Robert Priest & The Revelation
New single, simple human kindness, coming out December 15 with Vesuvius records
Recent Margaret praise on Twitter
New film co-written with Jaymz Bee in production
Robert Priest, is the author of fourteen books of poetry, three plays, lots of musical CDS, four children’s or young adult novels, and two hit songs. His words have been debated in the Ontario legislature, posted in the Transit system, quoted in the Farmer's Almanac, sung on Sesame Street and turned into two hit songs: Song Insead of a Kiss, a number one hit for rock chanteuse Alannah Myles and the recent top ten hit by indigenous balladeer, Julian Taylor, Seeds (They Tried to Bury Us). A new single and video Simple Human Kindness is due out Dec. 15 with Vesuvius records. Of a recent performance, Cashbox has written: “Robert Priest is a true Canadian original who dese
Love is Hard, his 2017 Bob Wiseman-produced CD continued in this poetic traditon with ten passionate love songs, incisive political 'protest songs’ and a spoken word piece all of which have drawn strong notices from reviewers. Robert is a graduate of the Toronto live music scene. His 1st ever recordi
Cathy Anne
Cathy Anne is a Toronto based Indie Folk singer-songwriter. She performs her original songs and ballads at various local clubs, often accompanied by other Toronto musicians.
Her music’s mood is soft, flowing and ambient with a coffeehouse feel.
Cathy Anne’s album "Storyteller" (Storyteller | Cathy Anne (bandcamp.com) embodies this sound . . . her voice has a jazzy/folk feeling, gently rising and falling with soft timbre and velvety tone, and blends perfectly with her signature fingerstyle guitar. Her compositions range from historic tales that tell the human story between the battles, to tender ballads of love lost and mourned with bittersweet regret.
Lynn Harrison Recording new album for release in 2025 Coming Soon: "Songwriting as Soul Work:
Performing songwriter Lynn Harrison is known for beautifully memorable songs that celebrate life, love and the human spirit. Her 7th solo recording "Treasure" (2023) is described by Americana Highways as "better than medicine, better than booze...and will put you in a good mood if you're not" with comparisons to Bonnie Raitt and Jennifer Warnes.
Her previous record "Something More" (2020) ranked among Folk Roots Radio's Top 20, and she has performed widely in both Canada and the U.S. In September 2024, Lynn was honoured by CBC Radio Fredricton for her beloved song "First Day of School," airing that day for 17 years and counting. Also an ordained minister in the inclusive Unitarian Universalist tradition, Lynn Harrison creates heartfelt connections with every audience, offering songs of wisdom and uplift for complicated times.
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.
Donné Roberts 2 X times Juno Award Winner, 3 X Juno Nominee
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.
Glen Hornblast and Friends
Glen Hornblast is a well-known Toronto singer-songwriter whose music is an intoxicating blend of folk, country, blues and jazz. His latest CD “Once In A Blue Moon” has been very well-received and has garnered great reviews and radio play around the world. He describes his songs as “sad little stories of love, loss and heartache.” His song “Mary” about a homeless woman on Toronto streets won the 2015 Song From The Heart Award.
Glen was also well-known for hosting some of Toronto’s most successful Open Mics, at the Free Times Café, and many other venues. He has performed in Nashville at both the Bluebird Café and the Commodore Grill. At present, Glen has two CDs of new music in the works and is currently working toward releasing them in early 2025.
David Storey and the Storey Tellers
Tyler Ellis
Tyler Ellis is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter known for his engaging folk-roots music, characterized by humor and poignant storytelling. Described as "John Prine meets a well-primed Sir John A. Macdonald" by the Toronto Star, his songs resonate with the Canadian experience.
Over his career, Ellis has released seven albums, with his latest, "Greater-Than," recorded live at Toronto's Free Times Café and released in June 2024. This album, dedicated to his late father, showcases his distinctive songwriting and performance style.
Beyond his solo work, Ellis has contributed to the music community as a co-writer with the Julian Taylor Band and as the host of the long-running Riverboat Monday Open Stage at Dora Keogh Irish Pub
His music often explores themes of love, life, and the Canadian landscape, delivered with a blend of wit and sincerity. Ellis continues to be a significant figure in Toronto's folk music scene, captivating audiences with his heartfelt performances.
Jesse Greene Finalist - International Blues Challenge in Memphis.
Winner - Ottawa Road to Memphis competition and Finalists - International Blues Challenge in Memphis
Jesse Greene's talent and creativity draw from a diverse musical pallet, including blues, folk, jazz, classical and world music. Her complex and flowing melodic lines aided by her spirited and flawless execution can take the listener on a unique musical journey. With a rich and inspiring bluesy voice, she creates the perfect complement to her strong original songs, and her eclectic renditions of classics. Jesse's welcoming and heartfelt presentation make her performances a very special experience for each member of her audience. Jesse Greene is a driving force on her own as well as an enigmatic player, writer, and vocalist.
The Jesse Greene Band won the Ottawa Road to Memphis competition and were finalists at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. With multiple Bluesfest performances over the years and her blues hit Mojo Man that made and stayed in the Dawg FM top 20 for over a year, she is known as a guitarist with deadly chops and a voice full of soul.
Shawna Caspi
2024 Songwriter Serenade semi-finalist
2023 Canadian Folk Music Award Nominee
2022 Ontario Folk Music Award Nominee
Toronto-based singer-songwriter Shawna Caspi takes her time crafting lyrics that are poetic and meaningful, often using unusual rhymes and surprising turns of phrase.
Shawna spent years on the road, playing festivals and concert halls, train cars, backyards, and living rooms, supporting her warm, clear voice with intricate fingerstyle guitar accompaniment, and drawing energy from shifting landscapes and long drives through Canada and the United States. Her songs resonate with stories that are relatable, but told in new and unexpected ways. This is music that makes an authentic human connection, that conveys a sense of closeness, of being understood, of feeling less alone. Her latest album, Hurricane Coming, was nominated for a Canadian Folk Music Award and an Ontario Folk Music Award.
Noah Zacharin New album 'Points of Light' just released
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
Howard Gladstone Howard Gladstone releases his 8th album "Crazy Talk" in September 2024
*Howard Gladstone and Band continue Residency at Tranzac Club for 2025
* Howard Gladstone releases his 8th album "Crazy Talk" in September 2024
* "Timepieces: Selected Lyrics" by Howard Gladstone is published by Amazon in October 2024
Howard Gladstone is a singer-songwriter whose melodies and lyrics weave a rich and vibrant tapestry within the tradition of Canadian storytelling and songcraft.
Gladstone has established himself as a stalwart in the Toronto folk community, celebrated for his heartfelt compositions and his dedication to the craft of song.
Born and raised in Toronto, Gladstone was immersed in the city's diverse musical landscape from a young age. His early influences ranged from the classic folk songs of the 1960s to the contemporary sounds of modern folk. This eclectic mix shaped his distinctive style, blending traditional folk with contemporary sensibilities with elements of Americana, roots, blues, jazz, and world music.
Gladstone’s live performances are intimate and engaging in nature. Whether performing solo or with his talented band, he creates a connection with his audience that transcends the stage. Hosting a monthly show at Toronto’s Tranzac club, Howard often shares the stage with other artists.
Brian Morgan
Brian Morgan is a fiddler, bassist and guitar player, whose musical experiences have included stints in a tuxedo-clad, lounge lizard quartet, a road weary duo ill-named Mac’n’Tosh, a retro rock band called Bage Gao Bizi (Eight High Noses), which performed regularly in Chongqing (1988), and the Motorgrass band Jughead, legendary matinee idols of the 90’s, who recorded three CDs and performed at major music festivals across Canada.
Currently Brian is a busy performer of his original songs in Toronto music venues and recent festivals (Winterfolk, Open Tuning Festival, Whitevale Porchfest). He is also in demand as an accompanist for various live music and recording projects. In December 2022, Brian released Curve of the Earth, an album recorded in Chongqing (People’s Republic of China) and Toronto, and available on major streaming sites such as Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube. The new video from the album, Paint You with My Tears, is now available on YouTube.
