In a career that started off with a bang in 1960's NYC, by way of Swingin' London and a cool collaboration with the Beatles, it was 1970 that brought Sweet Baby James (and his eponymous record) to public notice, displaying an epic and haunting maturity that seemed far beyond his 22 years and leading to his becoming part of a peerless group that defined that era, including Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne and many more.

Norweigan Nordic-Folk group Wardruna are returning to North America this year for a brand new jaunt in support of their recent album, Birna! Priding themselves on being a traditional folk group, Wardruna uses the oldest Nordic instruments along with traditional poetry rhythms, Nordic language, and ancient Norweigan tongues to create entrancing and atmospheric music.

This Boston-formed country band has been winning over music fans with their diverse style since winning the John Lennon Songwriting Contest in 2006 and self-financing the recording of their debut album 'In This Episode'. With their key influences in classic pop and swing era jazz, they often cite The Beatles as their main inspiration.

Folk icons Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova are back as the Swell Season for a run of North American tour dates this summer, following their reunion in 2022 that saw the duo play together for the first time in a decade. Having reconvened the following year for more shows and to write and release their first new material in years, this new run continues the new era for the duo, but expect a thoroughly nostalgic and enchanting experience as these consummate musicians once again capture lighting in a bottle together.

The Canadian folk and alt-rock singer is known for his progressive messages for social justice, the environment, politics, and welcoming spirituality, as much as he is for the sheer volume of material put out over 40 years. With over 300 songs recorded for 30 album releases, this hard-working rocker has seen 20 of these records achieve platinum status. With his 2014 autobiography, Rumours of Glory: A Memoir praised for its eloquence and humanity, Cockburn represents the best of the Canadian spirit.