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Mariposa Folk Festival with Judy Collins, KT Tunstall, and more

Jul 7, 2023  ·  Tudhope Park, Orillia, ON Tudhope Park, Orillia, ON

Mariposa Folk Festival
Jul 7
Mariposa Folk Festival
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Terra Spencer, a Nova Scotian ex-funeral director, delights with her butterscotch voice and witty stage presence. She’s known for her deft guitar and piano on award-winning albums. Collaborators include David Francey, Ben Caplan, and Matt Andersen.
Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall, famous for 'Eye To The Telescope,' has multiple acclaimed albums and hits like 'Suddenly I See.' Grammy-nominated, she won a Brit Award and has a strong global presence.
Indie trio Wild Rivers, with Khalid Yassein, Devan Glover, and Andrew Oliver, are known for introspective lyrics and fluid melodies. Their song “Thinking ‘Bout Love” went Gold in Australia and Platinum in Canada. They supported The Chicks on tour, garnered over 450 million streams, and were nominated for a 2023 JUNO Award.
Feist, born in Amherst, Nova Scotia, genres blend indie rock, jazz-pop, and folk. Known for hits like "Mushaboom" and "1234." Won multiple Juno Awards, collaborated with Broken Social Scene, Peaches, and on projects like "Sesame Street."
Juno-winning, Grammy-nominated Rufus Wainwright, born in NY, merges pop with opera and cabaret. Known for "Release the Stars," Judy Garland tribute albums, and opera "Prima Donna." Collaborated with legends like Florence Welch.
The Wood Brothers, soulful folk icons, formed by Chris & Oliver Wood after separate careers. Known for hits like 'Ways Not To Lose,' they brought dynamic energy to the genre, earning a Grammy nomination with 'One Drop of Truth.' Recorded at Levon Helm's Woodstock Barn.
Toronto-based Tamara Lindeman, leader of The Weather Station, crafts an evolving blend of folk and rock. Known for albums like 'Ignorance' and 'Loyalty', her style combines pop sensibility with intricate musicality, gaining critical acclaim and a SOCAN nomination. Notable collaborators include Bahamas and Timber Timbre.
Canadian Matt Andersen blends blues-rock, Americana, folk, and gospel in hits like "The Big Bottle of Joy". Known for energetic live shows with his band, and over 26M YouTube views.
Steve Poltz, celebrated for energetic live shows & multiple albums, is a festival favorite & collaborator with artists like Jewel & Billy Strings. Known for impactful performances globally, acclaimed by Rolling Stone & more.
David Francey, born in Ayrshire, Scotland, is a celebrated Canadian folksinger known for authentic storytelling. He has won multiple Juno Awards for albums like Far End of Summer and Skating Rink. Francey's collaborations include working with artists Kieran Kane and Mike Ford. His songs, covered by the Del McCoury Band, highlight themes from travel to social issues.
Born in Canada, Jill Barber is celebrated for her French songs like "Chansons," favored worldwide with over 120M streams. Known for her unique "Je ne sais quoi," she collaborated with Grammy-nominee Drew Jurecka.
Canadian duo Splash'N Boots, featuring Nick Adams and Taes Leavitt, excels in children's music with hits on Treehouse TV and Disney Jr. Known for collaborating with artists like Alice Cooper and The Wiggles, their songs deeply impact children's emotional health.
Born in Seattle, Judy Collins is a versatile folk icon known for her interpretive vocals and her own hits like "Both Sides Now," "Send in the Clowns," and "Amazing Grace." Her rich career features diverse genres, numerous awards, and collaborations with artists like Leonard Cohen and Stephen Stills.
Led by Alberta native Nils Edenloff, the Toronto indie folk-rock trio The Rural Alberta Advantage blends rhythmic intensity with expansive melodies. Their 2011 album "Departing" earned Polaris Prize nods. Known for tracks like "White Lights," they've thrived on Billboard charts and collaborated with producers Gavin Gardiner and Matt Lederman.
Martha Wainwright returns with "Love Will Be Reborn," her emo-driven album produced by Pierre Marchand. Known for raw, deep tracks, she explores themes from dark times to new love.
East coast rockers the Trews, hit scene in 2004 with "Not Ready To Go". They've 20 top ten singles, 6 gold, 1 platinum, opened for the Rolling Stones, Springsteen & more.
Jeremy Dutcher, a Two-Spirit artist from Tobique First Nation, blends community songs with classical, jazz, and pop. His acclaimed album "Wolastoqiyik Lintuwakonawa" won the 2018 Polaris Prize and a JUNO in 2019. He has collaborated with icons like Beverly Glenn Copeland and Yo-Yo Ma, and has performed in top venues and on Canada’s Drag Race.
Clerel, born in Douala, Cameroon, is known for his soulful blend of genres. After moving to the US, he discovered his voice at the Stax Records Museum. Based in Montreal, Clerel released the EP "Songs from Under a Guava Tree" (2019), appeared on La Voix and The Late Show, and toured globally with Noah Reid.

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