The Barr Brothers are a group out of Montreal fronted by the poly-rhythmic, jocular drumming of Andrew Barr and the songs and guitar playing of brother Brad Barr. Bass, pedal steel, keyboards, and horns come in and out of the mix freely. Equally at home in solemn Arcadian ballads, swampy North African improvs, or classic rock and roll revelry, The Barr Brothers continue to embrace and enchant audiences with their methodical-yet-whimsical approach to music making.

Raised in Shigawake, in the Gaspésie region of Québec, Shaina Hayes grew up listening to singer-songwriters like Feist, Joni Mitchell and Regina Spektor, traditional country artists such as Hank Williams and Dolly Parton, and modern country stars, including Shania Twain and The Chicks. After studying agricultural sciences at McGill University in Montreal, she returned to her rural hometown where she began recording and co-producing her self-released debut album, to coax a waltz (2022). Soon after, she started recording new songs, while also performing across Quebec and opening for bands like The War on Drugs and The Barr Brothers. While she still maintains some engagement with her farming endeavors, Shaina Hayes has made the shift to devote herself fully to her music ahead of the release of her sophomore album Kindergarten Heart in 2024

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Originaire de Shigawake en Gaspésie, Shaina Hayes a grandi en écoutant des autrices-compositrices-interprètes comme Feist, Joni Mitchell et Regina Spektor, des artistes de country traditionnel tels que Hank Williams et Dolly Parton, ou plus modernes, comme Shania Twain et The Chicks. Après ses études en sciences agricoles à l’Université McGill, elle retourne dans son village natal, où elle enregistre et coréalise son premier opus, to coax a waltz, qui paraît en 2022. Rapidement, les concerts occupent une place de plus en plus grande dans son quotidien, alors qu’elle tourne à travers la province et assure la première partie de groupes tels que The War on Drugs et The Barr Brothers. Bien qu'elle continue son implication à des activités agricoles, Shaina Hayes décide de se consacrer entièrement à la musique avant de lancer son deuxième, Kindergarten Heart, en 2024.

The Big O String Band est un groupe de bluegrass montréalais composé de musiciens chevronnés unissant leurs talents pour célébrer cette musique authentique et vibrante. Avec David Laflèche à la guitare, Joe Grass à la mandoline, Tommy Gauthier au violon, Alain Lafrance à la contrebasse et Thuya Boivin au banjo, ils proposent un son riche, mêlant tradition et modernité. Portés par une passion commune, ils insufflent une énergie unique à la scène bluegrass canadienne.

The Big O String Band is a Montreal-based bluegrass group made up of five talented musicians: Joe Grass (mandolin), David Laflèche (guitar), Tommy Gauthier (fiddle), Alain Lafrance (double bass) & Thuya Boivin (banjo). Coming from diverse musical backgrounds, they blend virtuosity and passion to deliver an authentic take on bluegrass. Rooted in tradition yet infused with a modern touch, their music brings energy and depth to the Canadian music scene.