Riverfest Elora in Elora - Aug 16, 2024

Josh Ross

26 concerts

Canada-born, Nashville-based country singer Josh Ross broke through with debut EP Complicated, winning the 2025 JUNO for Country Album of the Year. Known for hits “Trouble” and US No.1s “Single Again” and “Hate How You Look,” plus 2026 CCMA nods.

Willi Carlisle

36 concerts

Violent Femmes

11 concerts

Milwaukee, Wisconsin alternative rock/folk-punk band formed in the early ’80s. Their 1983 self-titled debut spawned “Blister in the Sun” and later went platinum. Later albums include Why Do Birds Sing? (1991) and Hotel Last Resort (2019).

Cut Chemist

1 concert

American DJ/producer Cut Chemist (Lucas MacFadden) is a solo turntablist and member of Jurassic 5 and Ozomatli. Known for Brainfreeze and The Audience’s Listening, plus Return of the DJ comps, and collaborations with DJ Shadow.

Chali 2na

2 concerts

Chali 2na (born Charles Stewart, Jr.) is a Chicago-born rapper with a deep baritone voice, best known as the unofficial point man for Jurassic 5. He co-founded Ozomatli and guests on tracks by Linkin Park and Blackalicious.

Mariel Buckley

2 concerts

Mariel Buckley is an Americana singer-songwriter known for a candid, magnetic live show and melancholy, hook-laden songs. Her debut album Driving In The Dark (2018) was followed by the critically acclaimed, genre-defying Everywhere I Used To Be (2022).

Sister Ray

8 concerts

Sister Ray is the project of Edmonton-born songwriter Ella Coyes, raised in Sturgeon County. Influenced by gospel bluegrass, 90s country, and traditional Métis music. Debut album Communion was longlisted for the 2022 Polaris Prize.

Moneen

1 concert

Toronto emo quartet Moneen formed in 1999 after Perfectly Normal dissolved. They released the EP The Smaller Chairs for the 1900s (2000), albums Theory of Harmonial Value (2001) and Are We Really Happy... (2003, first for Vagrant), plus a split EP with Alexisonfire.

River Shook

6 concerts

River Shook is a country artist known for honest lyrics and a sound blending country, indie rock, pop, outlaw country, and rock ’n’ roll. Formerly Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, they’ve played SXSW and supported Willie Nelson, Tyler Childers, and Indigo Girls.

The Creepshow

Canada’s The Creepshow blend punk, country, and psychobilly in a fierce rock ’n’ roll style. Since 2006, they’ve toured globally, earned critical acclaim, and gained millions of fans.

The Free Label

The Free Label, a six-member Toronto, Canada band, blends 70s disco, 90s R&B, and funk into an electrifying, dance-driven experience. Formed at York University, they are known for captivating live performances and extensive international tours. Popular songs include "All Night" and "Crimes of Passion." Their album "Songs for Sienna" earned widespread recognition. They have collaborated with Grammy-nominated artists such as Braxton Cook.

Bully

Indie rock band Bully, led by Alicia Bognanno, features pop hooks with grunge influences. Hailing from Rosemount, MN, Alicia found music via audio engineering. Notable albums are Feels Like & SUGAREGG. Known for candid lyrics & robust guitar, Alicia has evolved Bully into a solo project. Collaborated with artists like Soccer Mommy & The Mountain Goats.

Wild Rivers

Platinum-selling indie trio Wild Rivers blend genre-fluid, introspective songwriting; hit “Thinking ’Bout Love” (Gold AU, Platinum CA), 450M+ streams, JUNO nod; toured w/ The Chicks.

Fleet Foxes

Seattle's Fleet Foxes, known for their lush, harmony-rich indie folk-rock, emerged in the late 2000s. Their albums, including the Grammy-nominated "Helplessness Blues," blend Baroque pop, classic rock, and British folk. Produced by Phil Ek and signed with Sub Pop, their 2017 "Crack-Up" and 2020 "Shore" further elevated their status. Formed by Robin Pecknold and Skyler Skjelset in 2006.

Corb Lund

Rural Albertan singer-songwriter from the Rocky Mountain foothills. Lund blends outlaw country, Western and indie-folk, building his career DIY. Formerly toured with indie-metal band the smalls. Winner of 14 Canadian Country Music Awards; debuted at the Grand Ole Opry in 2022.

Sudan Archives

Sudan Archives is Brittney Parks, a self-taught avant-garde violinist blending R&B, hip-hop and experimental electronic music with hypnotic string loops and West African fiddling. She broke out in 2017 with Come Meh Way and released albums Athena and Natural Brown Prom Queen.

Alex Nicol

Nicolette & The Nobodies

Nicolette Hoang, born in Guelph, leads Nicolette & The Nobodies, inspired by country icons like Glen Campbell. Known for heartfelt songs, her band formed after a karaoke meeting.

Raygun Cowboys

Raygun Cowboys, from Edmonton, blend punk rockabilly with 50s flair, featuring a dynamic horn section. Known for electrifying tours, they’ve released five albums and collaborated with The Real McKenzies and DOA.

Population II

Population II: trio (P.-L. Gratton, T. Lacombe, S. Provençal) mixing heavy psych rock with funk, jazz, early punk energy & metal-leaning minor scales.

Treble Charger

Treble Charger, a Canadian alt pop/rock band from Sault St. Marie, initially named nc-17. Known for hits like "American Psycho," they achieved gold status with Wide Awake Bored. They've toured with Foo Fighters and Smashing Pumpkins.

The Boo Radley Project

Elaquent

Elaquent, a Toronto-based producer, integrates influences from legends like J Dilla and DJ Premier, crafting a unique sound. He's known for his vast projects, remixes, and pioneering Toronto's beat scene.

Habit

Ombiigizi

Peter Piper

Quote the Raven

Newfoundland duo Quote the Raven blend Americana and folk with lush harmonies and storytelling. Known for songs like “Back in Spring,” they’ve worked with top Canadian artists.

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illScarlett

illScarlett, formed in 2001 in Ontario, Canada, is a ska-pop band inspired by Sublime. They broke out with Clearly in Another Fine Mess and EPdemic, later signing a major-label deal and recording with producer Matthew Wilder.

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