The Boom Booms call their sound Tropical Rock, and while the list of musical styles they play may be long, they have always been focused on delivering a one-of-a-kind, high energy live show that connects with audiences and not only gets them dancing but gets them in their feels. The Boom Booms are a band… { More }
Andrina Turenne is a Juno Award-winning bilingual singer-songwriter from Manitoba. With a warm, expressive voice that effortlessly blends bluesy R&B, roots rock, and old-time folk, she creates a sound that flows seamlessly across genres, and languages. Over the past two decades, Andrina has toured five continents, contributed to over 50 albums, and composed music for… { More }
Locarno is the Latin project of JUNO Award winning musician, Tom Landa. Like him, the music is equal parts Mexican and Canadian. Tom was born and raised in Mexico City, and moved to Canada in his teens. In the mid nineties he formed the Folk Roots band, The Paperboys, who have been touring world-wide for… { More }
Wen Warn, a singer-songwriter who writes about her world; Perceptions, a Waterin hole, or Friends at the Beach. The Texada Boyz, locals, Ken Soles, Buffalo Saunders, and Maurice Kay, add their many years of band(s) and touring experience. Together after five years, bring a fresh sound to Texada Island through folk, country, pop covers and… { More }
Elastic Band is a student-led ensemble formed in November 2024 by musicians from the Brooks Music Program. The group built a local following in 2025 through performances across the qathet region, including the Brooks Graduation Ceremony, Rockin’ the Beach, Lund Daze, the Texada Blues & Roots Festival, and at the Wildwood Pub alongside Current Collective.… { More }
Pat Buckna has been an active member of the qathet music and arts community since moving to Powell River in 2010. He released an album of original songs Singing My Songs For You in 2023 He recorded and mixed the album at his recording studio on Texada Island. Pat has performed and mc’d the Texada… { More }
The Lonesome Town Painters are a high energy, traditional bluegrass band hailing from Vancouver, British Columbia. These fellas have a look, style and sound that harkens back to the raw and ragged edge of the genre, drawing deeply from the masters of the golden era. Their act features songs from classic artists as well as… { More }
The ReViberators is an instrumental surf rock trio from Vancouver featuring Noah Walker on guitar and Jodie Ponto on drums (aka Kitty & The Rooster) and bass. Since the death of surf legends Dick Dale and The Ventures, The ReViberators answered the call to keep this wild raucous music alive by taking a deep dive… { More }
Hailing from the far-off and far-out village of Cumberland on Vancouver Island, Bu Von Blume are a musical bunch of goof-balls, multi-instrumentalists and flower-power horn-blasting heavyweights. Led by the semi-famous child performer/substitute school teacher Luke English, Bu Von Blume is fully interactive, 100% original, family friendly, silly as heck, audience engaging, funk, disco, ska, cumbia,… { More }
The Dang Package was born of the concept that life moves on for some, while others won’t give up the road. During the great isolation, through chemical and electronic alchemy, they discovered a mutual affection for the unknown, the spectacle of space travel, the anomaly between sound and contentment; and all which eternally bind them.… { More }
Led by Sally Titasey, Betty Supple, and Shayna Jones Oh Pray Tell weaves rich acoustic R&B vibes (& beyond) soaked in soulful three-part harmonies. Folk sound, storytelling & spoken word are laced throughout their sets and layered with pulsing rhythms creating an electrifying & potent atmosphere. With Oh Pray Tell audiences are taken on a… { More }
Jack Garton’s show is a blend of folk and roots, steeped heavily in the rockabilly and doo-wop that were his first musical loves. Jack has performed solo and with many beloved bands and theatre companies throughout North America and Europe, and featured recently in the Firehall Arts Centre’s production of Chelsea Hotel: The Songs Of… { More }
Coco Jafro is a globe-spanning groove collective based in Vancouver, known for igniting stages with a fearless fusion of Moroccan wedding rhythms, Latin soul, 60s funk, and acid jazz. With hypnotic guitar lines, Afro-Latin percussion, vintage keys, and deep-pocket grooves, their sound is both timeless and forward-thinking — rooted in tradition yet made for today’s… { More }
With decades of experience in Roma-Swing and related styles, Club Voltaire applies their devotion to the genre to both traditional repertoire and modern compositions by the likes of Tom Waits and Miles Davis. Stunning instrumentalism and soaring vocals by four of Victoria’s premiere acoustic jazz artists featuring Richard Moody(Violin/Vocals), Adam Dobres(Guitar), Paul Dowd(guitar) & Oliver… { More }
Kitty & The Rooster is a surf rock n’ roll duo from Vancouver featuring Jodie Ponto on the stand-up cocktail drumkit and Noah Walker on electric guitar. They are known for their big sound, laugh out loud lyrics, and ridiculously fun shows. Kitty & The Rooster has toured all across Canada, played a cluck-ton of… { More }
Built on emotion-stirring storytelling and unmistakable vocal harmonies accompanied by a century-old instrument, Burnstick, a JUNO nominated husband and wife Folk duo, are intent on creating affecting music that inspires listeners to feel. The Manitoba based Indigenous duo features Nadia and Jason Burnstick, esteemed independent artists who united over a decade ago to create deeply… { More }
Alec Ross and the Beer League Band are a Country Rock n’ Roll outfit born for the open road. Their music feels like barrelling down a Saskatchewan highway in a ‘88 Chevy 1500—sun setting in the rear-view, memories riding shotgun. Drawing on the roots of Country, Blues, and Americana, they blend original songs about first… { More }
The Unfaithful Servants have gained a reputation in Western Canada as a must-see act. With an original and exciting approach to acoustic music, the group serves up explosive instrumentals, compelling story-telling and high-powered vocals. As Kelly Nakatsuka (Islands Folk Festival, CBC host) describes “The Unfaithful Servants are one of the most exciting bands from Vancouver… { More }
Turn The 7’ is a melodic rock/jangly alt pop band of experienced musicians that deliver catchy, energizing and insightful original songs with an edge. We are excited about what we play, and judging by the response to our performances so far, our audiences are too. Inspired original songs for a great opening act, festival set… { More }
In November 1986, one of Vancouver’s legendary Ska bands was born. The band has a 3 piece horn section and are a high energy Ska, Reggae and Soca dance band SkaBoom! exploded onto the Vancouver Music scene with sold out shows since their first gig on February 8th 1987 at the Town Pump. SkaBoom! was… { More }
Red Haven began in 2013 on the grapevine of the folk circuit, developing their Freak Folk and Raucous Jazz sound, which features a trio of distinct voices that weave and harmonize to shape their live show. The three songwriters are: Jen Charters, lightning-quick saxophone and powerful blues vocals; Nathan Turner, laid-back grooves with soulful roots… { More }
Ahoy me hearties! Join Madame B as she meets a rowdy group of musical pirates that will have the whole family dancing and singing along! This all-star band of bilingual buccaneers features trombone, bass, ukulele, viola, voices and drums. Come walk the plank and enjoy a show full of surprises, dance moves, monsters and sunshine.… { More }
Vancouver based singer-songwriter Leah Barley’s sharp-eyed, chiaroscuro approach to songwriting is on full display on her latest release Awkward & Heartbroken, (out Feb 2025) which showcases her talent for taking listeners on a rollercoaster ride of emotions. She offers stirring original songs that evoke both the jubilation and heartbreak inherent to classic folk and country… { More }
Christy Vanden is a singer-songwriter and guitarist based out of the Comox Valley. She is known for her solo music career and has lent her voice and guitar to many notable artists, groups, and recordings over the years, leading to multiple award nominations in B.C. Her 2024 touring season included playing at the 30th anniversary… { More }
A poet at heart, singer-songwriter Élise LeBlanc is inspired by the romance of wild things. Influenced by classic country, Appalachia, and western swing – her songs explore Queer desire, betrayal, hope, and nature lore. Her gentle twang and rich, expressive vibratto nods to classic crooners Patsy Cline and Peggy Lee. Élise’s 2024 record “The Fiddle… { More }
Hailing from the occupied territories of the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ nations (Victoria, BC in Canada), Clanna Morna breathes life into their unique take on the Celtic Folk genre. Their sound is rooted in the traditional Irish, Scottish and English music that many love, and features carefully crafted arrangements, rhythmic spirited energy and captivating storytelling.… { More }
Cousin Harley is a rocking hillbilly trio and the central touring project of Paul Pigat. Considered to be western Canada’s premier rockabilly and roots bands his Cousin Harley style is deeply rooted in the playing of Les Paul, Charlie Christian and Link Wray with a modern twist to create a style that is exhilarating in… { More }
Saltwater Hank is a Ts’msyen musician from Txałgiiw (aka Hartley Bay) based in Lax Kxeen (Prince Rupert). The melodies are a spoon full of oolichan grease- the perfect dose of musical medicine and sure to leave you wanting more. He connects listeners and the members of his culture by reliving his heritage through the music,… { More }
Joe hails from Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta just a little North of Edmonton. Influenced by roots-music gentry like Leonard Cohen, Patti Smith, Bruce Springsteen, Lucinda Williams and Bob Dylan, Nolan reflects on his vagabond lifestyle that takes him to festivals and venues spread throughout Canada’s peaks and valleys. A typical year will see him playing anywhere from… { More }
The Hatfield Union is a collaboration of long time Powell River artists. Having its share of trials and tribulations, with members coming and going, the band has fought to stay together like the Hatfields & McCoys. Originating on Hatfield Street in Powell River the band was created. The Hatfield Union currently features Gitta May Nielsen,… { More }
Murfitt & Main plumb the depths of country, bluegrass, and western swing, playing home-made songs steeped in the living tradition of roots music. Their original songs possess a clarity rooted in the musical traditions of rural North America, in a contemporary voice. Heartbreak, honky-tonks, whiskey, unions, religion, the Canadian terrain, and the Berlin wall are… { More }
Maddie Storvold is the proverbial black sheep love child of comedian Steven Wright and protest singer Joan Baez. Born on an air force base in Northern Alberta, but raised a nomad, based in the Middle East, she had travelled to over 30 countries by the time she turned 18 and moved back to Canada to… { More }
Ever wonder what it would sound like to mix together jazz, funk, drum & bass, house, and an Australian Indigenous instrument? Well, here’s the answer you never knew you needed. Whatever Four presents upbeat, genre-defying, improvisation-based jams featuring Walter Martella on keys, Sasha Uhlmann on drums, Jacob Krauss on bass, and Karina Inkster on didgeridoo.… { More }
Jeff Plankenhorn’s songwriting, expressive vocals, and musicianship are front and centre on his latest album, Alone At Sea, produced by Colin Linden (Bruce Cockburn, Keb Mo.) New sonic territory is explored on this gem of a long player. The title track, “Alone at Sea,” is a poignant ballad nestled between two of the album’s many up-tempo… { More }
Tambura Rasa is a buoyant cultural cross-pollination that fuses contemporary grooves and traditional rhythms into one energetic musical brand of their own. The act weaves a tapestry of sound and dance from the Balkans, Spain, Turkey, Middle East and beyond. They have become BC’s favorite caravan of vivacious globalistas, filling everything from intimate soft-seat theatre shows… { More }
Schryer & Dobres first connected in Victoria, BC through various collaborative festival and recording projects. Today, making this group a super trio, is Minnesota step dancer Danielle Enblom who performs the old Irish dancing master traditions, along with some flavours of her own Métis and Québécois heritage. This exceptional ensemble performs an eclectic array of… { More }
Since 2008, the punks in Potential Union have been entertaining and energizing audiences, united by their belief in the power of music. After 15 years spent writing, recording, and performing, these boys have honed their music into an unforgettable sound that’ll get your feet stomping, hands clapping, and heads banging. From basements and bars, to… { More }
“Scout Mountain is nestled in Wildwood, true story, west of Powell Lake on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. Our 5-piece band came together in 2009 to do traditional bluegrass music. We use a single mic on stage and love that sound, that feeling and that connection to the early days of bluegrass.” Artist link { More }
Emily Triggs is a bred-in-the-bones roots musician. In her debut album When Guinevere Went Under, the guitarist, singer-songwriter takes you on a journey through influences and experiences that have shaped her folk/roots sound. “I’m pushing the boundaries of what I consider folk – and bringing in influences I’ve had over the years,” she says. Those… { More }
The Kitchen Sink is a local jazz/funk band of 5. “We were formed in Brooks high school 2 years ago and preformed at many venues throughout Powell River, such as the Townsite Jazz Fest and Playing in a movie with Sandra Oh. We are very excited to be apart of the Sunshine Coast Music Fest!”… { More }
Tyler Bartfai is a guitar and vocal driven singer-songwriter from Powell River, B.C. With influences from JJ Cale, Jason Mraz, Bob Dylan, and John Mayer, Tyler writes across a variety of genres. These include folk, blues, pop, and roots. Whether playing solo, duo, or with his full band, Tyler’s live shows have been described as… { More }
Embodying the energy & ferocity of their animal namesake, Hyaenas is a new Indie Rock/Synth Pop band taking the scene by storm. With fun, catchy hooks, their songs are written through a queer feminist lens – exploring meaningful themes from acceptance to vigilance, celebrating a love of nature, self worth, and social justice while drawing… { More }
Talented, energetic, passionate and diverse are just some of the many words that describe The Band Destiny (TBD). TBD is a Toronto based West Indian Crossover band that was formed in 2007. They are the three time winners of the CMEA award for Top Soca Band in Canada. Currently the membersinclude; Stephenson Nanan (Founder/Keyboardist), Curtis… { More }
Introducing Tk, a dynamic Afrosoul/Jazz fusion artist who seamlessly blends the rich melodies of Gospel, RnB, and Afrobeats into a captivating musical experience. Hailing from Nigeria, Tk’s deep connection to rhythm and vocal prowess shines through as he effortlessly sings and plays the drums simultaneously.Influenced by a diverse range of artists, his sound draws inspiration… { More }
CAT MADDEN “is like an opera singer mixed with a Husqvarna chainsaw…” Cat strives to be an ambassador for women in music with songs that “eloquently blur the lines between rock, soul and jazz”. The band has been likened to groups as diverse as Little Feat, Frank Zappa, Heart, Yes and Stevie Nicks. Expect a… { More }
Filling in the industry thigh-gap 5 piece femme powered hip hop group, NADUH, write, engineer, and produce all of their music – meaning they have crafted a sound that’s truly representative of their collective energy – spreading unity consciousness through R&B infused beats that hit every chakra, laced with buttery-smooth vocals and herstorical lyrics. This… { More }
