Leeroy Stagger is a Roots and Americana artist, who has toured the
world, both on his own and with the likes of Steve Earle, The Pixies,
Modest Mouse, Evan Dando, Jason Isbell, Drive By Truckers, and Josh
Ritter. Leeroy Stagger is a winner of a Canadian Folk Music Award, a
Western Canadian Music Award and the winner of the 105.3 The Peak’s
Performance Project.

Jed and the Valentine, the musical collaboration of Jonah Morris and Maria Khaner from Alberta, has rapidly ascended in the Canadian music scene, fusing soulful harmonies with prairie folk influences. The duo's journey since 2022 has led to sold-out performances and a growing fanbase, garnering praise for their enchanting harmonies and honest songwriting.

In 2023, they graced the stage at the Edmonton and Canmore Folk Music Festivals. With growth happening in double time since their inception, Jed and the Valentine's meteoric rise is punctuated by the release of their debut album, 'Awake!', which has been featured on Exclaim! Magazine's 'Eh! List', CBC's Provincial playlist, and debuted at #6 on CKUA's top 30 chart.Armed with an irresistible charm and undeniable talent, Jed and the Valentine are poised for a promising future, captivating audiences with their genuine storytelling and soulful melodies. As they continue to carve their path in the folk music scene, this duo is undeniably one to watch.

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Mia Kelly is a singer-songwriter from Gatineau, Quebec, who writes and performs in both French and English. Kelly enthrals listeners with a distinctive blend of Folk, Rock, and Blues and is making her mark in the Canadian folk music scene. Recently awarded Young Performer of the Year and Emerging Artist of the Year at the 2024 Canadian Folk Music Awards, Kelly is swiftly gaining recognition as a poetic lyricist with a powerful and versatile voice. With her knack for adapting the stories of the people she has connected with in her life, Mia is an imaginative storyteller who channels her raw and vulnerable emotions through her expertly crafted songs.Her 2022 debut album, Garden Through the War, explored themes of resilience and growth that follow hardship. The album received recognition from the SOCAN Foundation. Kelly was awarded the Emerging Artist of the Year by Culture Outaouais, and represented Canada as a finalist at the 2023 Jeux De La Francophonie in the Democratic Republic of Congo. She’s been covered by La Presse, Ottawa Citizen, Radio Canada, Roots Music Canada, Châtelaine, and many more.She’s shared the stage with Aysanabee, The Franklin Electric, Daniel Champagne, Jeremie Albino, Julian Taylor, Lloyd Spiegel and performed at numerous Canadian festivals including Ottawa Bluesfest, Summerfolk, Ontario Festival of Small Halls, Festival des Montgolfières, Live from the Rock, and the Winnipeg Folk Festival.

Michael Bernard Fitzgerald is a Canadian singer/songwriter who has collected an audience of fans across North America drawn to simple honest words and a genuine smile. Having released 4 full-length albums to date, Fitzgerald has spent his career since 2006 creating music, touring, developing as a songwriter, and connecting with audiences. Fitzgerald’s unique and innovative ideas coupled with his inherent warmth allow him to engage with people in a way that always leaves them meaningfully connected.