Reuben and the Dark is the enrapturing alt folk-rock outfit led by singer-songwriter Reuben Bullock, whose music blends introspective lyrics with soaring instrumentals. Reuben and the Dark’s music has been featured in Breaking Bad, The Highwaymen, Game of Thrones, Handmaids Tale, and many more. The talented Calgary-born Joshua Tree-based singer-songwriter, skateboarder and carpenter has released four full lengths on Arts & Crafts and toured the world.

Led by the dual male-female vocal alchemy of keytarist Vanessa Vakharia and guitarist David Kochberg, Toronto rock band Goodnight Sunrise blends the heartfelt and confessional lyricism of pop punk with the raw power and showmanship of classic rock. Hopeful and defiantly optimistic, Goodnight Sunrise reminds us that rock isn’t a genre – it’s a community.

Cooper Tropeau is an alt-country artist from the prairies of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, fronting his dynamic four-piece band, Cooper Tropeau & The Broken Bones. Blending heartfelt country storytelling with a gritty rock edge and alternative influences, the band delivers a sound that feels both rooted and refreshingly modern.

Since forming in 2021, they’ve built a reputation for high-energy, engaging live shows, performing at festivals, rodeos, cabarets, and headlining venues across Western Canada. Their second full-length album, released in August 2025, features standout singles like “Prairie Fire” and “These Hands,” helping push the band past 700,000 all-time streams and growing attention from fans and radio alike.

With an expanding audience, a strong DIY work ethic, and their annual COOPALOOZA festival drawing dedicated summer crowds, Cooper Tropeau & The Broken Bones continue to carve out their place in the Canadian alt-country scene — bringing grit, heart, and an electric stage presence wherever they play.​

Former Lovers are a band from Saskatoon (by way of Prince Albert) making big noise with even bigger feelings. With LJ Tyson on vocals, Cale Hretsina on drums, and Colin Klassen on guitar, they blend nostalgic vibes with a modern edge—think 90s rom-coms, your dad’s old mixtapes, and the kind of confessions you only make on long drives.

Their debut single ‘small talk’ cracked the Top Ten on the Indigenous Music Countdown (Sirius XM), and they kicked off 2025 with a Western Canadian tour that turned heads and stole hearts.

Former Lovers’ crowd-favorite follow-up single, ‘Guys Cry’, has made waves on radio, recently securing a spot in the Top 10 of the SiriusXM Indigenous Music Countdown.

Catchy, cathartic, and just the right amount of chaotic—Former Lovers are your new favourite band from the prairies. Sad songs never sounded so good.

This international and Juno award winning banjo, dobro and guitar player from Saskatchewan, Canada, is a versatile musician, seasoned performer, teacher, non-profit leader and session musician. Through her charismatic performances, stylistic clawhammer banjo and sophisticated songwriting, she brings an authenticity and high energy to this fresh take on Americana music. Throughout her 20 year career she has recorded and released 11 full- length albums, and touring Canada, the US, UK and Europe extensively.

The Vaudevillian Jugband Ragtime Blues “The jugband tunes from the Ontario, Canada based, Award Winning blues duo, The Vaudevillian consists of; Washboard, Resonator Guitar, Banjo Harmonica & Musical Spoons to get the crowd going. This ragtime blues duo brings you dancing numbers from the prohibition period! Thank goodness PROHIBITION IS OVER!

Is straight ahead groove oriented rhythm and blues what you need? Then The Blue Mules are for you! The Blue Mules Are three guys who love to jam the blues.The band has been playing since 2013. The band’s focus has been touring clubs and festivals through out Western Canada.

The Blue Mules have received extensive airplay from their debut cd The Blues Ain’t That Bad.
The band has had extensive airplay in Sweden, Switzerland, Norway, Germany, Canada and the U.S. Over 100 radio stations have played The Blue Mules to date. Two new albums will be released by the band this year!

Iconic harmonies and snappy quips! Endearing as they are endeavoring in their musicality, Chesterfield masterfully pulls and pries all kinds of weird and wonderful out of their sound. Chesterfield draws its influence from a large well of inspiration, weaving elements of blues, surf, post-punk, and outlaw to build an eclectic foundation of psychedelic rock and roll. Their live experience is a deluge of 3 part-harmonies, catchy hooks and driving guitars, painted onto a canvas of groovy, yet accessible rhythms that will keep you glued to the dance floor.

Dillon Gaz is a musician from Wollaston lake. He has been playing music for 7 years now, playing with various bands across canada. In complete disregard of his disability he has continued to shape his sound to help, to teach and to entertain others.

Blending old-time and Celtic styles with their Saskatchewan roots, Aryn Murray and Mitch Dureault captivate their audience by delivering original, powerful stories and high-energy tunes that reflect their passion for the music they create.

Using the timeless sounds of fiddle, banjo, and guitar, they weave together themes of love, adventure, and human struggle. Their raw, emotional sound aims to personally connect listeners to the stories they tell, inviting them into intimate performances that capture the earthy essence of Saskatchewan folk music.

Born in the gritty steel town of Hamilton Ontario and raised in the fields of Haldimand County, Jay Pollmann has intertwined the rural/ urban musical divide fusing folk, roots and blues into a sound he describes as ‘foot stompin’ rootsy blues’.

ZHE the FREE is an explosive performer with immaculate flow. Growing up on Treaty 7 Land, she extends her fire from mountains to prairies. ZHE ignites the crowd from the moment she touches the microphone and brings the strength of the feminine alive. As a hip hop artist, and National Music Centre 1st place winner in the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop track competition, she loves inspiring others about the power of their voice. From freestyle, to brilliant storytelling, ZHE the Free pulls you in with her strong command of words and captivating stage presence. She is an experienced Artist Mentor and was nominated for Music Professional of the Year at the 2025 Saskatchewan Music Awards. She has presented at conferences and summits in addition to completing multiple Artist Tours. In her work with youth, ZHE brings incredible enthusiasm. Hip hop saved her life, and she aims to inspire others to use creativity as a positive outlet. She also proudly serves on the JUNOS Rap Music Advisory Committee and is a Science Genius hip hop Ambassador. ZHE has performed on various stages and at many festivals. She he has opened for k-os, DJ Shub, Cartel Madras, Odario, Cadence Weapon, The Sorority, Eekwol and more. ZHE connects with audiences on a deep level through the realness she brings to her music, exploring emotions and addressing social issues. Experience her bars and incredible energy live!

Anthony Pasqua aka Big Tones is an Indigenous Recording Artist born in Surrey, BC. He grew up in Regina, SK and has heavy ancestral ties to Treaty 4 Territory coming from Pasqua First Nation #79 & George Gordon First Nation #84. Breaking the cycle of intergenerational trauma, Big Tones uses music as an outlet, finding therapeutic release in storytelling through songwriting. Big Tones is a versatile artist, captivating performer and artist mentor. With a focus on old school hip hop sound, his powerful and soothing voice with intricate flows keeps listeners intrigued lyric after lyric. Big Tones shares his personal experience and offers perspectives on life through the eyes of Indigenous peoples. He moves audiences with his strong stage presence and masterful command of the mic. Big Tones uses hip hop as a vessel to communicate aspects of pain and trauma, moving through to healing, celebration and taking back pride through culture.

Big Tones has gotten airtime with multiple tracks on CBC Radio as well as having his track Don’t Cry from his album Existence reaching number 1 on the Indigenous Music Countdown Top 40. He has been nominated for Hip Hop Artist of The Year and Single of the Year at the Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards and was nominated for Hip Hop Artist of the Year with his album also being nominated for Album of the Year at Saskatchewan Music Awards. Big Tones has worked as an artist mentor for several years and appreciates the opportunity to encourage youth voices.

Get ready to travel back in time with the Ramble House Band.Enjoy the best hits of the 60s, 70s, and 80s with local artists you love. Come on out and enjoy music that will take you back to good times, with sweet nostalgic melodies, tight grooves, with peace and love to spread all around!