Riverfest Elora in Elora - Aug 16, 2024

Sister Ray

6 concerts

Edmonton-born Ella Coyes, aka Sister Ray, blends gospel, bluegrass, and Métis storytelling in emotional songs. Their debut album *Communion* was Polaris-longlisted and praised for its raw honesty.

Josh Ross

35 concerts

Canadian-born Josh Ross blends country rock with a warm rasp and emotional hooks, scoring Platinum hits like “Trouble.” A CCMA Entertainer of the Year, he’s toured with Nickelback and won a CMA Jeff Walker Global Country Artist Award.

Corb Lund

17 concerts

Hailing from Alberta's Rocky Mountains, Lund is a versatile artist known for his blend of outlaw country, Western, and indie-folk. With roots in a ranching family, he began his music career doing it all himself. Formerly of the indie-metal band the smalls, Lund crafts a unique style in Western music. He's won numerous awards, including 14 Canadian Country Music Awards, and debuted at the Grand Ole Opry in 2022.

Sudan Archives

27 concerts

Sudan Archives, aka Brittney Parks, is a self-taught violinist blending R&B, hip-hop, and West African fiddle styles. Known for hits like “Come Meh Way,” her albums explore Black femininity, race, and personal bonds.

Willi Carlisle

7 concerts

Folksinger Willi Carlisle, known for his philosophical and absurd folk style, embraces love and inclusivity. His album "Winged Victory" continues themes from "Critterland" and "Peculiar, Missouri."

Violent Femmes

9 concerts

The Violent Femmes, formed in early '80s Milwaukee by Gordon Gano, Brian Ritchie, and Victor DeLorenzo, are pioneers of alternative rock known for their jittery, catchy tunes. Discovered by Pretenders' James Honeyman-Scott, their 1983 debut album, featuring hits like "Blister in the Sun," found cult status. They evolved with albums like 1991's "Why Do Birds Sing?" and collaborated with icons like Tom Verlaine. Despite lineup changes and hiatuses, their influence endures, marked by a 2023 deluxe reissue of their debut.

Cut Chemist

1 concert

Cut Chemist (Lucas MacFadden) is a top American DJ/producer known for underground hip-hop, Latin funk, Jurassic 5, Ozomatli, and collaborations with DJ Shadow, Biz Markie, and more.

Chali 2na

2 concerts

Born in Chicago, Chali 2na rose as the face of Jurassic 5 and co-founded Ozomatli. Known for his deep voice and hits from ‘Quality Control’, he has collaborated with Linkin Park, Roots Manuva, and more.

Mariel Buckley

16 concerts

Mariel Buckley, a genuine Americana singer-songwriter, blends melancholic folk with 90s alt-rock influences. Known for sharp vocals and magnetic live shows, she’s acclaimed for albums like *Driving In The Dark* and *Everywhere I Used To Be*.

Population II

1 concert

Population II, a trio from Canada, crafts heavy psychedelic rock with funk, jazz, punk, and metal influences. Known for their skilled improvisation and refinement.

The Free Label

3 concerts

Riverfest Elora in Elora, ON

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Bissell Park

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