Alberta Spotlight – June
ALBERTA SPOTLIGHT
A WEEKLY ONLINE CONCERT SHOWCASE THAT SHINES A LIGHT ON ALBERTA-MADE MUSIC.
Corb Lund’s music reflects his Southern Alberta heritage. His blend of Americana-meets-alt-country has attracted accolades from critics in Canada and the U.S.
Take a sonic journey with Calgary‘s Sargeant X Comrade. Rich, smoky vocals anchor ‘40s swing, hip hop beats, flamenco guitar, reggae, trip hop and so much more.
Matthew Cardinal is an Indigenous electronic musician and sound artist currently based in amiskwaciy (Edmonton) on Treaty 6 territory.
Edmonton‘s Marlaena Moore crosses personal bedroom confessionals with grunge influenced guitar tones in a tight pop-song package.
Calgarian Raghav has sold over 1.4 million copies of his debut album, Storyteller, which led to a MOBO Award, 2 UK Asian Music Awards, 1 Urban Music Award and 4 UK national top 10 singles.
June 18th, 2020
Lethbridge-based Shaela Miller has affinity for the classic country greats which gives her an unparalleled disposition as an original ambassador of a new wave of country music.
Two Spirit singer songwriter Shawnee uses music as medicine. The Edmonton-based CBC Searchlight winner focuses on inspiration and empowerment.
Edmonton’s Billie Zizi deftly combines the groove of classic soul with a flair for contemporary RnB melody, while adding an avant-jazz vibe with her adventurous guitar forays.
Tim Tamashiro is recognized as a celebrated vocalist throughout Canada. Based in Calgary, Tim is a jazz singer, speaker, entertainer, and former national radio host.
June 11th, 2020
Nuela Charles is an alternative soul singer/songwriter based in Edmonton, known for her soulful vocals and captivating stage presence.
From Calgary, Reuben and the Dark is the spirited folk-rock outfit led by Reuben Bullock, whose music blends introspective lyrics with irrepressible harmonies.
Ariane Mahrÿke Lemire is a bilingual award winning singer-songwriter from Edmonton who loves to play with lyrics and musical form in both French and English.
Based in Calgary, Tim Williams mixes traditional blues, music from the Mexican border, Hawaiian music and more to create one of the most unique blends in folk music.
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