Formed in May 2015, Rob Watts and his band are humbled to have played hundreds of shows, including a dream-come-true performance kicking off the last day of the festival at the Main Stage at Boots and Hearts. Rob has an unquenchable thirst for performing live and always delivers a high-energy, crowd-involved show. He and his…
The Heart of New Orleans Meets the Soul of Toronto! Red Hot Ramble’s energy is infectious and audiences enjoy the variety of genres they present. Traditional jazz, blues, funk, street beat New Orleans and originals are accessible and engaging.
A multi-talented artist and community arts leader, Heather Christine has performed for audiences over 25,000 and has been featured on Jazz FM91.1 and CBC Radio stations across Canada. For this special engagement at the Distillery, Heather will be teaming up with celebrated Toronto Pianist Peter Hill. Known around town as a “singer’s best friend”, Peter…
Murray Drive is an emerging folk band delivering an energetic blend of polished vocals, intricate guitar work, and a powerful rhythm section. Their sound weaves together heartfelt storytelling and dynamic musicianship, carving a fresh path in the modern folk scene.
With a sound that seamlessly blends folk-rock, rhythm & blues and alt-country, there’s something for every music fan to love about singer/songwriter Matt Zaddy. A storyteller at heart, Matt’s music speaks to the soul, with tales of life, love, hardship, and redemption. As someone who has shared stages with a diverse array of artists, Matt…
Jenie Thai is a classically and jazz-trained pianist whose musical journey began with national recognition as a teenager for one of the highest Grade 8 Royal Conservatory of Music exam scores in Canada. She studied classical piano at the University of Alberta and jazz at Grant MacEwan University, where she was immediately offered a teaching…
Laura C. Bates (B.Mus) is a violinist, vocalist, and composer based in Toronto. Known for her fearless genre-crossing, she brings visceral energy to the stage. Expect a captivating solo electric violin performance, blending rich tones with breezy, melodic explorations. Laura’s diverse artistic practice spans modern classical composition (Bowed Arts), experimental doom metal (Völur) folk traditions…
Decribed as engaging, dynamic and versatile, Mike Ferfolia’s Trio has a unique style driven by powerhouse vocals, virtuosic guitar playing and rhythmic grounding reminiscent of world class power trios like The Police & The Jimi Hendrix Experience. With a combined performance experience of nearly 8 decades, MF3 breathes new life into hits from Tears For…
Get ready to groove with Kibra, a rising R&B and soul artist from Toronto whose smooth melodies and powerhouse vocals bring the golden era of Motown and classic soul into the present day. With a sound rooted in timeless grooves and heartfelt storytelling, Kibra takes audiences on a journey through love, resilience, and social reflection.…
Michel DeQuevedo is a powerhouse Mexican-Canadian drummer, percussionist, guitarist, and singer-songwriter whose talent, versatility, and stage presence have earned him a reputation as one of the most dynamic and respected musicians on the Canadian and international scenes. Whether on a massive festival stage or an intimate club, Michel delivers an electrifying performance filled with Afro-Latin…
Come show us why you’re the best pie maker in the land. Bring your grandma’s secret recipe and put it to the test. Our top chefs will taste and judge your pie and declare a winner who will receive bragging rights!