At 20 years of age Jimmy Bowskill has already been recognized nationally as a multi award winning artist proving that a young man can indeed play the blues. Bowskill has been blowing audiences away worldwide; from the Ukraine to Japan he’s left them begging for more and doing his country proud! This young Canadian isContinue Reading
Morgan Davis
For nearly four decades Morgan Davis has been on the road travelling across Canada, the United States and Europe. His performances draw from a rich tradition of country and delta blues, as well as his own contemporary songs infused with wit and a large dose of humour. Over the years he has had the privilegeContinue Reading
Braithwaite & Whiteley
With southern Florida roots, Diana Braithwaite was dubbed a “national treasure” by Bluz FM radio host Danny Marks. Toronto born and raised, her ancestors traveled to Canada from Virginia, via the Underground Railroad. A gifted and captivating performer, Braithwaite was chosen by Sarah Mclachlan to open Lilith Fair at the Molson Amphitheatre, before 18,000 people.Continue Reading
Carlos del Junco
Carlos del Junco plays the harmonica like nobody else in the world. Born in Havana, Cuba, del Junco is a pioneer of the 10-hole diatonic harmonica. Throughout his concert and festival performances with his band, you’ll hear an eclectic palette of jazz, blues, swing, Latin, funky New Orleans and the occasional African, hip hop, andContinue Reading
Rick Taylor
Rick Taylor is well known for his high energy live performances, rich, expressive baritone voice, well crafted ballads, and unforgettable “guitarnastics”. Considered to be one of the finest acoustic blues artists going, with a set of vocal chords that would be the envy of any Blues Artist, young or old, Rick Taylor has no problemContinue Reading
David Gogo
David Gogo had a guitar in his hands at the age of four and by the age of sixteen was working steadily as a professional musician. His influences, Howlin’ Wolf and Son House, drew him to the emotional power and raw depth of the blues. Stevie Ray Vaughan befriended the budding talent, and encouraged himContinue Reading
Jack de Keyzer
Jack de Keyzer is a 2 X Juno (Canada’s Grammy) and 7 X Maple Blues award winning artist, blues guitarist, singer, song writer and producer and one of the finest blues guitarists on the scene today. The British born, Canadian resident’s career has spanned over three decades. He performs across Canada and internationally (US, Mexico,Continue Reading
Rita Chiarelli
RITA CHIARELLI is an accomplished entertainer, gifted storyteller, lyricist and master of poetic imagery who quickly develops a rapport with her audience. At first listen it’s her voice – and that three octave range – that garners all the attention! In addition to her JUNO win and four nominations, CHIARELLI has won Maple Blues Awards,Continue Reading
Michael Pickett
With exceptional award winning rack harmonica skills and powerful vocals, MICHAEL PICKETT delivers charismatic, compelling, and passionate performances that are charged with electricity and filled with authenticity, and a unique style. He puts his own spin on obscure tunes of legendary icons such as Robert Johnson, Bukka White, Mississippi John Hurt, Sonny Terry &Brownie McGheeContinue Reading
Fathead
It’s been a long but steady climb since FATHEAD’s debut CD in 1995, and the band has been tearing it up on the North American festival circuit ever since – winning over new fans every time they play – making FATHEAD one of the country’s top roots acts. Signed to the world renowned ELECTRO-FIRECORDS’ imprint,Continue Reading