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Riverfest Elora in Elora, ON

Aug 16, 2024  ·  Bissell Park Bissell Park

Riverfest Elora
Aug 16
Riverfest Elora
Past Concert

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Edmonton-born Ella Coyes of Sister Ray blends personal storytelling & cultural roots into her music, influenced by gospel, '90s country, & Métis traditions. Known for the critically acclaimed album "Communion," which featured on the 2022 Polaris Prize longlist. Collaborated with Ginla.
Ontario-based ska-pop-punk band ill Scarlett, formed in 2001, known for playing via generator outside Warped Tour 2004. Influenced by Sublime, worked with No Doubt producer on 2007 album "All Day with It," featuring FIFA U-20 World Cup song "Who's Got It."
Indie rock band Bully, led by Alicia Bognanno, features pop hooks with grunge influences. Hailing from Rosemount, MN, Alicia found music via audio engineering. Notable albums are Feels Like & SUGAREGG. Known for candid lyrics & robust guitar, Alicia has evolved Bully into a solo project. Collaborated with artists like Soccer Mommy & The Mountain Goats.
Platinum-selling trio Wild Rivers, formed by Khalid Yassein, Devan Glover, and Andrew Oliver, are known for introspective lyrics and genre-fluid melodies. Their 2022 album "Sidelines" reached #9 on the U.S. Spotify Debut Album Chart. Their hit "Thinking ‘Bout Love" went Gold in Australia and Platinum in Canada. With over 450 million streams and 4M monthly listeners, they supported The Chicks, embarked on sold-out tours, and were nominated for Breakthrough Group of The Year at the 2023 JUNO Awards.
Seattle's Fleet Foxes, known for their lush, harmony-rich indie folk-rock, emerged in the late 2000s. Their albums, including the Grammy-nominated "Helplessness Blues," blend Baroque pop, classic rock, and British folk. Produced by Phil Ek and signed with Sub Pop, their 2017 "Crack-Up" and 2020 "Shore" further elevated their status. Formed by Robin Pecknold and Skyler Skjelset in 2006.
Hailing from Alberta's Rocky Mountains, Lund is a versatile artist known for his blend of outlaw country, Western, and indie-folk. With roots in a ranching family, he began his music career doing it all himself. Formerly of the indie-metal band the smalls, Lund crafts a unique style in Western music. He's won numerous awards, including 14 Canadian Country Music Awards, and debuted at the Grand Ole Opry in 2022.
Josh Ross, a UMG Nashville/Universal Music Canada artist, blends influences from Guns N’ Roses to Steve Earle. Known for hits like "Trouble," he's the CCMA Entertainer of the Year and has over 950 million streams. Touring with stars like Nickelback and Luke Bryan, Ross sold out his first Canadian tour in 2024. His song "Single Again" is climbing US charts. He's a CMA-winning global force in country music.
Folksinger Willi Carlisle, known for his philosophical and absurd folk style, embraces love and inclusivity. His album "Winged Victory" continues themes from "Critterland" and "Peculiar, Missouri."
The Violent Femmes, formed in early '80s Milwaukee by Gordon Gano, Brian Ritchie, and Victor DeLorenzo, are pioneers of alternative rock known for their jittery, catchy tunes. Discovered by Pretenders' James Honeyman-Scott, their 1983 debut album, featuring hits like "Blister in the Sun," found cult status. They evolved with albums like 1991's "Why Do Birds Sing?" and collaborated with icons like Tom Verlaine. Despite lineup changes and hiatuses, their influence endures, marked by a 2023 deluxe reissue of their debut.
Mariel Buckley, alt-folk artist, renowned for heartfelt songwriting, debuted with miles-toured experience. Known for "Everywhere I Used To Be", collaborates with producer Marcus Paquin.
Population II, a trio from Canada, crafts heavy psychedelic rock with funk, jazz, punk, and metal influences. Known for their skilled improvisation and refinement.

Venue Info

Bissell Park

127 E Mill St, Centre Wellington, ON N0B 1S0, Canada Directions

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