Jonathan Richman with Tommy Larkins and Winnipeg Folk Festival Concerts

Jonathan Richman, born in Natick, MA, is a versatile singer/songwriter known for evolving from a proto-punk bandleader with the Modern Lovers to an acoustic balladeer. Influenced by the Velvet Underground, his music spans playful tunes like "Ice Cream Man" to poetic multilingual ballads. He collaborated with Ric Ocasek and Jerry Harrison, and appeared in "There's Something About Mary." His well-received albums include "Jonathan Sings," "I'm So Confused," and "Sa," featuring distinct, sincere storytelling across languages and genres.

Winnipeg Folk Festival, originating in Manitoba, Canada in 1974, is a renowned outdoor music festival. It's celebrated for its inclusive community, fostering discovery and collaboration across diverse genres like folk, roots, indie, and Americana. The festival is recognized for its strong volunteer culture and environmental stewardship.