Cara McCandless is a prolific singer-songwriter and guitar player who doesn’t like to linger too long in one genre, but her live show is a blend of heartfelt blues, folk, rock, and country.

When Cara got her first guitar it was a life changing moment that became a passion and a journey of self discovery and reflection through songwriting. From that moment, Cara took to writing and has written over 160 songs and counting.

Cara had released three albums. Gypsy Sea, her debut album, Cara McCandless, her self titled acoustic album, and DADGAD, a bunch of songs written in an alternate tuning. Cara is set to record a fourth album in her home based studio in Victoria, BC that will showcase her bluesability.

Cara’s passion for music extends past writing, to recording, and to playing live where she shines and shares her stories and her talent.

Described by Exclaim! Media as an artist that needs to be heard in 2020, Sadé Awele is the afro infused r&b artist we have been waiting for. Having won AFAM's female artist of the year award, she has captivated spaces with her timeless lyrics and jazzy tone.

The Nigerian-born singer is inspired by her Yoruba & Ibo heritage, which you experience in her music that ranges from afro-soul with and conscious alternative r&b to neo-soul and contemporary r&b. Her music is certainly in a category of its own.

Ben Kyle is a guitar and vocal driven singer-songwriter from Vancouver, B.C. With influences from Stevie Wonder, Radiohead, Bahamas, Jack Johnson and Chet Baker. Ben is currently in the jazz studies program at Capilano University.

Kathryn Sutherland formed Blue Dirt Girl in 2015 with long-time collaborators and fellow East Vancouver musicians Albert Klassen.

Blue Dirt Girl's EP "Nothing is as it was" dropped March 19th, 2021. The four track EP is a sharp left turn in the band's already diverse sound.

"The songs channel reggae/dub, modern soul, a dash of 70’s guitar magic. Something about the feel reminds me of Traffic, Joan Armatrading, ...This is not music that references influences. It breathes a sophisticated, rare air." Dennis Mills Vancouver based musician, songwriter & blogger.

Blue Dirt Girl performs solo, as a trio or duo. With extensive experience, individually and as a band, Blue Dirt Girl plays all manner of venues and events, from living room house concerts, festival stages, and Via train cars to outdoor winery shows, art openings, bars and brewhouses.

PETER TAM, a Singer/Songwriter/Composer/Influencer, BEGAN HIS MUSICAL JOURNEY in Classical Music. The piano was his instrument of choice because every Asian kid must learn piano or violin. Music became more interesting when he discovered chords on the piano. Even though he grew up with Classic Rock, subconsciously, he gravitated towards Smooth Jazz influenced by legendary artists such as Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald.

A new adventure began after attending the 2019 JUNO Awards held in London, Ontario, inspired by legendary David Foster. He is now residing on the Vancouver Mainland, working with Award-winning musicians to bring original and cover tune renditions of the Crooner Classics with a unique style.

Captivating singer songwriter and acoustic guitarist Jessica Benini is a fresh force on the West Coast music scene. Blending folk, roots, blues and pop she brings an authentic energy engaging the audience with her soulful melodies and exciting harmonica solos. Jessica was nominated for Vocal Performance of the Year at the Vancouver Island Music Awards and Best Live Act. She placed top 3 at the Islands Folk Festival songwriting competition. Jessica has released two albums, toured throughout North America and has been featured twice at Broadway Sessions in Times Square, as well as was showcased for the songwriter sessions at the Bitter End, in NYC. Jessica currently lives in East Vancouver teaching music and inspiring youth to create music and perform.

Stephen Thakkar is a singer songwriter originally from Oakville, Ontario. While backpacking and surfing in Australia, he ran out of money and resorted to busking between surfing sessions to help pay for his living expenses. Years later live music has become his artistic passion, and his unique experiences and stories have helped mold a unique and entertaining experience for all viewers.

The dynamic blues/roots duo Harris&DeBray is an offshoot of the popular Vancouver act Lesismore. Made up of singer Leslie Harris (vocals and percussion) and guitarist Curtis DeBray (acoustic guitar and vocals) it is wowing audiences in venues across the lower mainland with its hip renditions of traditional blues songs, some roots classics and new original music. Their first cd, “Passin’ Time” has been in the top 40 on Reverbnation’s Blues Chart ever since its release.

Vancouver-based singer-songwriter Tess Anderson enchants audiences with her candid performances. Open and unapologetic, she invites listeners into her most vulnerable moments through honest and authentic storytelling. Whether alone on stage with nothing but a keyboard and a guitar, or backed by a full band, she’s been known to silence crowds with her captivating musical presence. Pulling inspiration everywhere from old-school jazz standards to modern pop, her sound is heavily driven by her unmistakable voice.

AVA is a Montana-grown musician whose original songs blend indie, jazz, and RnB influences into folk roots. Her lyrics are directly reflective of her life as a young woman in the era of late capitalist, mass-mediated North America. Themes of love, loss, power, and (dis)connection permeate AVA’s music for a unique, contemporary sound.

Tissa Rahim is an RnB songstress with a Middle Eastern flare. Tissa combines modern soul with her multi-generational background in Iranian music and deeply personal lyrics. With a 40-city North American tour under her belt, Tissa’s upcoming releases are certain to capture the attention of the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Taylor started making music at just 12 years old as a way to deal with her anxiety and depression. What started as a way to express herself, quickly became a growing passion. Now at the age of 23, Taylor is fully pursuing her career in music. Taylor’s music is a mesmerizing blend of R&B and lullaby-pop mixed with powerful and unapologetic lyrics, creating a sound that is uniquely her own. In 2019, Taylor released her debut single “Little Sister”, a track that has become her biggest single to date, reaching over 150K streams on Spotify and landing on popular editorial playlists such as Spotify’s Indie Pop Chill Out, Chilled Pop Hits, and Happy Hits. One of her most recent releases, “No Excuses”, which also landed Spotify’s Indie Pop Chill Out playlist, showcases Taylor’s ability to empower and uplift others through her lyrics.

Vancouver based queer musician and theatre artist, SIESKI, writes rooted and raw song-stories that flow and swell and absorb the listener. A unique voice in the Canadian music scene, her deeply evocative singing and imagery transports you with subtle power. 


Montréal-based, Vancouver-born jazz vocalist, and songwriter, Sarah Kennedy performs as a solo artist and as a bandleader. Known for her light and smooth vocal tone, her depth of emotional expression, and a cunning sense of humour, Sarah has performed in the TD international jazz festival and was interviewed by CBC's hot air for the 100th birthday of Ella Fitzgerald. During the pandemic she completed her Masters in Creative Arts Therapies at Concordia University in Montréal and incorporates music therapy perspectives into her performances.

Sarah Eské is an R&B/Pop singer originally from Vancouver, Canada. Listening to greats like Mariah Carey, Joss Stone, Lauryn Hill, Toni Braxton and Aretha Franklin have helped to craft her soulful voice. Always motivated to reach and inspire larger audiences, she has performed all across the globe, including Morocco, Egypt, Dubai, The Caribbean, Las Vegas, Cuba and her home country, Canada.

In May of 2015, Sarah Eské received the SAGE Foundation Award of Excellence for her contributions to Anti-Bullying and Youth Mental Health initiatives. Whether it’s the annual “Pink Shirt Day Ladies Luncheon” or “Mike and Manny’s” Olympic Ski Camp fund-raiser, Sarah continues to support community charity events. Most notably is the Amanda Todd Legacy Fund, The CKNW Orphan’s Fund, and the Battered and Abused Women of Vancouver’s Downtown East Side. She was also grateful to have been nominated for the Golden Owl awards in 2018.

Sarah has spent the past few years writing more raw material and collaborating with a variety of musicians for a number of new releases. She feels strongly that it is through music and the arts that we have the potential to bring people together. Fulfilling her dream and satisfying her passion for music is what continues to motivate Sarah Eské today. She is always looking for new opportunities to better her craft, to inspire and to continue to find solace in music.

Robbs is a musician and songwriter who invites you into her world with her soulful and commanding voice, yet brings a familiar ease with her performance.

Ranjit “Ranj” Singh makes music with a distinct Indian-Western flair that draws on the singer-songwriter and self-taught guitarist’s love for rock music and heartfelt lyrics. He refers to his unique blend of music as “Indo-Canadian Folk”.

In the mid 80’s, Ranj started his career performing with many folk-Punjabi and Hindi artists in the Vancouver area. In the 90’s he helped form — along with his talented brothers — the influential and critically acclaimed group Dal Dil Vog (a.k.a. DDV). The group went on to win numerous awards — including CFOX‘s “Vancouver Seeds 9” battle of the bands in 1994 — and performed with artists such as Jan Arden, 54-40, Mathew Good. DDV’s unique style of bhangara/rock music led to tours throughout North America and India, a live performance on MuchMusic, 3 videos on MuchMusic, and one on MTV Asia.

ReeVay is the moniker of the multi-talented Marc Rivest. The Vancouver based artist gracefully weaves the finest elements of folk, jazz and pop. His tender yet evocative voice poetically delivers his handwritten lyrics. His work is simultaneously soothing, powerful and transformative. It’s easy to get lost in the rich tapestry of sound he has generously created. He combines complex jazz arrangements with simple harmonic structures that are endlessly captivating. ReeVay is inspired by the likes of poetic juggernauts Cat Stevens and Leonard Cohen which is apparent in his material yet he brings something entirely fresh to the music table.

ReeVay sang his way into Vancouver from on a moving train back in 2015. Born and raised

in the greater Toronto area, Marc's musical journey began with piano lessons as a child. Switching to the guitar at the age of 13, he never put it down. Marc's career as a performer began with busking outside grocery and liquor stores. After relocating to Calgary in 2013, he was able to make busking a well-paying full-time job. After the release of "Breathe," Marc decided to advance his musical training through a Diploma in Jazz Studies at Capilano University. While at Cap U, Marc studied jazz guitar and voice with instructors including Bill Coon, Ron Samworth, Andre Lachance, Geordie Roberts, and Steve Maddock and performed in the Capital Jazz vocal ensemble under the direction of Rejean Marois. He graduated with distinction in May 2018.

ReeVay is now a staple to the Vancouver music scene. His perpetually evolving material has been recognized by impressive radio and publications across the province. ReeVay has been featured on Vancouver Co-Op Radio, CJSR, CJSF, Bonsai, The Hawk, Shady Pines Radio, and The River along with Permanent Rain Press, Sounds On the Couch and The Tinnitist.

LittleFox is a Vancouver-based band featuring the music of singer/multi-instrumentalist Alison Jenkins. Her first EP, Desire Lines, will be released in November 2021, with a full-length album to follow in 2022. Ranging from folk to bluegrass to blues, her original songs are about love, longing, and finding your way in strange times.

Leon Ruvel’s music is intense and romantic.

Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Leon Ruvel (vocals, piano, guitar, bass, and harmonica) grew up in Mexico, where the daily living is a rush; a contrast between black and white, good and evil, but always a country full of art and romance. These factors forged Leon's sensitive music, and influenced his song writing. His repertoire ranges from love songs to protest lyrics.

Leon Ruvel´s music, accompanied by his piano and guitar, make a distinctive sound in the genre of rock-pop and soft rock. His way of setting beautiful lyrics to slow and upbeat melodies finds its way into the hearts and minds of people from different cultures and ages.