ze Lollygaggers play fun covers from the 50’s to now, as well as originals - a few of which are in current films. Mark, Stan & Pete all hail from Kingston ON. Roger's from the UK; he was taught drums by Apple design guru Tony Ive. All professional artists, they met at their kids' elementary school in Kitsilano.Peter G-G - Guitar, Vocals, Harmonica ;

Roger Oldham - Cajone/Drums ;

Mark Spooner - Bass, Guitar, Vocals

Ian “Stan” Wardle (harmonicas) is also from Kingston ON, and has played professionally for 30-odd years, as well as tour-managing well known bands.

War For Your Money is a heavy alternative rock band operating right here in Vancouver. Keeping it simple but keeping it interesting!

Originally from Vancouver Ms. Nowicki started her music career in Los Angeles . Bar bands, jazz bands, and having the great pleasure of sitting in with Richard Berry and Big Jay McNeely

Retuning to Vancouver in 2004 she has played on a variety of stages including Vancouver International Jazz Festival, Pender Harbour Jazz Festival, Gibsons Jazz Fest, and Chemainus Jazz fest . Her trio is featured regularly at the swanky Sylvia Hotel lounge .

Her set list is unique but entirely accessible , bringing you lesser known gems of jazz covers, she also includes material from a few brilliant Vancouver song writers --Bernard Boulanger and David King.

This trio makes it their business to keep you entertained with an engaging stage presence.

Dynamic, contemporary jazz vocal trio The Hot Mammas make magical music brimming with crystal-clear harmonies, rollicking rhythms and saucy, sweltering sound. The group is ignited by the larger-than-life personalities and synergy of seasoned entertainers and long-time friends Georgina Arntzen, Julie Brown and Mary Ella Young. Together, they channel divine, infectious joy into fearless live performances that feature glamorous outfits and the same intricate arrangements of favorite standards and original tunes that make their recordings shine. Often accompanied on stage by a band fully stocked with Vancouver’s most talented instrumentalists, the trio’s members use their songs to share their personal experiences as mothers, wives, sisters and lovers keen on celebrating the story of strong women in all their glory through song. Inspired by the energy and artistry of trailblazing ladies like The Boswell Sisters, Ella Fitzgerald and The Andrews Sisters; The Hot Mammas are the whole shebang – a delicious, all-you-can-eat feast for the eyes and ears.

Very, very good avant fusion” (Guitar Player magazine) captures the essence of The Elliot Freedman Group’s music: harmonically elegant, rhythmically muscular, and an uncompromisingly adventurous update on the electric jazz of the 1970s. Elliot, whose baritone guitars accentuate his innovative chordal work, is joined by bassist Ashin Richardson and drummer Paul Mason. Elliot will augment the group’s presentation of his own compositions with solo guitar performances of compositions by Keith Jarrett, Kenny Wheeler, Bill Evans, and others.

Bringing together an extraordinary blend of poetic lyricism and emotionally powerful instrumentation, Vancouver, BC’s Stone Poets create exceptionally moving music that genuinely matters. Challenging hearts & minds across the globe to open-up and see the beauty in both the light and dark, together this remarkable three-piece band dives deep into meaningful material that reveals their bold authenticity.

Small Opera is the brainchild of the multifaceted Jason Bienia. He gracefully weaves together a diverse array of genres to cultivate a refreshingly unique sound. In 2019 the musically lush and enthralling project Small Opera was born. The band consists of Jason, Shadi- Toloui- Wallace and the gifted Greg Coles on standup bass. Shadi has four impressive solo albums under her belt and was in the Vancouver based neo-funk band Tiny Havoc. They are joined by the gifted Greg Coles on standup bass, a professional jazz player who has played extensively and globally. He performs and writes music under the moniker Ecstatic Quiet, a powerful and innovative modular synth project. Small Opera are packed to the brim with depth, skill and diversity. Their extensive experience lends itself well to this wonderfully experimental project. The band name is inspired by “the grandiose nature of seemingly small moments.” Their music is both calming and dizzying, stirring up a slew of undiscovered emotions. Small Opera’s debut EP “New River” showcases their accessible complexity and poetic stylings. They are inspired by the charming campiness of David Lynch, the witty songwriting of local legend Destroyer and the heartstring plucking of Gord Downie’s solo recordings. Their music travels the intersection between art-rock and folk, it’s experimental but it knows where it's going. “New River” takes you on a scenic walk through their endlessly captivating sonic vision.

Redwoods is the true epitome of a powerhouse 4-piece. The raging fire of sound which burns beneath Devon Webber's soaring and soulful vocals is a blend we have trouble finding in today's music. A band which sticks true to their rock god influences but at the same time leads their own march in search of a diverse rock-and-roll sound. 80's inspired classic, crunchy guitar riffs and jaw-dropping solos are always on the menu, as well as the down-right heavy rock tones and melodies heard from bands such as Audioslave, Foo Fighters and Big Wreck. Redwoods' performances are notoriously fun, sweaty and infectious. They breathe electricity into each member of the room like a contagious rock-and-roll virus.

In Western Canadian folk festivals, weathered traditions of song-sharing and musical cross-pollination carry the ideals of folk music into the right-swiping, touch-typing, conversationally challenged future. It's there that Red Haven honed their craft. Drawing inspiration from jazz and soul but redesigning it with Indie-Pop songwriting and a heavy backbeat, Red Haven have been touring their raucous, spirited brand of folk for the past 4 years.

Featuring the work of songwriters Jen Charters, Nathan Turner, and Brendan Steele, Red Haven tells a story that is both entertaining and incisive. Each brings a unique flavour to the band: Charters, lightning-quick gypsy jazz saxophone and powerful blues vocals; Turner, uplifting songs with a country lilt from behind the upright bass; and Steele, dark and angular guitar lines to match cutting lyrics. Their creative chemistry got a injection of energy with the adoption of drummer Max Ley into the group, who brought prog-rock chops with just the right amount of swagger and swing.

Raincity is a Vancouver-based Rage-Funk group fronted by female leads on saxophone and vocals. Beatroute magazine describes them as “danc[ing] between Paramore’s pop perfection and a late-night RCHP inspired jam session”. The five members of Raincity combine their eclectic influences including Moon Hooch, Amy Winehouse, Queen, and RAGE. They have opened for acts such as Our Lady Peace, Bif Naked, and Five Alarm Funk on stages such as the Commodore Ballroom and The Bill Reid Amphitheatre which hosted over 50,000 attendees.

MidMay is a Vancouver-based Alternative-R&B group fronted by it’s three members, Nikko Harris, Tom Shand and Jacob Regehr. Nikko, Tom & Jake have been collectively working together for over ten years. They have grown together, personally, professionally, and musically and now, it is their time to shine. The name MidMay came from the three members' birthdays. Nikko and Tom being born just two days apart & Jacob, who would have been born in between the two, but was born six weeks prematurely. All three members sing, lending to the distinctive, full sound and diversity of genres from R&B, funk & soul to jazz and rock. The three members of MidMay combine their wide-range of musical influences into their sound - including, The Beatles, Anderson. Paak, Raveena, and Stevie Wonder through improvisation meets deliberate, careful writing. Whether it is their powerful voices, skillful execution of Jacob on the keys, Nikko's catchy drum beats or Tom's effortlessly funky bass lines, MidMay is making waves in the Pacific Northwest.

Mellowhaunt is a synthesis of queer producer Matthew DeBeer and genre-bending singer Derya Gwynneth. Born from heartbreak, Mellowhaunt makes music to dance, drive, and cry to - music to remind you that you're human and leave a bittersweet taste on your tongue that leaves you wanting more. Imagine you're driving down a desert highway, fall in love with a wisp of smoke, get abducted by aliens, and then spat back out. From pop to industrial to ethereal to jazzy, and of course haunting, Mellowhaunt incorporates many genres into their music to craft their unique sound. They draw inspiration from artists such as FKA Twigs, Florence and the Machine, Mitski, Björk, Billie Eilish and others. Mellowhaunt was a match made in heaven, creating sounds dark enough to awaken souls from hell and groovy enough to have them dancing with the devil in no time. Mellowhaunt will transport you to places never before seen by man, and, if you're lucky, they might even break your heart.

Gnarfunkel is a Vancouver-based band making waves with their electrifying live shows and unique melangé of musical styles. Fronted by two animalistic lead singers and backed by a tight, funky rhythm section, they take audiences on an energetic journey through time and space. Their sound incorporates elements of rock, hip hop, Latin, psychedelia, and Eastern music in a sound they dub “Gnar Funk” with each band member playing a large range of eclectic instruments.

Gnarfunkel expanded their artistic soundscape with two new singles in summer 2021. “Show Me” is an indie soul tune featuring horns and a groovy beat and “Full Flower Moon” is a world folk tune featuring acoustic guitar, sitar and other Indian instruments. Gnarfunkel recorded their debut album “Gnarnia” under the guidance of Juno-nominated producer Tom Dobrzanski. A number of singles from this album will be released in early 2022, including fan favourite “A Million Monkeys”. “Gnarnia” will be released in May 2022 in a limited edition vinyl pressing and will be supported by a Canadian tour.

Fear The Wolves is a band armed to the teeth with memorable hooks that effortlessly tap into the popular modern rock sound of today, but at the same time is nostalgic of early 2000‘s alternative grunge-rock (Nickleback, Korn, Finger 11). This trio is making their mark in a clearly defined and unique way, paying homage to the influences that they each pull from, as well as their individual experiences in the industry (members of Chilled Clarity, and many other projects, alongside a collective love of music production and custom music equipment). With eclectic, memorable guitar riffs rising over a percussive bass line and impeccably timed drums, even the most catatonic audience members will find themselves sweating in the pit.

Dishing out upbeat and humorous folk-rock, the Vancouver-based Cat Murphy Band are here for a good time! Founded in 2016, they’re known for their quirky and at times touching lyrics and for mixing and matching uncommon instruments and wide variety of cover songs - everything from Hank Williams to J-Biebs is fair game. You can expect them to deliver engrossing stories and an immersive experience at their shows. You will laugh, you might cry and a good time is guaranteed.