RACHEL DARA
6.00
Montreal‑based singer‑songwriter Rachel Dara is an emerging voice in alternative folk whose work blends narrative depth, emotional clarity, and a striking sense of maturity. For her debut album The Next Big Invention, Rachel traveled to Cape Breton to record a live‑style folk project with Grammy Award-winning producer Mark Howard. The resulting eight‑track album is warm, intimate, and deeply personal, weaving stories of love, abandonment, resilience, and coming of age. Howard was immediately drawn to her lyrical insight, remarking that “her writing and style are far more mature than her age - “She has a feel and sound like Joni Mitchell.”.
At just nineteen, Rachel has already built a notable performance résumé. She has appeared at festivals across Quebec, including the West Island Blues Festival, Montreal Ribfest, and Montreal Fringe Festival, where her storytelling and stage presence consistently resonate with audiences. Her reach extends into the United States as well, with solo performances at the New York State Fair, Brew York, and Pennsylvania’s Wally Lake Fest demonstrating her ability to connect across diverse venues and audiences.
Rachel is currently preparing to release her new EP, Old at Soul and Young at Heart, produced on 2‑inch tape by Toronto's Josh Goldman, known for his musical direction on Juno Award winner Kairo McLean’s Easy Now. The project highlights her evolution as both a writer and performer, offering a raw, analog warmth that complements her poetic songwriting. Her upcoming single, “In The Darkness,” is scheduled for release on March 6, 2026, marking the next step in her rapidly developing artistic journey.
VIPER’S CLOUD
8.30
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$20 cover after 10PM and $20 after 2AM, with all proceeds going directly to the musicians performing.
SHOUT! THE BAND
11.30
SHOUT! the band is Canada's BIGGEST party band. Rooted in the vibrant tradition of New Orleans brass band music and fused with modern soul, R&B, hip-hop, and pop, their sound is shaped by the diverse cultural and musical backgrounds of their world-class musicians. The band has performed with leading Canadian artists like multi-Juno Award winner TOBi, as well as international icons like Anderson.Paak. The band’s roster includes award-winning musicians, including a 2026 Grammy-winner! From the streets to the main stage—SHOUT! will get you up and moving!
BITTER & BROKE
2.30
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