Alycia Putnam

Old Man Luedecke, an award-winning roots singer-songwriter, now based here in Chester, NS, continues to hone his cunning lyrical flair, tenderly pushing the boundaries of his storytelling with his unique mix of folk, bluegrass and pop hooks. Luedecke’s strong penchant for language results in narrative-driven folk songs that are playful, coy and soul warming.

Ian Sherwood – musician, storyteller and a continual creator – has penned tunes for many other artists, as well as for theatre, film and television. His unique musicianship, combined with his tales of heartbreak, victory and adventure, have established him as a solid performer, lyricist and player, with an impressive list of nominations and awards…

The BackYard Devils’ story started about 5 years ago, leading to but not stopping with the release of their self-titled album in May 2011. With a swinging guitar rhythm, doghouse bass slaps, smashing guitar solos and lightning quick banjo and mandolin lines, they have managed to hammer down their own sound in an old fashion…

Catherine MacLellan won immediate critical acclaim after releasing her debut album in 2004. Her music has been a perennial fixture at the top of Canada’s Roots Music charts, and she has taken her distinctive sound to stages all over the world.

Kim Harris’ voice, like the ocean, is vast, and ever changing. She takes listeners on a symphonic journey that soars through constellations, tumbles through storm clouds, and plunges into the underbelly of the sea.

Angie Oriana Jenkins has taught belly dance for many years and has performed in British Columbia, Mexico, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. She fell in love with ‘dance du ventre’ when she watched a dancer flip a coin down her belly using her ab muscles … a feat Oriana still aspires to! In her teens,…