Artists Winterfolk Spring Edition Jun8, 2024
Artists List
Garnetta Cromwell Winner of the Toronto Blues Society Talent Search July 2022
Achievements
Hit single "Miss Marva Ann" no.4 on Reverbnation Charts
Winners of the Toronto Blues Society Talent Search July 2022
24th Annual Southside Shuffle
Blues Band winners for the Toronto Blues Society's "Road to Memphis"
Competing at the International Blues Competition Beale Street, Memphis, TN January 24/23
Garnetta Cromwell performed in the Women Blues Revue at Massey Hall, November 25/22
About
Garnetta & Dagroovmaster are a high energy Soul, Rhythm & Blues Band and have been performing together since the mid 2021. With our newest member, Robin Houston, joining the team as our full time drummer, we have performed on many venues since last spring 2022.
Winners of the Toronto Blues Society Talent Search in July 2022, invited to the T. U. Jazz Fest 2022, open headliner for Tim Horton’s 24th Annual Southside Shuffle, sharing the stage with legends such as, Shawn Zellerman, Kim Mitchell & The Hogtown Allstars w Chuck Jackson. They have performed in many venues around Southern Ontario and have just been introduced to Toronto’s big city, well known venues.
Brian Gladstone Band
About
Brian Gladstone is a world class finger style guitar player, a songwriter who is unrestricted by typical boundaries, a wonderful story teller and a powerful performer.
Basically, Brian is a techno hippie.
Noah Zacharin New album 'Points of Light' to be released in early 2023
About
Acknowledged guitar master, songwriter, and poet, Noah Zacharin has recorded nine solo albums, and worked as producer and/or instrumentalist on some 65 recordings by artists across North America.
Noah Zacharin is a great perrormer, and a man of few words.New album 'Points of Light' to be released in early 2023
Bridget Melody 2022 Nominee for SIFA award (Social Impact Film and Arts)
Bridget Melody is a Toronto based Indie/folk singer/songwriter and visual artist.
Armed with powerful vocals and a mandate to craft truthful lyrics, Bridget captivates audiences with engaging songs that stir the soul, challenge the conscience and elevate the spirit.
Coming from a mixed heritage of French Canadian, Mi'kmaq and Italian roots, an integral part of Bridget Melody’s artistry comes from her deep connection to land and spirit, as she draws creativity from the poetic mysteries of life.
In collaboration with award winning producer/arranger Chris Birkett, and with support from the Ontario Arts Council, Bridget released her debut album ‘Spirit Dance’ on March 11, 2021 and without skipping a beat is working on a follow up album called ‘Spirit Song’. The inspiration for this collective body of work comes from a desire to see justice, love and harmony prevail in a world of increasing madness, using the power of words and music to incite action towards impactful change.
Lynn Harrison
Performing songwriter Lynn Harrison is known for beautifully memorable songs that celebrate life, love and the human spirit. In 2023 she released her 7th album, "Treasure," is "better than medicine, better than booze...and will put you in a good mood if you're not" (Americana Highways), and her previous record "Something More" (2020) ranked among Folk Roots Radio's Top 20.
Lynn is based in Toronto but has performed widely in Canada and the U.S. and she's also an ordained minister in the deeply inclusive Unitarian Universalist tradition. Creating heartfelt connections with every audience, Lynn Harrison offers uplifting and insightful music for complicated times.
The Gary Kendall Trio featuring Teddy Leonard & Tyler Burgess
About
When Gary Kendall goes to work, he drives to the airport to get on a plane or slips behind the wheel of his car to travel a few hours down the highway to the next gig. In 2023 he began to feel like he needed a place to play close to home when not on the road.
The perfect scenario would be a funky club no more than 10 minutes out of his driveway. Knowing that the neighborhood joints in Toronto`s east side would have limited resources the trio format was the best bet. Tyler Burgess and Teddy Leonard, two longtime musical collaborators received the call and after the first gig it was obvious that The Gary Kendall Trio HAD SOMETHING. Something to develop and take to another level. It sounds right, feels right and looks right. Get ready, this hot little three piece is on the move!!!
Donne Roberts Band 2 X times Juno Award Winner, 3 X Juno Nominee
Donné Roberts is a singer songwriter and guitarist.
Donné Roberts is a passionate performer. When he hits the stage he carries with him an energy that immediately exhilarates the crowd even if they've never heard his music before. Donné performs mainly in Malagasy his mother tongue from his birthplace of Madagascar. Yet this never proves to be a barrier to the audience, providing living proof that music truly does transcend languages.
Isaak Bonk and The Roast Chicken Ramblers
The Roast Chicken Ramblers are a Toronto based vintage blues, jazz and ragtime group. The roast chicken repertoire is largely based upon pre-war/swing era tunes curated by band leader Isaak Bonk.
Whether it’s with Horns and drums, or a simple string band, the ramblers are sure to entertain.