My Friend Christopher & The Dad Influences: Holey Socks
My Friend Christopher keeps sending his songs out into the world with love and hope, starting in his own neighbourhood in Hamilton, Canada and reaching across oceans and airwaves to children…
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Oct 6 2023
Steph La Rochelle: Wildflower Release Show
Steph La Rochelle: Wildflower Release Show
Join Steph La Rochelle for an evening of songs as she celebrates her debut EP, Wildflower, on The Cameron House stage!
WILDFLOWER RELEASE SHOW
Steph La Rochelle feat. Kolton Stewart & Alexandra Sullivan
Sunday…
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Oct 5 2023
Adrian Sutherland: Notawe
Adrian Sutherland: Notawe
Adrian Sutherland is looking forward to showcasing at Folk Music Ontario in October, and for performing in-person his brand new single Notawe (Father) -- one of two all-Cree songs on his second solo album (album to be…
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Oct 4 2023
ReFolkUs Episode 20: Estelle Klein Lifetime Achievement Interview w/ Erin Benjamin
ReFolkUs is back with a special pre-conference drop, where we will be releasing four episodes prior to the Folk Music Ontario Conference being held in London, Ontario on October 12th-15th.
In this week’s episode, we…
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Oct 4 2023
Silva Musica: Our Home
Silva Musica: Our Home
Silva Musica is a new collaboration of Richard Joudrey and Jodi Timgren. Richard has been involved in the music industry since 1979.
He was the bass player for the bands Blue Peter and Rational Youth in…
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Oct 3 2023
Michael Darcy & The Atlantic Tramps: On Tour
Michael Darcy & The Atlantic Tramps: On Tour
Irish-born, Canadian-based folk band Michael Darcy & The Atlantic Tramps will make their return to the US in early October with shows planned in the Detroit & Chicago areas. Michael, who hails…
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Oct 3 2023
Sarah Siddiqui: Member Feature
Sarah Siddiqui is a Toronto-based independent singer/songwriter and producer. Her style encompasses alt-folk & soul. She's known to branch out however into world, and pop music. With 14 official releases spanning from 2000 to present day, this seasoned…
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Oct 2 2023
Hugh's Room Live: Upcoming Shows
Hugh's Room Live: Upcoming Shows
Hugh's Room has been a staple in Toronto's music scene, serving as a haven for both artists and audiences since its inception. After temporarily being without a permanent home and presenting in other venues, -…
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Sep 28 2023
Sultans of String: Walking Through the Fire
Sultans of String: Walking Through the Fire
Award-winning First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists perform with 3x JUNO Award nominees Sultans of String in "Walking Through the Fire", a musical multimedia experience unlike any other. From Métis fiddling to an…
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Sep 28 2023
Jeremy Voltz: Running Away
September 29th marks the release of Jeremy's sophomore album, "Running Away", his follow up to "Weekender" which was named Album of the Year at the 2022 Ontario Folk Music Awards!
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Sep 27 2023
Episode 19: Estelle Klein Community Builder Interview w/ Treasa Levasseur
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Estelle Klein Community Builder Interview w/ Treasa Levasseur
ReFolkUs is back with a special pre-conference drop, where we will be releasing four episodes prior to the Folk Music Ontario…
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Sep 26 2023
Folk Music Ontario Announces Erin Benjamin and Treasa Levasseur as the 2023 Estelle Klein Award Recipients
Folk Music Ontario is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Estelle Klein Award.
The Estelle Klein Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to Erin Benjamin and the inaugural Estelle Klein Community Builder Award will be presented to Treasa…
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Sep 25 2023
Sandra Bouza: Sit by The Fire
Sandra Bouza: Sit by The Fire
Toronto musician Sandra Bouza draws from the southern rock well on her new single ‘Sit By The Fire' out now on all digital streaming platforms. The 4th single from her new album, A Sound…
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Sep 25 2023
Rebekah Hawker: Ticket
Rebekah Hawker: Ticket
Release: September 29
Rebekah Hawker is excited to share her new single “Ticket” out September 29th and will be celebrating its release with two shows, in Barrie and Toronto.
Hawker’s latest single “Ticket” is a classic midtempo…
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Sep 20 2023
ReFolkUs Episode 18: Pitch Craft w/ Valerie Denn
ReFolkUs: Presented by Folk Music Ontario
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LISTEN NOW: ReFolkUs Episode 18: Pitch Craft w/ Valerie Denn
ReFolkUs is back with a special pre-conference drop, where we will be releasing four episodes prior to…
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Sep 20 2023
Freightliner: County Fair Queen
Freightliner: County Fair Queen
Freightliner, the americana rock and roll trio are heading to the local county fair this fall in their latest single. This new song “County Fair Queen” proclaims their love of the small-town county fair and the…
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Sep 19 2023
Brampton Folk Club: Friday Folk Night Concert Series
Brampton Folk Club: Friday Folk Night Concert Series
September 29, 2023 - May 25, 2024
The Brampton Folk Club is pleased to announce this year’s Friday Folk Night Concert Series, starting September 29th with the fiddle and step dancing group…
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Sep 17 2023
Weave and Spin: Musical Threads from Cambridge To Newfoundland
Weave and Spin: Musical Threads from Cambridge To Newfoundland
Livestreamed Concert - September 19
I am very excited to be traveling to beautiful St. John's for a concert in Bannerman's Brewery with Newfoundland folk royalty Matthew Byrne, Jean Hewson, Christina…
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Sep 5 2023
Steve Raiken: Live Radio Show
Steve Raiken: Live Radio Show
Tune in: September 7, 7:00PM EST
I will be performing live and interviewed on Canoe FM radio, 100.9, in Haliburton, Ontario, on Thursday, September 7, 2023 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The radio show is…
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Sep 1 2023
Sarah Segal-Lazar: Valleys
Sarah Segal-Lazar: Valleys
The Femme Fatale of Folk is back with her new album VALLEYS. Produced by Matthew Barber, the album is a soulful Americana tapestry of life's highs and lows. With nods to nostalgic country and riffs that will…
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Aug 31 2023
Braden Lam & Mia Kelly: On Tour
Braden Lam & Mia Kelly: On Tour
Halifax-based Indie-Folk artist, Braden Lam teams up with Bilingual Folk/blues singer-songwriter, Mia Kelly (Gatineau, QC) for their first West Coast Tour! Taking their brand new collaborative single "Smoking Gun" on the road, Braden…
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Aug 28 2023
Stan Simon w/ Monet & Christian
Stan Simon w/ Monet & Christian
Saturday, Sept.2 2023
The Dakota Tavern, Toronto
Check out FMO Member Stan Simon LIVE at the Dakota Tavern on September 2nd, 2023!
Doors at 6:30pm
Music at 7pm
Advance Tickets - $7 (+HST and…
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Aug 23 2023
Tara Shannon: How To Thrive (Not Just Survive) In The Music Business
Tara Shannon: How To Thrive (Not Just Survive) In The Music Business
Music Industry Veteran And Award-Winning Singer Songwriter Tara Shannon Launches Book To Empower Independent Artists!
Tara Shannon wears many hats and has achieved more success than most independent…
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Aug 21 2023
Magic Machine w/ Almyr Jules: Sept 2, Ottawa
Magic Machine w/ Almyr Jules
Saturday, Sept.2, 2023
Irene’s Pub - Ottawa
RISING FROM THE ASHES after a strange few years indoors, The Magic Machine returns to the stage for a wild night of acoustic harmonious antics!
Surprisingly hummable, temptingly…
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Aug 18 2023
Coraline James: In the River
Coraline James: In the River
Coraline James' debut EP "In The River" combines classical and world influences with a pop sensibility. The EP was produced by Juno award winner Michael Wojewoda and includes contributions from Sammy Duke, Tom Moffet, Drew…