new EP from Peterborough-based indie pop-rock band VANCAMP. Written by frontman Calvin Bakelaar in the years following university and during the uncertainty of the pandemic, the record reflects the disorientation of small-town life in your twenties. Across the collection, VANCAMP explores st

The Salt Cellars @ Motel Chelsea Friday, August 28, 2026 - 8:00 pm Motel Chelsea - Chelsea, QC The Salt Cellars are coming to Motel Chelsea on August 28th, bringing their smooth blend of original music best described as caught "somewhere between a porch at golden hour and a late-night blues club". Joining Virginia deCarle & Rob Bersan is special guest Mike Britton on the trombone & bass. We'd love to see you there! Click here for more info

THIS PROGRAM IS NOW FULL, AND APPLICATIONS FOR THE READI PROGRAM ARE NOW CLOSED Folk Canada is pleased to announce the second edition of the Ready & Emerging Artist Development Incubator (READI) Program, presented in partnership with Reseau Sparc Network, taking place at the 2026 Folk Canada Conference in Hamilton. The READI Program is for artists of all ages and genres to gather for an intensive day of training, peer sharing, mentorship, and community building before the

In this episode, we chat with Fiona Black, the Artistic Director of Vancouver Folk Music Festival. Listen to Refolkus: https://refolkus.transistor.fm/subscribe Fiona shares insights into booking international artists, creating meaningful collaborations and workshops, and what makes the Vancouver Folk Music Festival such a unique experience for artists and audiences. We also explore how festivals have evolved post-pandemic and the role of community in creating memorable liv

Secondhand Dreamcar: Take Your Mind Off It, Baby Edmonton nine-piece Secondhand Dreamcar has released "Take Your Mind Off It, Baby," a feel-good new single that captures the electricity of the JUNO-nominated group's celebrated live shows and serves as the lead track from their upcoming sophomore album, Get Ready, due out September 2026. Bursting with soulful vocals, driving rhythms, vibrant horn arrangements, and joyful energy, the single offers an irresistible rock 'n' roll