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Ron Hynes
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Ron Hynes (born in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, on 7 December 1950; died 19 November 2015) was a Canadian folk singer-songwr… read moreRon Hynes (born in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, on 7 December 1950; died 19 November 2015) was a Canadian folk singer-songwriter from Newfoundland and Labrador remembered for his composition "Sonny's Dream" … read moreRon Hynes (born in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, on 7 December 1950; died 19 November 2015) was a Canadian folk singer-songwriter from Newfoundland and Labrador remembered for his composition "Sonny's Dream" which has been recorded worldwide by many artists and was na… read more -
Jimmy Rankin
8,553 listeners
Jimmy Rankin was the principal songwriter as well as a lead vocalist and guitarist for The Rankins. In 2001, a year after his brother and b… read moreJimmy Rankin was the principal songwriter as well as a lead vocalist and guitarist for The Rankins. In 2001, a year after his brother and band-mate, John Morris died in an automobile accident, Jimmy released his first solo record, Song D… read moreJimmy Rankin was the principal songwriter as well as a lead vocalist and guitarist for The Rankins. In 2001, a year after his brother and band-mate, John Morris died in an automobile accident, Jimmy released his first solo record, Song Dog. Song Dog is a remarkably upbeat blend of folk-rock and p… read more -
The Rankin Family
20,515 listeners
The Rankin Family is a Canadian folk music family group from Mabou, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. The Rankins come from a family of 12, … read moreThe Rankin Family is a Canadian folk music family group from Mabou, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. The Rankins come from a family of 12, all of whom would entertain the neighbours musically every third weekend as part of a ceilidh. Fiv… read moreThe Rankin Family is a Canadian folk music family group from Mabou, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. The Rankins come from a family of 12, all of whom would entertain the neighbours musically every third weekend as part of a ceilidh. Five of the siblings began performing professionally in 1989. T… read more -
Gordie Sampson
3,566 listeners
Gordie Sampson is a musical whirlwind, perpetually creating – a brilliant writer, an innovative producer, and a dynamic performer. Gordie&… read moreGordie Sampson is a musical whirlwind, perpetually creating – a brilliant writer, an innovative producer, and a dynamic performer. Gordie's musical genius is applauded by audiences and industry players alike. From his national debu… read moreGordie Sampson is a musical whirlwind, perpetually creating – a brilliant writer, an innovative producer, and a dynamic performer. Gordie's musical genius is applauded by audiences and industry players alike. From his national debut in the early 90's to his presence today on the Nashvi… read more -
Valdy
2,197 listeners
Valdy (born Paul Valdemar Horsdal on 1 September 1945 in Ottawa, Ontario) is a Canadian folk musician whose solo career began in the early … read moreValdy (born Paul Valdemar Horsdal on 1 September 1945 in Ottawa, Ontario) is a Canadian folk musician whose solo career began in the early 1970s. He is known for "Rock and Roll Song", his first mainstream single released in mid… read moreValdy (born Paul Valdemar Horsdal on 1 September 1945 in Ottawa, Ontario) is a Canadian folk musician whose solo career began in the early 1970s. He is known for "Rock and Roll Song", his first mainstream single released in mid-1972 on Haida/A&M. He was a member of the London Town C… read more -
James Keelaghan
5,158 listeners
James Keelaghan is a Juno award-winning Canadian folk singer-songwriter born in Calgary, Alberta, now based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Many of … read moreJames Keelaghan is a Juno award-winning Canadian folk singer-songwriter born in Calgary, Alberta, now based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Many of his songs, such as "Kiri's Piano", about the interment of Japanese Canadians, "… read moreJames Keelaghan is a Juno award-winning Canadian folk singer-songwriter born in Calgary, Alberta, now based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Many of his songs, such as "Kiri's Piano", about the interment of Japanese Canadians, "October 70", about the FLQ crisis, are inspired by eve… read more -
Murray McLauchlan
3,731 listeners
Murray McLauchlan (born June 30, 1948 in Paisley, Scotland) is a Canadian singer, songwriter, guitarist, pianist, and harmonica player. He… read moreMurray McLauchlan (born June 30, 1948 in Paisley, Scotland) is a Canadian singer, songwriter, guitarist, pianist, and harmonica player. He is best known in Canada, for his smash hit "Down by the Henry Moore", which was about a… read moreMurray McLauchlan (born June 30, 1948 in Paisley, Scotland) is a Canadian singer, songwriter, guitarist, pianist, and harmonica player. He is best known in Canada, for his smash hit "Down by the Henry Moore", which was about a sculpture in front of Toronto's city hall, where stude… read more -
Nathan Rogers
1,158 listeners
Nathan Rogers (born July 16, 1979 in Hamilton, Ontario) is a Canadian folk singer-songwriter. He is the son of Stan Rogers. Rogers was imme… read moreNathan Rogers (born July 16, 1979 in Hamilton, Ontario) is a Canadian folk singer-songwriter. He is the son of Stan Rogers. Rogers was immersed in the songwriting tradition from an early age, gaining a keen appreciation for singers and s… read moreNathan Rogers (born July 16, 1979 in Hamilton, Ontario) is a Canadian folk singer-songwriter. He is the son of Stan Rogers. Rogers was immersed in the songwriting tradition from an early age, gaining a keen appreciation for singers and songwriters like Joni Mitchell, Gordon Lightfoot and Leonard … read more -
The Punters
1,977 listeners
The Punters (Larry Foley and Patrick Moran) are key figures in the exciting music scene in Atlantic Canada. Drawing upon their rich musical… read moreThe Punters (Larry Foley and Patrick Moran) are key figures in the exciting music scene in Atlantic Canada. Drawing upon their rich musical heritage, The Punters combine rock, folk, and traditional music, creating a sound that is truly t… read moreThe Punters (Larry Foley and Patrick Moran) are key figures in the exciting music scene in Atlantic Canada. Drawing upon their rich musical heritage, The Punters combine rock, folk, and traditional music, creating a sound that is truly their own. Music has been the driving force in the lives of e… read more