Mariposa Folk Festival Orillia Tickets - Tudhope Park

Judy Collins

35 concerts

Judy Collins, born in Seattle, is a versatile folk artist known for her clear voice and interpretive flair. She gained fame with hits like "Both Sides Now" and "Send in the Clowns." Throughout her six-decade career, she has covered songs by artists such as Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan and penned originals like "My Father." Collins' collaborations include Stephen Stills, who inspired "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes." Her career renaissance saw chart-topping success with Winter Stories in 2019 and her first all-original album in 2022. Her work spans genres from folk-rock to a cappella, earning her lasting acclaim.

KT Tunstall

22 concerts

Grammy®-nominated Scottish musician KT Tunstall gained fame with her 2004 debut, Eye to the Telescope, featuring hits like "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree." Known for blending introspective folk with electrified rock, Tunstall released an album trilogy after moving to California in 2015, including KIN and WAX. Despite losing hearing in one ear, she found solace in music.

Wild Rivers

6 concerts

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.

Feist

4 concerts

Canadian-born Feist is known for her warm, haunting voice blending indie rock, jazz-pop, and folk. Her album "Let It Die" featured "Mushaboom," while "The Reminder" gave her global fame with "1234." Collaborated with Peaches and Broken Social Scene, Feist has won multiple Juno Awards. Multitudes (2023) showcases her theatrical, evolving style.

Rufus Wainwright

22 concerts

Rufus Wainwright, born in New York's Hudson Valley, is a Juno-winning, Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter known for lush, theatrical pop. Influenced by Tin Pan Alley and opera, he scored hits like "Release the Stars" and paid tribute to Judy Garland at Carnegie Hall. His diverse collaborations include Helena Bonham Carter, Florence Welch, and John Legend. Raised in Montreal, he debuted in 1998 and also composed opera and classical pieces, further showcasing his versatility.

The Wood Brothers

17 concerts

The Wood Brothers, an American roots trio known for joyful, genre-blending music and Grammy nods, craft soulful songs with clever lyrics and rich, collaborative sound.

The Weather Station

26 concerts

Toronto's Tamara Lindeman, known as The Weather Station, blends folk and pop, with acclaimed albums like Ignorance. She's toured with Bahamas and Basia Bulat.

Matt Andersen

9 concerts

Matt Andersen, a New Brunswick native, delivers tender folk and soul with remarkable stage presence. His widely streamed work has captivated audiences globally.

Steve Poltz

8 concerts

Steve Poltz, a live music phenomenon, is celebrated globally and at festivals like Bluesfest and Telluride. Collaborating with Jewel and Billy Strings, his energetic shows have won critical acclaim from Rolling Stone and beyond.

The Rural Alberta Advantage

3 concerts

Led by Alberta native Nils Edenloff, The Rural Alberta Advantage is a Toronto indie folk-rock trio known for rhythmic intensity and expansive melodies. Famous for "Departing," nominated for a Polaris Prize, they achieved Billboard success with albums like "Mended with Gold" and "The Wild." Formed in 2005 with Paul Banwatt and Amy Cole, they gained traction after SXSW shows and collaborating with Saddle Creek Records. Their 2023 album "The Rise & the Fall" showcases their dynamic sound.

Martha Wainwright

3 concerts

Born in Canada, Martha Wainwright is known for her emotive songwriting and raw style. Her fifth album, "Love Will Be Reborn," produced by Pierre Marchand, follows themes of love, pain, and rebirth. She collaborated with Marchand, known for his work with Sarah McLachlan, to create an album full of optimism.

David Francey

3 concerts

Born in Ayrshire, Scotland, David Francey is a celebrated Canadian folksinger known for authentic storytelling. His debut album, Torn Screen Door, paved the way for multiple Juno Awards, including Far End of Summer and Skating Rink. Notable collaborations include works with Kieran Kane and Moxy Früvous' Mike Ford. He's been covered by Del McCoury Band and Rankin Family. Francey has also won the USA Songwriting Competition and John Lennon Songwriting Contest.

Sister Ray

4 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.

Tanika Charles

1 concert

Toronto-based soul singer Tanika Charles blends classic soul with modern sounds. Known for hits like "Soul Run," she's a two-time Polaris nominee and Juno nominee.

Son Little

14 concerts

Born in LA and raised in Queens, Son Little (Aaron Livingston) blends blues, soul, and hip-hop. Known for Grammy-winning work with Mavis Staples and collabs with The Roots.