On-Stage Series 2025- 2026

May 26, 2025
to
October 23, 2025

Purchase these shows as a bundle and save! Get each show for only $31.50 each, a TOTAL of $126 for all 4!

On-Stage Series with The North Sound – Thursday, October 23, 2025
On-Stage Series with John Muirhead - Thursday, November 6, 2025
On-Stage Series with Bellbird - Thursday, January 15, 2026
On-Stage Series with Ryan Lindsay - Thursday, February 26, 2026

Act fast! This bundle is only available until Thursday, October 23!

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On-Stage Series with The North Sound – Thursday, October 23, 2025

Experience the powerful storytelling and unforgettable melodies of The North Sound, led by singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Forrest Eaglespeaker and vocalist Nevada Freistadt. Born from Forrest’s Blackfoot heritage and the traditions of Treaty 7 Territory, The North Sound creates music that blends heartfelt country roots with modern production and timeless storytelling.

Known for their raw, no-holds-barred lyrics and soaring harmonies, The North Sound channels the spirit of legends like Gram Parsons and Emmylou Harris while forging a sound all their own. Signed to New Sun Music — the Indigenous-owned Nashville label founded by JUNO-winner Crystal Shawanda — the band has seen four singles hit #1 on the Indigenous Music Countdown and Saskatchewan’s MBC Radio.

Winners of SaskMusic’s Indigenous Artist of the Year (2020) and nominated for multiple Saskatchewan Country Music Awards, The North Sound’s momentum continues to build with every show. Their latest album, As the Stars Explode, has been praised by Exclaim! as a bold, refreshing take on country that "breaks free from the genre’s norms."

Having shared the stage with iconic artists like Blue Rodeo, Kathleen Edwards, Susan Aglukark, and Celeigh Cardinal, The North Sound delivers performances packed with heart, history, and unforgettable energy.

Now based in Saskatoon, Forrest and Nevada invite you to join them on a musical journey that connects past and present in the most moving way.

Get your tickets now and experience The North Sound live!

On-Stage Series with John Muirhead - Thursday, November 6, 2025

From fingerpicked folk confessionals to roaring full-band singalongs, John’s award-winning songs have touched audiences across the world. With a growing community of over 100,000 fans across his social media channels and hundreds of shows across Canada, Europe, and South America, John is building a vibrant community around his stories and songs.

John has earned a Canadian Folk Music Award & Ontario Folk Music Award nomination and has graced the stages of the Winnipeg Folk Festival, Sawdust City Music Festival, and Philadelphia Folk Festival. John has also provided direct support for many of Canada’s best songwriters, including Whitehorse, Joel Plaskett Emergency, and Craig Cardiff.

On festival stages or in living rooms, in backyards or on moving trains, John’s unforgettable performance has solidified him as a must-see emerging Canadian performer.

On-Stage Series with Bellbird - Thursday, January 15, 2026

Bellbird is collective of Montreal-based musicians. Their unique instrumentation of two woodwinds, bass, and drums, allows them to explore sonic landscapes that allude to harmony without being restricted by it. Original compositions by each band member showcase their diverse sets of influences, including jazz, avant-garde, and folk music.

Personnel:

Allison Burik - alto saxophone, bass clarinet

Claire Devlin - tenor saxophone

Eli Davidovici - bass

Mili Hong - drums

On-Stage Series with Ryan Lindsay - Thursday, February 26, 2026

Songwriter and storyteller Ryan Lindsay is a CCMA nominee, and 5x Country Music Alberta award winner. A genuine outdoorsman, he is deeply influenced by his background as a backcountry guide and growing up in the Prairies. Lindsay’s sound contains a clear nod towards classic country and roots music.

Ryan Lindsay’s voice has a presence that is reminiscent of ’90s country, and his catalogue of songs include a diverse mix of instrumentation - from acoustic-driven bluegrassy ballads to up-tempo songs with gritty Telecaster and steel guitar. As a showman Ryan Lindsay is loud and proud about his love for country and roots music. He carries a captivating energy on stage that creates an engaging live experience.

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