Riverfest Elora in Elora - Aug 16, 2024

Sister Ray

10 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

40 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.

Wild Rivers

1 concert

Platinum-selling trio Wild Rivers, formed by Khalid Yassein, Devan Glover, and Andrew Oliver, are known for introspective lyrics and genre-fluid melodies. Their 2022 album "Sidelines" reached #9 on the U.S. Spotify Debut Album Chart. Their hit "Thinking ‘Bout Love" went Gold in Australia and Platinum in Canada. With over 450 million streams and 4M monthly listeners, they supported The Chicks, embarked on sold-out tours, and were nominated for Breakthrough Group of The Year at the 2023 JUNO Awards.

Corb Lund

18 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.

Mariel Buckley

18 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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