Ema Jean is a Montreal-born singer-songwriter whose music strikes a rare balance between grit and elegance. Drawing on the unfiltered sincerity of 1970s icons like Rickie Lee Jones, Ellen McIlwaine, and Nick Drake, her sound […]
Justin Karas is a singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Tiohtià:ke/Montreal. Writing on harp, guitar, piano, and ukulele, he creates intricate compositions with poetic, timeless lyrics and rich orchestral arrangements. Influenced by ’60s and ’70s […]
We’re thrilled to share our Summer Spotify Playlist, a collection of tracks from Montréal’s vibrant music scene. Every week on the Montréal Guardian, we shine a light on a local artist, and at the end […]
Nominated for Album of the Year at the Latin Awards Canada for her debut “Caídas” (2022), Lapelúda is a rising voice in the indie-folk scene, blending the soul of Latin American musical traditions with a […]
Sacred Wolf Singers X Simon Walls is a groundbreaking collaboration that bridges traditional Mi’kmaq powwow music with the globally influenced Roots/Folk sound of Montreal music producer Simon Walls. This project is a bold deconstruction and […]
Based in Montreal, Andrée-Anne and Gabriel have honed their craft by performing across the city’s vibrant music scene. With experience spanning various genres and styles, they bring a wealth of knowledge and versatility to their […]
Rachel Warkentin, known musically as Rachella Wred, began singing in her crib before she could even talk. She started playing music at an early age before discovering her love of songwriting. In 2014, she appeared […]
Imagine music that captures the bittersweet beauty of life’s most profound moments. Born from a time of intense emotion, Metò weaves soaring melodies with intimate acoustic soundscapes, reflecting the interweaving sentiments of love, loss, and […]
Avery Jane is a Montreal-based artist from Victoria BC, a self-described “Folk-inspired Pop R&B” singer-songwriter. After years of performing in big bands, theatre, folk and indie-jazz bands, she began to pursue her solo career. In […]
Hailing from Montreal, Ken Presse started his musical career as a member of The Franklin Electric, where he traversed over eighteen countries, gaining invaluable experience along the way. He released his debut album, In My […]
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