Polished, heartfelt and spirited, Matapat played, danced and sang their tradition with humor and energy. They were well known for their charismatic and engaging performances.…
Artist Profiles: Matapat
Tag: Canadian music
Artist Profiles: Mary Jane Lamond
Mary Jane Lamond was born in 1960 in Kingston, Canada. Cape Breton’s modern sharer of ancient Gaelic songs, stories ‘and spirit using a variety of…
Artist Profiles: Le Vent du Nord
Le Vent du Nord (North Wind) is an evolved traditional Quebecois band born of richly eclectic musical experiences and tastes. Originally founded by pianist and…
Artist Profiles: La Volee D’Castors
Calling themselves the flying beavers, La Volee D’Castors is a dynamic band from Quebec with an invigorating sound, strong voices, skilled musicianship and amazing stage…
Artist Profiles: La Bottine Souriante
La Bottine Souriante first appeared on the Quebec music scene in 1976. This remarkable group has released over a dozen albums, several of which are…
Artist Profiles: Jerry Holland
Jerry Holland was a giant among fiddlers, one of the best North America has ever produced. He was one of the best-known Cape Breton musicians…
Artist Profiles: Genticorum
Genticorum was founded in 2000 and has become a dynamic force on the Québécois music scene. The multi-talented trio Genticorum perform a powerhouse blend of…
Artist Profiles: Don Ross
Don Ross was born November 19, 1960 in Montreal, Canada. He is one of the top acoustic guitarists in North America. He was born into…
Artist Profiles: Chrissy Crowley
Chrissy Crowley was born in Margaree Forks, Nova Scotia. She is part of thriving Celtic music scene from Cape Breton, Canada. She grew up in…
Artist Profiles: Buddy MacMaster
Buddy MacMaster was born October 18, 1924 in Timmins, Canada. Buddy MacMaster was the undisputed master of Cape Breton fiddling. His reputation as a player…