JENIE THAI
6.00
Thai possesses what is known as “The Trifecta” – she is a singer, a songwriter, and pianist who utilizes her skill in a way that appeals to the majority of listeners. There is no question that Thai is one of the most well-rounded pianists on the Blues & Roots scene today; her songs can capture both tenderness and toughness, depending on Thai’s intention.
MYK FREEDMAN’S KLEZMER CLUB
8.00
Myk Freedman's Klezmer Club play ecstatic Klezmer music. The band members have deep experience playing in the tradition, but in this band they are drawn to the experience in the moment and will take things to different places. Guitarist Myk Freedman has been active in New York City and Massachussetts for over a decade since he left Toronto, performing with musicians including John Zorn, Elliot Sharp, William Parker and more. Pianist Tania Gill (Tania Gill Quartet, The Titillators, Brodie West Quintet), bassist Victor Bateman (Murray McLachlan, Another Country, Vektor and many more) and clarinetist Peter Lutek (virtuoso who's played with everyone) are all also alumna of the Flying Bulgar Klezmer Band. Drummer Dave Clark is in the Rheostatics, was the drummer on Gord Downie's solo albums and leads the Woodshed Orchestra among many other wonderful things.
15$ cover after 10pm, with all proceeds going directly to the musicians performing.
DJ MUNIN
10.00
Toronto based DJ specializes in Synth Pop, New Wave and Nu Disco.
SUMAK BRASS BAND
11.30
Balkan brass band from Montreal playing Southern Balkans, Turkish, Northern-Greek, and Romani music.
EARSGANG
2.30
Earsgang plays all their music by ear. Each song seamlessly flowing from one to the next as inspiration strikes the musicians.