
Coco Jafro is a globe-spanning groove collective based in Vancouver, known for igniting stages with a fearless fusion of … Read more

Christy Vanden is a singer-songwriter and guitarist based out of the Comox Valley. She is known for her solo … Read more

Built on emotion-stirring storytelling and unmistakable vocal harmonies accompanied by a century-old instrument, Burnstick, a JUNO nominated husband and … Read more

With decades of experience in Roma-Swing and related styles, Club Voltaire applies their devotion to the genre to both … Read more

In November 1986, one of Vancouver’s legendary Ska bands was born. The band has a 3 piece horn section … Read more

Turn The 7’ is a melodic rock/jangly alt pop band of experienced musicians that deliver catchy, energizing and insightful … Read more

Ahoy me hearties! Join Madame B as she meets a rowdy group of musical pirates that will have the … Read more

Kitty & The Rooster is a surf rock n’ roll duo from Vancouver featuring Jodie Ponto on the stand-up … Read more

The Unfaithful Servants have gained a reputation in Western Canada as a must-see act. With an original and exciting … Read more

Red Haven began in 2013 on the grapevine of the folk circuit, developing their Freak Folk and Raucous Jazz … Read more

Vancouver based singer-songwriter Leah Barley’s sharp-eyed, chiaroscuro approach to songwriting is on full display on her latest release Awkward … Read more

Jack Garton’s show is a blend of folk and roots, steeped heavily in the rockabilly and doo-wop that were … Read more

A poet at heart, singer-songwriter Élise LeBlanc is inspired by the romance of wild things. Influenced by classic country, … Read more

Current Collective is an 8-piece alternative roots rock band from qathet, British Columbia blending reggae, funk, folk, and rock … Read more

Alec Ross and the Beer League Band are a Country Rock n’ Roll outfit born for the open road. … Read more

Hailing from the occupied territories of the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ nations (Victoria, BC in Canada), Clanna Morna breathes … Read more


Join us on Friday, August 29th, for an intimate show
at the Cranberry Hall
—
Sets by Christy Vanden and Burnstick
Doors @ 6:30pm / Show @ 7pm
Entry by donation

Each year the festival hosts a pre-weekend get together at the Cranberry Hall, “Powell River’s best acoustic music live venue”.
2025 Artists
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